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Can I also implement a long travel without a guide trough?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

Yes, if, for example, the space is very cramped or a trough is out of the question for cost reasons. Then, e.g. an autoglide system can be used. A comb-like autoglide crossbar and a side-mounted sliding wing merge with the e-chain. With the selected series up to 80 m travel and a travel speed of […]

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How do I calculate the chain length for a long travel?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

Lk = S/2 + K2 The e-chain glides on one half of the lower run and on the other half on a glide bar, as shown in the picture above. Lk = length of the e-chain S = length of travel S/2 = half length of travel R = bend radius ΔM = deviation from […]

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What is an extension link and what does it do?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

The extension link is an additional link, which is connected to the two outer bands by means of crossbars. The extension link increases the possible load capacity (+50% per extension link) of an E4 energy chain series and also allows widths of up to 3,000 mm.  For more information, please contact us! Vote Up +0 […]

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Why do I have to lower the suspension point in a long travel?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

A lowered connecting point is absolutely necessary for every gliding application: To prevent chain breakage through critical sag. To reduce wear (if the moving end is not lowered, there is more abrasion) Example: If we move the e-chain from right to left till the gap between the upper run and the lower run is 1mm, […]

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What do I do if the unsupported length is exceeded?

Marco Thull | 3. July 2019

If the unsupported length of a series is exceeded according to the FLG diagram (fill weight, travel), the following options are available. Choose a more stable e-chain. Example: E4.42, additional weight 15 kg/m; travel/unsupported length: 5 m/2.5 m Under these conditions, the E4.42 is in “critical sag”. If an energy chain is required in the […]

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