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Category: Energy chains

What is the ideal glide surface for the energy chain?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

Friction occurs especially in a long travel. The igus® energy chains are very suitable to minimise this. There are different solutions for mating surfaces. The best choice is the igus® plastic glide bar for a gliding application. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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Are there energy chains with FDA approval?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

Yes, if an FDA-approved igus energy chain solution is needed, we can recommend the TH3 e-chain. This energy chain has been developed especially for the food and beverage industry. The design prevents friction from material to material. The open design supports the easy and quick cleaning of the hygienic design solution. In addition, the TH3 […]

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Can I also get a coloured energy chain?

Phillip Hagedorn | 3. July 2019

Yes. The basic igus energy chains are always black. e-chains in any colour shown in the colour selection chart are subject to a percentage-based colour surcharge. Any other colours that are not shown in the chart are individually calculated depending on the part and quantity, insofar as this is technically possible. Vote Up +0 Vote […]

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What is meant by ‘prevention of crash’ here?

igu-blog-adm | 2. July 2019

Defects in equipment cannot always be predicted and avoided. If, for example, an energy chain fails, apart from the damaged energy supply, the entire system can quickly get damaged and shut down for a long time. In contrast, if, for example, a break detection EC.B is installed in the e-chain, this detects a defect such […]

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How are triflex R dress packs assembled?

Marco Thull | 2. July 2019

Depending on the size and type, there are various ways in which individual chain links or entire e-chain systems are assembled or disassembled. For this purpose, igus provides a suitable assembly tool for the TRE.B, TRC and TRCF series. Using simple tips and tricks, these chain links can be assembled as well as disassembled. In […]

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