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How can you replace the cables in the e-loop?

Tim Schneebeck | 5. July 2019

The e-loop combines the advantages of a plastic e-chain with those of a high-tensile Dyneema rope. Ideal for three-dimensional movements. The tensile forces are absorbed by the rope and passed through the mounting brackets into the support structure. As a result, the cables are completely free of strain. The cable replacement is very simple: Unhook, […]

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What is the maximum tensile force of the e-loop?

Tim Schneebeck | 5. July 2019

The e-loopcombines the advantages of a plastic e-chain with those of a high-tensile Dyneema rope. Ideal for three-dimensional movements. The tensile forces are absorbed by the rope and passed through the mounting brackets into the support structure. As a result, the cables are completely free of strain. The maximum tensile force is 50 kN Vote […]

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What are the benefits of service loops?

Tim Schneebeck | 5. July 2019

Service loops can be easily integrated into the system with easy on-site handling. It is the industry standard for such systems and has been in use for decades. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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What is a service loop?

Tim Schneebeck | 5. July 2019

A service loop is used to guide cables and hoses in hanging applications e.g. as energy supplyon the top drive. For this purpose, the cables are often cast together in a dress pack. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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What are the disadvantages of service loops?

Tim Schneebeck | 5. July 2019

The cables in the service loops have no guidance and do not have a defined bend radius, so they can move and twist inside the hose, resulting in a broken cable in the worst case scenario. In extremely windy conditions, the freely hanging service loop can get caught in the mast, for example, in the […]

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