With the standard zigzag energy
chain module, igus offers a space-saving and cost-effective solution for
vertical applications. The zigzag module can be individually configured thanks
to the e-chain's modular design and delivered quickly. This offers solutions
for guiding energy and data in the theatre, lighting and storage industries as
well as in hydraulic work platforms.
All shows need spectacular stage
backgrounds and effective lighting, from the Royal Theatre London to the Opera
in Barcelona, and in many other musical applications around the world. The
necessary stage equipment and lighting fixtures are usually moved vertically.
For the reliable supply of data and energy, it is necessary to also guide the
required cables vertically. The challenge on the one hand is to have a
sufficiently low noise vertical movement and on the other hand to have a
visually neat guidance of the cables in a restricted space. In both cases, igus
GmbH developed an ingenious solution – the zigzag module: A folding energy
chain with all the cables guided safely and neatly stowed away in a
standardised box. The energy chain is stored in the box when the platform is
down. When the platform goes up the e-chain unfolds and follows the movement –
up to 30 m in height. The galvanised steel box can be unobtrusively integrated
in the stage elements or fastened to the movable lighting units. When the
lighting unit shuts down, the e-chain unfolds downwards. On special request, the
box is also available in low-reflection black or in other colours.
Modularity reduces costs
The added value lies in the
modularity of the system: The boxes were previously available individually or
in small batches, but now the igus standard box can be configured, manufactured
and delivered within ten days at a reasonable price without much design effort
due to the modular system. The modules can be ordered in the size spectra of
75-500 millimetres chain outer widths as well as 600 to 3000 mm box lengths and
up to 2000 mm maximum box height. In this way, expensive special designs are no
longer necessary for most applications.
The intelligent design of the zigzag
movement allows a silent vertical movement unlike rope retraction systems in
comparable applications Also, the system can carry high loads. On the energy
chain a moving end plate is fitted with double strain relief for the cables.
The zigzag design is possible with almost all energy chains of the series E2
and E4, but the E4 series offers advantages in installation and filling,
because it can be opened on both sides. The standard box is an ideal means of
transport for a preassembled energy chain. Thus, the module can be delivered as
a complete readychain system and thus can be quickly mounted as a
ready-to-instal plug & play system with e-chain, chainflex cables and
connectors.
For more details please visit: http://www.igus.in/energychains?C=IN&L=en
About
igus® India
igus® operations in India started in the year 1998 with head quarters in
Bangalore. igus offers widest range of products that includes polymer bearings,
igubal® Linear Motion Bearings , Plain Bearings and
Bushing Accessories etc. which enable them to serve the whole industrial
establishments in India from a small work shop to huge industrial
establishments.
