igus has introduced its E4Q energy chain, which offers a smooth, contoured design and a completely new crossbar concept with weight-reducing locking straps. The new design ensures that the e-chain can be opened and closed in seconds without tools. The energy chain has been specifically developed for the special requirements of unsupported lengths. High unsupported […]
Cable management
igus offers 36-month guarantee on energy chains
igus now offers a 36-month guarantee on its energy chains, which are in demand for a wide range of job applications. The robust, lightweight, and long-lasting energy chains are made from high performance polymers from igus, the Germany-based motion plastics supplier. igus runs its North American operations out of Providence, R.I. Certificates are very easy […]
Cable entry system for terminated and non-terminated cables
Manufacturers of equipment and electrical cabinets have designed a wide array of cable management alternatives to address the unique environments they support. These designs have included any number of mix and match product types. AerosUSA is pleased to announce the release of its Cable Entry System (CES), which allows the user to bring multiple cables, […]
Aluminum cord grip for unarmored flexible cable and cord for North America
CMP Products has extended its North American product range with the launch of a brand new cord grip cable gland. These CG Range cord grips are designed and engineered specifically to suit unarmored flexible cable and cord as used predominantly throughout the USA and Canada. Manufactured from high-grade 6000 series aluminum, the glands provide excellent […]
Cable tie cutter leaves smooth ends without spikes
A new, ergonomic cutter especially designed for cutting cable ties and leaving smooth and flat ends without spikes, to prevent people from being scratched has been introduced by Xuron Corp. of Saco, Maine. The Xuron Model 2275 Quick-Cutter features the patented Micro-Shear bypass cutting technology that cuts cable ties square rather than pinching them and […]
e-spool flex cable reel guides cables from start to finish without a slip ring
igus has introduced a cable reel that can guide cables and hoses for the transmission of energy, media, and data without interruption. The e-spool flex increases safety at manual workstations and operating panels. For quick installation of the cable reel, the developers opted for a worm guide. The cable is inserted in a few simple […]
Liquid-tight cable conduit withstands harsh cleaning processes of food industry
AFC Cable Systems’ newest Liquid-Tuff Liquid Tight flexible conduit is designed specifically for splash zones, making it ideal for food equipment and devices, meat packing, restaurants, food processing, and poultry packing. The Splash Zone Liquid Tight Conduit features a moisture-, oil-, and sunlight-resistant polyvinyl chloride (PVC) jacket that inhibits bacteria growth and won’t degrade due […]
Troughless e-chain system is easier to assemble for power and data systems
Although Hannover Messe is not occurring this year, igus Inc. is still releasing several new innovations, including the new autoglide 5 e-chain system. Guiding energy safely on long travels and at a low cost: this was the goal behind the development of the autoglide 5 from igus. The new energy chain system is specifically designed […]
ISOBUS hybrid power and data cable for agriculture industry
HELUKABEL has introduced the ISOBUS PUR hybrid power and data cable for use in the agriculture industry. This cable connects tractors, combines, sprayers and other farm vehicles to their implements at the front or rear of the machine. The ISOBUS PUR is built to the worldwide ISO 11783 standard that governs the communication between agriculture […]
Control cabinet cable entry systems simplify installation
The KDL/D cable entry system from AutomationDirect allows cables to be installed through enclosures or other bulkhead surfaces, with the added benefit that pre-made, terminated cables can be installed without disassembling the connectors. The split-frame system enables the quick and simple installation of up to 48 cables in a single frame. Four frame sizes, starting […]