Stop Spending Millions on Robot Downtime Now
By David Sandiland Quite often, when a robot cell is designed, the method with which the cables and hoses will be managed is something that is considered entirely too late in the process. When...
Category: Cable Carriers
How to Manage Lateral Movement on Long-Travel Energy Chains
By Stephen Bowman Long Travel Applications Bulk Handling and Mining and other heavy duty applications require us to pay particular attention to every detail during the design of a dynamic cable management system. There are many harsh conditions...
Why Do We Offer So Many Online Tools? I Learned from Experience
By Matt Mowry Many customers ask, “Why do you guys offer so many online tools? Should we be using them more often?” My immediate response is always “absolutely”. And, I can confidently vouch for this...
Winning the Crane Cable Management Race with Less Pit Stops
By James Weston If you have ever watched formula one, you know that the car’s sleek designs and expertly tuned engines offer very impressive speeds and agility. However, if you look closer, pit stops...
7 Cable Management Mistakes to Avoid
By Don Nester One of the most common problems that engineers encounter when using a cable management system is downtime. Downtime refers to periods of time when a system is unavailable, therefore causing that system to fail...
No, UV Rays Don’t Damage All Plastic Cable Carriers
By Jason Freed I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard this statement: “Yeah, but this system is outside…ya know, in the sun? We can’t use a polymer chain, it will degrade.” It’s...
Is virtual reality the future?
Article originally appeared on https://blog.igus.co.uk/is-virtual-reality-the-future/ Virtual reality, often abbreviated as VR, is a topic that has gained much attention alongside artificial intelligence (AI). These technologies are at the forefront of discussions, with opinions divided on...
How important is smart plastics technology in automotive production?
No one likes failure. Heart failure can shut the body down and a technical failure can shut a production line down. These are obviously different levels of catastrophe; however, in automotive production, a failure...
One-of-a-kind performing arts center made possible with e-chain®
By Jared Worth Brown University has always pushed the boundaries of artistic exploration and expression. With seven arts departments that routinely engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, finding more ways to foster that collaborative spirit is...
Need Cables for Machinery in a Cold Environment? Here’s What You Should Consider First
By Marco Thull Cables have to withstand a variety of external conditions today, including harsh weather conditions. Therefore, it’s important to know what factors to consider when selecting cables for cold applications. Read on to...