Modern polymer energy supply chains are the umbilical cord of mechanical engineering and automation They ensure the safe supply of energy, data, signals and media, continually on the move during this process. They can be used universally – on cranes, machine tools and robots, all the way to Hollywood.
This robot becomes faster, lighter and more compact with an additional axis.
This is the world's largest plastic energy-chain.
Flexible machining of wooden materials with rotations around the own axis for up to 1440 degrees.
e-chains® move the digits on a robotic hand.
The therapy robot helps patients to walk again after an operation. The robot does not simply limit this to level paths, but also simulates complex paths.
Containers are unloaded in a highly dynamic and semi-automated manner. The e-chains® are able to support these dynamic forces.
Flour dust and moisture are the most demanding environmental conditions for this application.
In this case, the e-chain® was able to avoid additional sheet-metal fabrication requirements for a hose.
This self-guiding transportation system is intended for logistics automation tasks.
This crane can be flexibly adjusted to fuel various types of aircraft.
Automated spool changes permit high production rates at high quality.
Chip protection in tight work spaces in a machine tool.
Reliable process control in adverse environmental conditions, such as dust, rust and moisture.
The e-chain® provides this drilling machine with ESD protection and weather roofing.
Automated work processes on grape-vines in difficult terrain.
e-chains® replace festoonings on passenger jetways for increased reliability.
Fewer malfunctions under aggressive environmental conditions at this fertilizer plant.
This energy supply saves space by avoiding the trough.
No more short circuits for demanding logistics tasks.
Outstanding presentations with the "beamflizzer" without the distracting cable-jungle.
This robot travels on e-chains®.
Long travel distances and all-weather use for the energy-supply on a coal excavator.
Chip protection means less cable damage and fewer break-downs.
Secure separation of individual cables for torsion test purposes.
This sideloader solves flexible logistics tasks for wooden panels.
By avoiding lubricants, the transported laminated pieces remain clean.
This furnace, which is used to melt stainless steel, is operated at very high temperatures.
The energy supply cables at this water treatment facility are protected by an enclosure.
The cutting head in this application can perform work with flexibility and speed.
Temperature and humidity may change throughout the year, but the energy supply will work reliably and consistently.
Conserve energy with an efficient energy supply that uses less energy itself.
Lower weight and space requirements than alternative solutions for conveying coal.
Fewer malfunctions and reduced maintenance times with easy to fill e-chains®.
Increased speeds and acceleration by exchanging festoonings with e-chains®.
This camera is used to examine the behavior of solids suspended in liquids.
An unusual combination for the supply of energy and transportation of materials in one.
Twist-free supply of various media.
This existing rotary table needed to be retrofitted with an energy supply.
This cleaning machine can thoroughly clean escalator steps in a single operation.
Ice protection for filters that protect fish.
Only maintenance-free components can be used in this x-ray application.
The highest possible flexibility when milling and drilling in a single step.
An uncluttered work space without distracting cables for high reliability.
Quick tool changes permit continuous machining of metal bands on both sides.
An uncluttered work space and fewer malfunctions are possible without distracting cables.
Various media and a secure energy supply provide for flexible uses.
This solution provides peace of mind and has been successfully in use for more than 10 years.
High speed process on a textile machine without twisting the power cable.
Cable protection from enormous material removal during a milling operation.
This flexible system can take x-ray images without moving the patient.
Easy cable changes and a compact design with ideal dimensions.
This new design permits a variety of multiple tunnel construction processing steps to be performed by one machine.
Salt water resistance and compensation for sideways motions for lock-gate operations.
Telescope type deploying and retracting of a hangar at sea.
These applications test systems that will make driving cars safer.
This application prepares raw material for the subsequent production of screws and rivets.
Light-weight and mobile robot to inspect pipes on inclines and declines.
The tools perform rotating motions of up to 450 degrees, therefore ensuring fast production.
This application removes paper dust and ink residue from printing press cylinders.
This laboratory setup is used to test highly efficient motor systems.
Adjustable heights on in-store and mall mounted lighting systems.
This automated gate will work in any weather condition.
Data exchange is possible by exchanging the cable drum with an e-chain®.
This is a visually appealing solution for the many cables used for entertainment electronics.
This TV inspection system is used to examine tunnel shafts.
Heavy steel coils are transported here. The energy supply is recessed into the floor.
No more malfunctions when dosing fluids with precision.
Two air-conditioned zones for storing pharmaceuticals and transporting these to the dispensing station.
Automotive wheels are manufactured here using the gravity die casting process.
Precise motions within the smallest spaces without electro-magnetic interference.
This telescope can be rotated from its original position in both directions by 270° each.
Reliable energy supply for crane and gantry travel in waste sorting operations.
Precise positioning of products in shelves while subject to dirt exposure.
e-chains® help display messages of an art installation.
An innovative linear drive for transporting loads with or without guides.
This equipment is used to machine metal components used in construction equipment.
e-chains® supply this entire rocket building with energy.
Various media in one energy supply system save money and design space.
High speed transportation of hot steel.
Adjustments tailored to each operator permit ergonomic work processes.
Tunnel construction is generally space constrained, thus requiring compact components.
The screen doors of this large milling center are operated electrically.
Weather protection for the exterior transport of wooden panels.
No more cork screws and cable failures when transporting roof shingles.
This global innovation can be used to approach a patient in any desired position.
These hydraulic sprayers are used to distribute fertilizers and pesticides.
This washing system is installed under the open sky in Brazil.
This milking robot can perform its activities around the clock in the open field.
The motors in this system need a large number of cables.
This robot has completely unrestricted movements to achieve a nearly humanoid impression.
A robot that can throw balls up to a distance of 16 meters.
The entire harvest, including fruit packaging in a single process step.
This robot lifts heavy work pieces weighing up to 1.7 tons.
Automobiles are parked and subsequently retrieved without the driver's involvement.
Lighter components for aviation applications by avoiding separators.
An E3 series e-chain® ensures the quiet operation of this roller gate and supplies the gate with the necessary power.
An asphalting system prototype that uses a pick&place portal to distribute the material from each batch.
This robot has no difficulty dealing with heavy loads when loading and unloading conveyor belts.
Very ornate packaging for alcoholic beverages.
This lathe can perform complex machining tasks on large work pieces.
Clean separation of various media in the automobile industry.
Only extensive earthbound testing can demonstrate the suitability of components for space applications.