Counting the cost

The rising costs of raw materials are putting even more emphasis on the need for long-lasting, high-performance cables. Felicity Landon reports on the latest trends

Port Strategy: "The dramatic increase in costs for copper, resources and replacement of inferior products are some growing trends for concern" Don Nester, Igus

“Thanks to the use of additional centre links, there is virtually no weight limit. The upper run and the lower run of the chain offset one another. They roll on a consistently wide area, which increases the service life of the cable carrier. In addition the pitch of the chain links is now identical with and without roller, which means the Energy Chain achieves smooth and vibration-free movement in the radius. The rollers themselves are firmly integrated into the sides of the Energy Chain.”