Vertical hanging cable carriers

Heights of over 328 ft are possible with igus® Energy Chain® cable carriers in hanging applications. Particularly in the material handling industry, for example, the application of an Energy Chain® ensures that individual cables do not get caught up in shelving or protruding pallets.

Two important factors in vertical hanging applications are how the conduits lay in the Energy Chain® cable carrier and and how they are secured at the end points: All cables and hoses must be hung so that they bear their own weight. The Energy Chain® fulfills the function of orderly conduit bundling only and should not absorb any further tensile forces. igus® interior separation elements should be used for distinct division of all cables and hoses. The cables and hoses must be secured carefully to both end points of the Energy Chain®. The strain relief must be designed so that the opposite run cannot catch.

A normal igus® Energy Chain® with camber is suitable for hanging use if enough space is available. If there is no room - as is frequently the case for storage and retrieval systems in narrow aisles - a "no camber" Energy Chain® must be ordered. Order example: 27.07.100.0.NC (NC = no camber) These versions are offered at no additional charge, but with a slightly longer delivery period - usually 1-2 business days longer.

If the application involves vertical motion without lateral acceleration, the Energy Chain® cablecarrier can be installed without lateral support. If the space restrictions are severe, an igus® Energy Chain® with no camber must be specified.

If lateral acceleration occurs, lateral guidance of the Energy Chain® must be provided in most cases. The diagram to the right shows the principle of such guidance. Partial guidance is also an option - however, it must at least cover the area in which the Energy Chain® may sway. Lateral acceleration can occur in two directions. The lateral guidance must be installed accordingly. If you have a choice, the layout in Figure A is preferred. Additional guidance along the side of the Energy Chain® helps to stabilize the chain further.