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Power Supply in Overhead Cranes: Energy Chains vs. Festoons

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By Igus ·

Virtually all modes of crane applications are facing intensifying requirements regarding travel distances, speeds and precision.

Engineers often turn to festoons and energy chains to try to meet these demands; however, festoons require regular maintenance and leave hanging cables unprotected.

Energy chains, on the other hand, prevent cables from getting tangled, require less installation space, and save you costs over time.

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