Cable Management

Cable drag chain for handling and assembly robots

Cable drag chain for handling and assembly robots

Handling and assembly robots are continually pushing the performance envelope in terms of load, speed and reach, and that places particular requirements on cable management. To meet these requirements in self-supporting applications, Murrplastik has introduced a new range of cable drag chains, with a one-piece design that is robust, easy to install and inexpensive. Murrplastik […]

By May 15, 2014 Read More →
Lightweight and reliable robot cable management

Lightweight and reliable robot cable management

As robot systems are becoming more and more advanced, plastic expert, igus is constantly developing innovative plastic components to reduce costs and increase service life. Amongst the company’s robotic solutions is the triflex Retraction System Pneumatic (RSP) for multi-axis robots. Light weight and space saving, the triflex RSP is a state-of-the-art adjustable retraction cable management […]

By November 25, 2013 Read More →
Energy chain increases uptime at Jaguar Land Rover

Energy chain increases uptime at Jaguar Land Rover

Jaguar Land Rover has reduced the downtime on one of its factory robots by 66% thanks to installing equipment from leading energy chain specialist, igus UK. Triflex RS is a very compact multi-axial energy supply system that safely houses the energy cables, and as a result, enables manufactures to increase reliability and make operational cost […]

By March 27, 2013 Read More →
Save assembly time and costs dressing robots

Save assembly time and costs dressing robots

So, your new robot has been delivered, and is standing proudly in position. All you have to do now is dress it with the appropriate control and data cables, sort out how you’re going manage those cables, and plan how you’re going to mount the likes of junction boxes, valve blocks, control cabinets, etc. Hmmm. […]

By October 9, 2010 Read More →
Universal module for all motions of a robot

Universal module for all motions of a robot

Now compatible with more than 100 robot models and brands, the igus Triflex RS system is even more versatile and user-friendly. The internal retraction force prevents loops forming in the working area of the robot and keeps the Energy Chain close to the robot’s arm for smooth running. The Triflex RS module is now also […]

By September 28, 2010 Read More →
Safe and reliable data transfer for robots

Safe and reliable data transfer for robots

Bus system problems can occur during twisting applications in energy chains, particularly with shielded data cables, because the shields can get damaged and open up. This is not the case with fibre optic cables: These do not have a mechanically vulnerable shield braid, and they are insensitive to EMC whilst transferring high-speed bus signals up […]

By July 6, 2010 Read More →
Innovations in energy and data supply for robots

Innovations in energy and data supply for robots

Igus has developed a new universal module called Triflex RS, specifically for robotic applications in very cramped conditions. The multi-axis robotic energy chain Triflex RS is always guided parallel and close to the robot arm, preventing a loop forming or cables becoming strained at the robot head. The low-profile module can be mounted directly to […]

By February 10, 2010 Read More →
Triflex RS for compact cable guidance on robots

Triflex RS for compact cable guidance on robots

Plastic corrugated tubes used in robotic applications can bend and tear because they cannot absorb torsional movements very well. Energy chain expert Igus has already developed the Triflex R – a multi-dimensional energy chain system with complete freedom of movement in the X-, Y- and Z-axes. Now, there is a new universal module available called […]

By February 10, 2010 Read More →
Igus adds more accessories to Triflex R energy chains

Igus adds more accessories to Triflex R energy chains

Igus has introduced six new product lines to its Triflex R system of third-generation 6-axis robot energy chains. The multi-axial energy supply system, developed specifically for sophisticated 6-axis robotic applications in harsh industrial environments, now comprises well over 200 components. “Our primary goal is to provide our customers with technological advances in the robotics industry, […]

By January 10, 2010 Read More →
Dress pack for robotic energy and data supply

Dress pack for robotic energy and data supply

Igus has developed a new universal energy and data supply dress pack module called the Triflex RS, specifically for use in robotic applications in very cramped conditions. This multi-axis robotic dress pack energy chain is always guided parallel and close to the robot arm, preventing a loop forming for cables becoming strained at the robot […]

By January 3, 2010 Read More →