Cable Drag Chains and Energy Chains for Flexible Cables

Cable drag chains (also known as energy chains) are mechanical machine elements used to guide and protect cables carrying energy, data and signals. These chains can withstand harsh environmental factors due to their unique material that can:

• Avoid static charge in manufacturing processes for electronic components or assemblies.
• Resist degradation in very high and low temperatures
• Safely be used in food and beverage industries without the need for aggressive cleaning agents and chemicals

Types of Cable Drag Chains and Energy Chains

Each chain can include cables, hoses, interior separation elements, strain relief devices and guide troughs. The materials used have to be optimally matched to each other so that maximum operating times and long service life are achieved wherever energy is supplied to moving loads.

Drag chains are typically used in industrial applications where machinery and equipment need to move flexibly in all directions. These chains provide movement while also safeguarding the energy supply, thereby preventing downtime.

There are many different types of drag chains and energy chains available on the market, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. The right drag chain or energy chain for your application will depend on factors such as the type of energy being supplied (electricity, gas, air, fluids), the environment in which the chain will be used (indoor or outdoor, clean or dirty), the amount of movement required (light duty or heavy duty) and the space available for installation.

How Treotham Can Help

Exclusively distributing many international product lines, Treotham has a long-established presence within New Zealand as a leading supplier of high-quality components. Utilising our local warehouses in Auckland and Hamilton, we can provide you with personalised support services for your industrial applications.

We have the widest range of igus energy chains, cable chain and cable drag chain products available. We understand that each industrial application is unique. Therefore, we have the capabilities for drag chain customisation to suit your needs.