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Your manufacturer for ready-to-install energy chain assemblies readychain®
Everything from a single source: customised - ready-to-install - final tested - 75% installation time saved
readychain® complete systems in use - our highlights
readychain® in use
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readychain® - current information
Reasons for a harnessed energy chain
There are a number of reasons to opt for ready-to-install energy chains in the production of machines and systems:
- Assembly time reduced by up to 95
- Reduction in manufacturing costs
- Minimised logistics costs - no storage space required
- Procurement optimisation - one system, one part number
- Reduce assembly time - less machine downtime
- Assembly on site - international service with 31 locations
- Customised products possible - igus® develops additional components
readychain® Variants
A readychain® system consists of many components: energy chain or drag chain, highly flexible cable, connectors, metal sheets, mounting frames... Discover the four standardised variants of our readychain® systems here. Everything from a single source, all from your system supplier and with a guarantee!
All advantages at a glance
Basic
Consists of an energy chain equipped with electric cables, pneumatics and hydraulics without plug connections.
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Standard
Consists of an energy chain equipped with electrical cables, pneumatics, hydraulics and sensors including plug connections.
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Standard Plus
Consists of an energy chain equipped with electrical cables, pneumatics, hydraulics and sensors, including plug connections and mounting plates for fixing.
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Premium
Consists of an energy chain equipped with electric cables, pneumatics, hydraulics and sensors including plug connections as well as a transport and assembly frame.
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All components from a single source - with a guarantee
energy chains from igus® are already working reliably in many hundreds of thousands of applications worldwide. From beverage vending machines to steelworks, from the simplest linear to the most complicated applications, thousands of variants of installation types can be found.
With more than 1,350 chainflex® cables from stock, igus® offers the largest range of cables specifically for the energy chain. Thanks to the industry's largest test laboratory, igus® is the only supplier able to offer a 4-year warranty on all chainflex® cables.
All common connectors and more than 6,000 drive cables suitable for 34 manufacturer standards are available. In addition, smart plastic 's modern sensor systems for intelligent condition monitoring and predictive maintenance can be integrated directly into the ready-to-install energy supply.
More information
readychain® Factory
- 1,600 assembled energy chain systems leave the factory every week
- 4,175 m² area for harnessing
- 4,150 employees worldwide, including 359 employees for harnessing
- 35 branches worldwide incl. 14 readychain® factories
The world's largest test laboratory
Over 15,000 tests per year have resulted in what is probably the world's largest test database. This database enables us to always select the right product for your specific application. Customised tests for your industry are also possible.
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