e-loop®

Getting oil out of the ground requires deep drilling rigs with top drive systems. They often involve extreme conditions: wind and weather, dirt, and harsh handling of systems and equipment affect machine components. For cable guidance, manufacturers and operators have so far relied on service loops, which often entail a number of problems. Cables can move in the service loops, which have no defined bend radius. In extremely windy conditions, the freely hanging service loop can get caught in the mast or lighting system and be torn off. Another problem is that the entire hose package must be replaced if one hose is defective. To reliably guide cables, even those with large cross sections and great weight, in hanging applications, igus has developed the e-loop. The e-loop combines the advantages of a plastic energy chain with those of a high-strength pull rope. The pull forces are transmitted to the mounting brackets and the structure by the pull rope inside the energy chain. The e-loop is used not only in the oil and gas industry, but also in the offshore industry, shore power supply, construction machinery and wind turbines. Safely guide cables in one system Weather-resistant and dirt-resistant Protection against impact thanks to robust PU outer body Cables can be added or replaced, even during operation Double screw locking on all elements for high operational reliability