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Port and Terminal Cranes

3 months ago
Triple E-class container ships and the requirements of energy supply for high-performance cranes

Discover how advanced energy chain systems and predictive maintenance technologies are meeting the energy supply challenges of next-generation STS cranes in this white paper.

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6 months ago
Digitally networked energy chains enhance STS cranes in the Port of Rotterdam

As requirements for STS cranes continue to grow, more robust cable management solutions have become a necessity. Read this white paper to learn about one such solution.

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8 months ago
Crane maintenance: ensuring safety & efficiency

Proper crane maintenance is the difference between a long-lasting, reliable crane, and one that frequently fails and causes delays. Read this blog for tips on proper and efficient crane maintenance.

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8 months ago
The Ultimate Guide to Crane Industry Innovations: Boosting Safety, Efficiency, and Reliability

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8 months ago
Crane inspections: tips and tricks

Thorough and routine crane inspections are essential to maintaining safety and efficiency in crane operations. Read this blog for tips on performing your own crane inspections.

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9 months ago
Energy Supply Systems for Machines with Elevated Axes

Machines with elevated axes are found across numerous industries. This white paper discusses a solution of cable management for these applications: the hybrid metal & plastic YE energy chain from igus

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9 months ago
igus® Port of Virginia Retro fit – Simplify your crane systems!

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9 months ago
igus® Port of Virginia Retro fit – Prioritize safety on your crane systems!

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9 months ago
igus® Port of Virginia Retro fit – Invest in long term benefits with igus® Orange Services

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9 months ago
igus® Port of Virginia Retro fit – Achieve maximum productivity on your crane systems!

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about 1 year ago
igus® – Port of Virginia Retro-fit Full

Cranes at the Port of Virginia have historically used festoon systems for cable management. However, a recent project carried out by igus® saw these festoons replaced with e-chain® cable carriers for a more robust and secure cable management solution. Learn more about e-chain® cable carriers: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/cable-carriers Discover how igus’® components can be used within port and terminal cranes: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/industries-port-and-terminal-cranes Contact a member of the igus® installation team: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/contact-orange-services

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about 1 year ago
Jib crane cable management: What’s the best solution?

Stop wasting time and money due to cable failure on your jib cranes. Read this blog to learn about a more reliable & effective cable management solution for jib cranes.

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over 1 year ago
igus® Port of Virginia Retro-fit e-chain® TEASER

Cranes at the Port of Virginia have historically used festoon systems for cable management. However, a recent project carried out by igus® saw these festoons replaced with e-chain® cable carriers for a more robust and secure cable management solution. Learn more about e-chain cable carriers: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/cable-carriers Discover how igus’® components can be used within port and terminal cranes: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/industries-port-and-terminal-cranes Contact a member of the igus® installation team: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/contact-orange-services

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over 1 year ago
igus® Port of Virginia e-chain® Retro-fit Story TEASER

Cranes at the Port of Virginia have historically used festoon systems for cable management. However, a recent project carried out by igus® saw these festoons replaced with e-chain® cable carriers for a more robust and secure cable management solution. Learn more about e-chain cable carriers: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/cable-carriers Discover how igus®’ components can be used within port and terminal cranes: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/industries-port-and-terminal-cranes Contact a member of the igus® installation team: https://www.www.hansarobotics.com/info/contact-orange-services

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over 2 years
YE e-chain®: Flexible strength for unsupported travel

Sometimes cable carriers can't be purely plastic or metal. The YE e-chain solves this issue by combining the two

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over 2 years
Types of port cranes: functions, comparisons, and how to choose

Explore 10+ types of port cranes (RTG, RMG, STS, and more) with comparisons, load capacities, and real-world applications. Learn how to select the best crane for your port.

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over 2 years
e-chain® with steel-rope guide as an alternative to a busbar?

While busbars are a common solution for energy transfer in moving applications across long distances, the autoglide 5 from igus is a worthy alternative that offers features not possible with busbars.

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about 3 years
Hydraulic A-Frame on Ship with Polymer Bearings Provides Maximum Freedom of Movement

The founder of a boat company developed a hydraulic A-Frame called the Linkage System for 180 degree range of motion using self-lubricating, polymer bearings

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almost 5 years ago
chainflex® Flexible Cables Used at Great Heights

In this post, read about what happens when cable is used at large heights, like port & terminal cranes, and how chainflex® cables can help avoid a standstill.

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about 5 years
What is a Medium Voltage Cable?

Read about how to classify a medium voltage cable based upon where it is used, and the important role that they play within a power grid or application.

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about 5 years
What Is a Roller Chain and When Do You Need It?

Read about how the rol-e-chain® from igus® overcomes the technical boundaries of typical gliding cable carriers by instead rolling for long travels.

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