Construction machinery
Construction machinery has a tough job: they have to operate reliably in every work environment and in all weather conditions. As with all industries, failures cost money and must be avoided. We offer components made of high-performance polymers that stand out due to their high durability and long service life. This includes energy chains for cable protection and guidance, e.g. when cables are used for work platforms, aerial lifts or drilling machines. The suitable UV and temperature-resistant cables for dynamic continuous movements can be found in our chainflex® cable product range. Maintenance-free and lubrication-free plain bearings for heavy-duty applications, e.g. in excavators, wheeled loaders and telescopic forklifts. For all parts, the service life is predictable, which is essential for construction planning project.
Would you like more information about the igus® range of products in construction machinery? Our experts will be happy to get in touch with you.
Would you like more information about the igus® range of products in construction machinery? Our experts will be happy to get in touch with you.
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igus® polymer products for construction machinery
iglidur® plain bearings
- Reliable under heavy loads
- Absolutely lubrication-free
- Maintenance-free
- Dirt-resistant
- Good price-performance ratio
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e-chain® series E4.1
- Resistant to shocks and vibration
- Tough, low-noise, modular
- Resistant to dirt, chemicals and high temperatures
- Corrosion and UV-resistant
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chainflex® control cable CF9
- For extremely heavy-duty applications
- Flexible at low temperatures
- Coolant-resistant
- UV-resistant
- TPE outer jacket
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Hybrid e-chain®
- New dimensions
- Available in 108mm & 112mm inner height
- Lightweight plastic & steel
- Almost 50% less weight than a comparable steel energy chain
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e-loop energy chain
- Alternative to service loops
- New e-loop fpr top drive applications
- 4 part design for hanging top drive
- High tensile strength
- Ideal for oil drilling.
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iglidur® TX2
- Developed for applications with high loads
- Low friction
- Wound construction
- 3.5 times more wear-resistant than iglidur® TX1
- Ideal for dirty environments
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Successful applications within construction machinery
Excavating and grabbing with an additional degree of freedom
In the high dump bucket of L&K Land- und Kraftfahrzeugtechnik, iglidur plain bearings replace the previously installed composite bearings in the joints. They exceed the required service life, require no maintenance, save weight and are about 40% more cost-effective than previous versions. In addition, they can be exchanged 1:1 for the composite bearings without the adjacent construction having to be modified.
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Securely supported in combination with vibrations and dust
With the pulley module by the company Ets Payant, soil can be moved out of pits that are up to 65 metres deep. Here, all components must withstand severe impacts, weathering effects, and a lot of dust. No problem for igus bearing technology: the designers use igubal double joints, drylin aluminium shafts as well as iglidur fixed flange bearings and thrust washers. They are robust, work without additional lubrication and do not require maintenance.
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Safe energy supply in the swivelling driver's seat
Smooth turning and controlling of the driver's seat even in continuous operation: a triflex R e-chain takes care of this together with chainflex cables in the AUSA dumper. The chain is specially designed for 3D movements and is characterised by high tensile strength and great flexibility. In addition, a chainflex CF77.UL.D control cable is used, which is highly abrasion-resistant and ideal for particularly high loads.
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Energy chains defy vibration and dirt
E4 energy chains that are resistant to vibration and insensitive to dirt are used in a various crane systems in a tunnel drilling machine of Herrenknecht AG. In a small installation space, they easily withstand mechanical loads, dirt, moisture and, in some cases, high temperatures. In addition, pre-assembly was carried out with the most flexible chainflex signal and power cables.
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Energy chain configurator
Configure complete energy supply systems for short or long travels as well as for hanging applications. Enter the application and environmental parameters and the configurator "e-chain® expert" will suggest suitable solutions for your energy supply.Configure energy chain now
Linear guides, plain bearings, e-chains®, linear axes and more
igus® products for vehicle cabins
Adjust seats and displays or mount master switches with maintenance-free bearing products. You can also run cables in the seat safely and quietly with energy chains.
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