Mobile SPO (shore power outlet) with the igus® e-chain® reel
Moving energy ... saving energy ... remaining flexible
Shore power connections used to be installed permanently in sockets set into the quay. The "e-chain reel system" is a mobile shore power connection product (mobile shore power outlet SPO). It enables ports to have the necessary flexibility.System:
Motorised e-chain reel with special igus chain wound onto it
Special chain with rolling applications and attached mobile SPO
The mobile SPO can be moved with existing port equipment or winding systems
Cables are protected and do not lie exposed on the terminal
For safety reasons, connection in an energised state is not possible
Can be connected to any stationary SPO
With hoist for handling heavy cables
Extension length of 50-60m
Permanently installed system
Install mobile SPOs instead of stationary SPOs directly
Also possible in very constricted installation spaces
Extension length of 75-100m
Benefits:
Different vessel types can be connected at any time
Expensive medium voltage cables are protected against abrasion, cuts and other outside influences
Easy handling and increased occupational safety: the mobile SPO is driven to the connection point, heavy cables do not have to be laboriously dragged to the stationary SPO on the quay
Increased safety, longer service life and lower costs
Test run
igus tested the mobile SPO regarding its functionality.Products used
rol e-chain
Long travels and very high traversing speed
e-chain series 5050HD
High degree of stability and long travels over 200 m
