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igus® Series 28 E4/00 energy chain cable carriers, designed for zigzag configurations.

Zigzag motion cable carrier

Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning

Decommissioning a nuclear power plant involves complex tasks such as dismantling massive 46-foot-high steel tanks. For this operation, a precision milling cutter was inserted from above to break down the tanks into smaller sections. The energy supply for the cutter relied on igus® Series 28 E4/00 energy chain cable carriers, ideal for zigzag applications. These carriers efficiently guided chainflex® CF9 continuous-flex control cables and multiple hoses, ensuring seamless power and fluid supply. This robust solution highlights igus® components' reliability in demanding industrial environments.

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Challenge

The tanks needed to be milled into smaller sections using a cutter inserted from above, requiring a reliable and flexible energy supply system capable of handling demanding zigzag motions.

Solution

The operation utilized igus® Series 28 E4/00 energy chain cable carriers, designed for zigzag configurations. These carriers managed chainflex® CF9 continuous-flex control cables and various hoses, ensuring uninterrupted power and fluid supply to the milling cutter. The components delivered exceptional durability and flexibility, critical in this high-stakes environment.

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