Zig-zag e-chain® system

The modular design of igus® e-chains facilitates this space-saving and unconventional solution known as the zig-zag system.

For modern platform technology, such as theater stages, a variety of cables and hoses which adjust the stage height must be accommodated. Lack of space almost invariably presents difficulties.

The un-extended e-chain® is stored in a basket. If the platform is raised, the e-chain® unfolds, generating little or no noise. This construction is possible with E4.1 Series e-chains® as well as many other systems.

The new standard for vertical cable management systems in the stage and theater technology industry, the zig-zag e-chain®, features greatly reduced weight on trusses, modular design and travel lengths between 5-15 meters. The new system is rounded off with fasteners for trusses, a support plate on the moving end, and an optional safety package that can be ordered based on DIN EN 17206 and DGUV Principle 315-390.

• Quiet and low vibration
• No tensile strain on the cables
• Add or replace cables easily
• Guide different media in one system, such as electricity, data and fiber optics
• In projects with travels of up to 40m and more

The low-cost version features all of the advantages of an e-chain® with a new guide concept for travel lengths of up to 10m. The system was designed for use on various trusses and based on DIN EN 17206 and DGUV Principle 315-390. System lengths total 2.16 m. Different chain widths are possible and support inner widths from 75 to 150mm.

• Weight is less than half of that of the standard zig-zag basket, allowing a higher payload
• 50% lower cost compared to the standard zig zag basket
• Lower drive power due to weight reduction
• Quiet operation