Patents Assigned to Kabelschlepp GmbH
  • Patent number: 10309488
    Abstract: An energy chain device includes at least one energy chain for guiding lines, cables, hoses or the like between a fixed and a movable connection region so as to form a curved region between a moved strand and a stationary strand. Each energy chain has a number of links which are connected to one another in a flexible manner and are formed by link plates which are arranged parallel to one another and transverse webs which connect the link plates. The energy chain device further includes at least one drive device which is operatively connected to the moved strand, and a control unit which is connected to the drive device so as to transmit signals and is connectable so as to transmit signals to a control device of a device which is connectable to the movable connection region.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2019
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Uwe Kemper, Jochen Bensberg, Dirk Schöler
  • Patent number: 9879758
    Abstract: The power conducting device includes at least one first and one second line guiding device. The power conducting device has a first guiding channel and a second guiding channel which can be twisted about a common axis. The first line guiding device is arranged in the first guiding channel and the second line guiding device is arranged in the second guiding channel. The line guiding devices in each case have an end member and a connecting member, the end member being connected either to a respective inner ring or outer ring, and the connecting member being connected to the respectively other outer ring or inner ring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Jonathan Spies, Thomas Ameis, Uwe Kemper
  • Patent number: 9819162
    Abstract: A power conducting system has at least one power conducting unit for guiding lines, cables, hoses or the like between a stationary connection area and a moving connection area, with a curved region being formed between a lower run and an upper run, the power conducting unit having segments that are connected together in an articulated manner. Some segments have laterally arranged rollers with different track widths, wherein the rollers roll on guides. The guides have cutouts so that rollers can pass through the guides at each particular deflection point of the power conducting unit. The guides form lateral boundaries of a guide channel for the lower run.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2017
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventor: Uwe Kemper
  • Patent number: 9711959
    Abstract: A link of an energy chain has two parallel side flaps and at least one horizontal web. The two side flaps and the at least one horizontal web are connected to each other by positioning, pivoting and engaging. Two pivoting groups are provided, including in each case a contact surface and a relevant intake for positioning the contact surface in such a way that the pivoting groups in the positioned state form a pivoting axis transversely to the longitudinal axis of the chain link. Furthermore, two engagement groups are provided which in each case are formed by a locking element and a relevant abutment for receiving the locking element. A chain link can be assembled in a simple manner by a plurality of different horizontal webs and side flaps, wherein the connection between the horizontal web and the side flap cannot be randomly released.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Assignee: TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP GmbH
    Inventors: Dirk Schöler, Jochen Bensberg
  • Patent number: 9325159
    Abstract: A power conducting device guides lines, hoses or the like between a stationary connection point and a moving connection point. The power conducting device includes a first line guiding device having a first end link, a second end link, and a section that deflects between the links and is connected to the links. The line guiding device defines a channel for receiving lines, hoses or the like. The power conducting device further includes a first guiding channel, which defines a first inner ring and a first outer ring. The first line guiding device is arranged in the first guiding channel. The first end link connects to the first inner ring and the second end link connects to the first outer ring. At least one second guiding channel defines a second outer ring and a second inner ring. Certain channels can be rotated about a common axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2016
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventor: Jonathan Spies
  • Patent number: 9151360
    Abstract: A metal connection plate of a chain link of an energy chain, which metal connecting plate has two ends, wherein one end has first elements and the other end has second elements, wherein the first elements can be inserted into the second elements of a further connecting plate in such a way that the connecting plates are rotatably connected to each other. The first and second elements are each formed by a hole having a border. The borders form stop surfaces corresponding to each other, which stop surfaces protrude substantially perpendicularly to an extent to the connecting plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Thomas Ameis, Stefan Engel, Mark Daub, Sven Kratzke, Ulrich Wagener
  • Publication number: 20150059311
    Abstract: A metal connection plate of a chain link of an energy chain, which metal connecting plate has two ends, wherein one end has first elements and the other end has second elements, wherein the first elements can be inserted into the second elements of a further connecting plate in such a way that the connecting plates are rotatably connected to each other. The first and second elements are each formed by a hole having a border. The borders form stop surfaces corresponding to each other, which stop surfaces protrude substantially perpendicularly to an extent to the connecting plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2013
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Applicant: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Thomas Ameis, Stefan Engel, Mark Daub, Sven Kratzke, Ulrich Wagener
  • Publication number: 20150060609
    Abstract: A link of an energy chain has two parallel side flaps and at least one horizontal web. The two side flaps and the at least one horizontal web are connected to each other by positioning, pivoting and engaging. Two pivoting groups are provided, including in each case a contact surface and a relevant intake for positioning the contact surface in such a way that the pivoting groups in the positioned state form a pivoting axis transversely to the longitudinal axis of the chain link. Furthermore, two engagement groups are provided which in each case are formed by a locking element and a relevant abutment for receiving the locking element. A chain link can be assembled in a simple manner by a plurality of different horizontal webs and side flaps, wherein the connection between the horizontal web and the side flap cannot be randomly released.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2012
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Applicant: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Dirk Schöler, Jochen Bensberg
  • Patent number: 8870130
    Abstract: The invention relates to a line guidance device for guiding cables, lines, hoses, and the like between one locally fixed and one movable connection point, wherein the line guiding device has at least one support unit having a substantially band-shaped design, and retaining elements designed in one piece with the support unit, wherein the retaining elements are formed from the support unit and protrude from the same in a substantially transverse fashion toward the support unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventor: Werner Eul
  • Patent number: 8857148
    Abstract: Component of a chain element of an energy-conducting chain, wherein the component has a cavity which is produced by means of a fluid internal pressure injection molding method, or is formed from a micro-cellular foam.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Uwe Kemper, Heiner Samen, Jochen Bensberg, Thomas Wendig
  • Patent number: 8720178
    Abstract: A component for a line routing system including at least one line routing device having at least one section of the surface of the component that is flocked. The component of line routing device is at least one of a chain link, a chain link plate of a chain link, a transverse web of a chain link, a cover of a chain link, a dividing web of a chain link, a guide element, a housing, a line, and a hose.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2014
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Thomas Wendig, Werner Eul
  • Publication number: 20140090350
    Abstract: A power conducting device guides lines, hoses or the like between a stationary connection point and a moving connection point. The power conducting device includes a first line guiding device having a first end link, a second end link, and a section that deflects between the links and is connected to the links. The line guiding device defines a channel for receiving lines, hoses or the like. The power conducting device further includes a first guiding channel, which defines a first inner ring and a first outer ring. The first line guiding device is arranged in the first guiding channel. The first end link connects to the first inner ring and the second end link connects to the first outer ring. At least one second guiding channel defines a second outer ring and a second inner ring. Certain channels can be rotated about a common axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2012
    Publication date: April 3, 2014
    Applicant: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventor: Jonathan Spies
  • Patent number: 8468748
    Abstract: A sliding door system having a sliding door for being moved between a closed position and an open position, and an energy guide chain connected on one end to the sliding door and on the other end to a chassis of the vehicle. Electrical lines are disposed in and guided by the energy guide chain for transmitting electricity to components arranged in the sliding door. A curved region is formed between the ends of the energy guide chain, which moves with the sliding door and changes its radii of curvature depending on the position of the sliding door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2013
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventor: Herbert Wehler
  • Patent number: 8397479
    Abstract: An element is provided for a cable carrier device which is constructed and arranged to carry cabling components such as cables, lines, hoses and the like between a first connection point and a second connection point. The element is formed from a material including at least one plastic and a filler. The filler includes three-dimensional geometrical carbon-based structures having nanometer-scale dimensions. In some arrangements, the carbon-based structures are carbon nanotubes formed of carbon atoms. Accordingly, the element is capable of dissipating electrostatic charges of the cable carrier device. Thus, the corresponding cable carrier device is suitable for working environments that are to be protected from electrostatic effects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Thomas Wendig, Dirk Schöler, Andreas Böhm
  • Publication number: 20120304616
    Abstract: A component for a line routing system including at least one line routing device having at least one section of the surface of the component that is flocked. The component of line routing device is at least one of a chain link, a chain link plate of a chain link, a transverse web of a chain link, a cover of a chain link, a dividing web of a chain link, a guide element, a housing, a line, and a hose.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2012
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Applicant: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Thomas Wendig, Werner Eul
  • Patent number: 8272678
    Abstract: The invention relates to a sliding door system, comprising at least one sliding door, wherein a guide rail is provided in the vehicle body in the vicinity of the door opening. A guiding element can be displaced along the guide rail, the element being connected to the sliding door via a retaining arm. The sliding door system has a power conducting unit, which is formed by members connected to each other in an articulated manner for receiving and guiding at least one line, which extends from a stationary connection on a vehicle body to a connecting element. The power conducting unit can be displaced in the longitudinal direction of the guide rail. The guide rail overlaps the power conducting unit at least in some regions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventor: Werner Eul
  • Publication number: 20120167541
    Abstract: Component of a chain element of an energy-conducting chain, wherein the component has a cavity which is produced by means of a fluid internal pressure injection molding method, or is formed from a micro-cellular foam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2010
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Applicant: KABELSCHLEPP GMBH
    Inventors: Uwe Kemper, Heiner Samen, Jochen Bensberg, Thomas Wendig
  • Patent number: 8196384
    Abstract: A chain link for an energy drag chain that guides conduits, tubes or the like between a stationary point of connection and a mobile point of connection. The chain link includes a cross piece and two spaced-apart link plates. The cross piece is connected to at least one link plate in an articulated manner and the connection between the cross piece and link plate can be a multi-axis connection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2012
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventors: Uwe Kemper, Heiner Samen
  • Patent number: 8151956
    Abstract: A power transmission device is proposed especially for long pathways, which comprises at least one energy supply unit composed of members, which are linked together around axes perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the energy supply unit, wherein a first end of the energy supply unit can be fixed locally and the second end can be moved at least in the longitudinal direction. The energy supply unit forms an upper run and a lower run, whereby between these at least one cart is arranged, which can be moved back and forth in the longitudinal direction of the energy supply unit. This cart has a base body, which is connected to a return motion device. The return motion device is formed at least partially by at least on curved guide channel, so that the energy supply unit is guided in the curved region.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2012
    Assignee: Tsubaki Kabelschlepp GmbH
    Inventor: Herbert Wehler
  • Publication number: 20110302900
    Abstract: An element is provided for a cable carrier device which is constructed and arranged to carry cabling components such as cables, lines, hoses and the like between a first connection point and a second connection point. The element is formed from a material including at least one plastic and a filler. The filler includes three-dimensional geometrical carbon-based structures having nanometer-scale dimensions. In some arrangements, the carbon-based structures are carbon nanotubes formed of carbon atoms. Accordingly, the element is capable of dissipating electrostatic charges of the cable carrier device. Thus, the corresponding cable carrier device is suitable for working environments that are to be protected from electrostatic effects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2009
    Publication date: December 15, 2011
    Applicant: KABELSCHLEPP GMBH
    Inventors: Thomas Wendig, Dirk Schöler, Andreas Böhm