Abstract: An energy guiding chain for guiding hoses, cables and the like has a number of chain links connected to one another in articulated fashion which are formed by parallel straps connected by cross-members. The energy guiding chain can be moved in such a way that it forms an upper strand, a lower strand and a deflection zone connecting the two, where the upper strand rests on the lower strand. In order that the upper strand can be moved lying on the lower strand with the least possible power and low wear, and the chain is of the simplest possible design, at least some of the chain links of the upper strand and/or the lower strand are provided with rollers that can roll on running surfaces provided on the chain links of the opposite strand when the energy guiding chain travels.

Abstract: A transporting device is essentially configured in the form of a cable reel and which is provided for an energy guide chain preferably equipped with cables. In order to simplify the handling and transport of the chain, the transporting device includes: a central body (3) which is preferably cylindrical and essentially arranged around a rotational axis of the transport device; terminal limiting elements (4,5) which are arranged in the vicinity of the end faces of the central body and which radially extend from the same, and divider(s) (6-9) for subdividing the space located between the terminal limiting elements into at least two sections.

Abstract: Energy guiding chains serve to guide cables, hoses and the like from one connection point to another, at least one of the two connection points being movable, the energy guiding chain having a plurality of plastic chain links that are, or can be connected to one another in articulated fashion, each of which includes two side straps and two cross-members, where at least one of the cross-members is connected to the side straps in detachable fashion and a snap mechanism is provided, which interacts with a snap ridge provided on each end of the cross-member. In order to also make it possible for the snap mechanism to be easily released by hand, it is designed as an elastic hook, which is located in the center of the cross-member when the respective cross-member is mounted and protrudes beyond the outside surface of the cross-member, so that is accessible by hand. In the area in front of the hook, the outside surface of the cross-member has a grip extending from the snap ridge towards the center of the chain link.

Abstract: In an energy guiding chain (1) for guiding cables, hoses and the like between two connection points, with several chain straps which are connected to one another via upper and lower cross-members in detachable fashion and assembled in two parallel strands, and which overlap one another and can be angled, there are alternating chain storage (2) designed as inner straps (3) with inner overlap areas (5) and as outer straps (4) with outer overlap areas (5) in each chain strand. The angling of the chain straps (2) relative to one another is restricted by stops (8, 9, 12, 13) located in the overlap areas (5). The curvature of the chain (1) is defined by the position of the stops (8, 9, 12, 13).

Abstract: The invention relates to a cable guide (1) for guiding cables or lines in a guide channel (3a), having a continuous, elongated sliding strip (2), which can be arranged to form a lower strand, a deflection zone and an upper strand guided on the lower strand in sliding fashion, where one end of the cable guide can be connected to a stationary unit and the other end to a reciprocating unit. In order to design a cable guide which can be put to flexible use with regard to the cables to be guided, it is proposed that the guide channel (3a) be constructed of numerous guide links (3) which can pivot relative to one another and which are arranged on the side of the sliding strip (2) facing away from the opposite strand and mounted on the sliding strip (2) in detachable fashion. In one configuration, the guide links (3) are provided with stops (21) to limit the pivoting angle of adjacent sections of the sliding strip (2), also limiting the movement of the guide links (3) perpendicular to their pivoting plane. (FIG.

Abstract: A cable guide is provided for guiding lines or cables in a guide channel, the guide preferably having a continuous, elongated slide strip, which can be disposed in a curved orientation to form opposite upper and lower strands and a deflection zone between them. The cable guide has a plurality of guide links that can pivot relative to one another and are preferably arranged on the side of the slide strip facing away from the opposite strand and mounted on the slide strip in detachable fashion. In order to improve a generic cable guide such that it has a longer service life and less noise emission, elements are provided, in addition to any existing slide strip, that absorb the tensile forces acting in the longitudinal direction of the cable guide when it is in essentially extended position. The tensile force-absorbing elements are preferably designed as positive locking elements, e.g., in the form of projections protruding into the pivoting plane and corresponding recesses arranged on adjacent guide links.

Abstract: A guide trough for energy management chains which has parallel, oblong side sections, and one energy management chain can be positioned therebetween in the longitudinal direction. Fittings such as slide rails are secured to the inside of the side sections. The side sections (1) have at least one cross-member 2 which points obliquely up and protrudes into the guide trough. A holding member (6) also protruding obliquely on a fitting (3, 4, 5) can be mounted on a cross-member and, assisted by the cross-member 2 fixes the fitting (3, 4, 5) to the side section (1).

Abstract: A energy transmission chain for guiding hoses, cables and the like between two connection points includes chain links each having two side elements connected by cross-members. The side elements of adjacent chain links have overlapping sections and are joined to rotate around a pivot in one plane. Energy transmission chains with high lateral stability, which do not sag, particularly when installed in a lateral position, and which are simple and inexpensive to manufacture are frequently desired. This is the case if the moveable consumer connected to the energy transmission chain is traversed in a horizontal plane. Thus, at least one of the respective adjacent side elements (1) has at least one guide groove (7) extending parallel to the plane of rotation. The side element adjacent to this element engages one of the guide grooves over the entire angle of rotation by a guide element (8) extending parallel to the plane of rotation.

Abstract: An energy guiding chain is disclosed for accommodating cables and hoses. The chain has laterally spaced parallel side-plates (1) with upper and lower cross-members (2,3). A cross-sectional space for said cables and hoses is defined by the side-plates and the upper and lower edges of the side-plates. The cross-sectional space is expanded by at least one of the cross-members being detachably mounted on the side-plates by connector parts (7). The cross-member is a bracket including bracket body (2) and a mounting member (6) at each free end of the body with a mounting member connector-part (8) for engagement by connector parts (7) which are engageable by movement of the mounting member connector-part in the lateral direction toward a plate connector part.

Abstract: A chainlink raceway (1) for cables and hoses is disclosed having an upper portion with non-inverted chain links which overlies a lower portion with inverted chain links and having a turnaround portion of more than 180.degree. and which joins the upper and lower portions and inverts the links as they move from the upper portion to the lower portion. The raceway has chain links provided with links. Plural webs side-by side form a comb-like structure on the bottom of the chain links. The webs on the links in the upper portion interleave with the webs on the links in the lower portion so that the engaged chain links (2) are secured against transverse displacement relative to one another.

Abstract: The invention relates to a guide channel with long, parallel side elements, between which an energy transmission chain can be laid in the longitudinal direction, where the guide channel is composed of several side elements arranged with their face ends next to one another in the longitudinal direction of the channel. In order to create a guide channel which is of low weight, has a visual appearance and shape which permits versatile use, emits little noise and at the same time possesses great stability, it is proposed in accordance with the invention that side elements (1) display dimensionally stable hollow sections and connecting elements (2) be provided between the opposite face ends of side elements (1), by means of which the side elements can be fastened to each other and to a substructure. (FIG.

Abstract: An energy guiding chain for guiding hoses and the like between two connecting points, the position of at least one of which can be changed, comprises several chain links comprising side elements and cross-members connected to each other in articulated fashion, where the pivoting of adjacent chain links relative to each other is limited by corresponding stops with contact surfaces arranged on the chain links. In order to allow a higher traversing speed and reduce the noise emission of the chain, the chain links are provided with means for reducing the angling speed of adjacent chain links relative to each other.

Abstract: The invention relates to an energy transmission chain for guiding hoses, cables and the like between two connection points. The chain links each have two side elements connected by cross-members. The side elements of adjacent chain links have overlapping sections and are joined to rotate around a pivot in one plane. Energy transmission chains with high lateral stability, which do not sag, particularly when installed in a lateral position, and which are simple and inexpensive to manufacture are frequently desired. This is the case if the moveable consumer connected to the energy transmission chain is traversed in a horizontal plane. Thus, in the energy transmission chains disclosed, at least one of the respective adjacent side elements (1) has at least one guide groove (7) extending parallel to the plane of rotation. The side element adjacent to this element engages one of the guide grooves over the entire angle of rotation by means of a guide element (8) extending parallel to the plane of rotation.

Abstract: The invention concerns a chain-type casing for guiding hoses, cables, etc., between a fixed and a mobile connection point, the links in the chain being of a lightweight, thin-walled design and each consisting of two sideplates (1, 2) joined by at least one crossbar (3). The sideplates (1 or 2) of neighbouring links are hinged to each other by studs (5) formed on each of the sideplates of one link, the studs engaging in matching apertures (6) in the sideplates of the other link and the casing having a construction which allows it to flex torsionally and/or laterally. In order to avoid the hinge connectors between the links opening, the invention calls for the studs (5) to have a snap-in arrester feature round the edge so that the stud (5) locks into the aperture (6) but can be pulled out again by force.

Abstract: A cable guide (1) consisting of articulated, partially overlapping individual components (2, 3), where the articulation axes (7, 8) of the components (2, 3) run transversely to the longitudinal axis of the cable guide and the individual components (2, 3) are connected together in such a way that the articulation axes (7, 8) of two adjacent components (2, 3) are positioned at 90.degree. to one another. The components (2, 3) include two different alternating basic shapes and each have a removable, snap-on cover (11, 12), where the covers (11, 12) of the cable guide (1) are all directed to one side of the cable guide (1).

Abstract: It is envisaged in the case of a power transmission chain (1) for guiding cables, hoses and the like in a cavity surrounded by the chain links, with several chain straps (2, 3) which can be connected in detachable fashion by upper and lower cross-members, which are assembled to form two parallel strands, overlap each other and can be angled in relation to each other, and which interlock positively in the area of the mutual overlap, that each of the parallel chain strands includes inner straps (2) and outer straps (3). Each outer strap (3) overlaps two inner straps (2). The areas of the chain straps (2, 3) which are intended to overlap the adjacent chain straps (2, 3) are arranged in a common plane which roughly forms the mid-length plane of the chain straps (2, 3). (FIG.

Abstract: In a power transmission chain, each link of which displays two side walls and a stabilizing element joining these at their lower longitudinal edges, as well as a cover which can be snapped onto the upper longitudinal edges, where consecutive links are joined in pivoting fashion and the covers can be fixed on the upper longitudinal edges of the side walls in a detachable fashion, the covers are connected via flat, flexible connecting straps located in sliding fashion in corresponding sliding chambers in the covers. A power transmission chain of this kind can be manufactured with very small dimensions, has adequate assembly strength and can be handled conveniently and safely.

Abstract: In a chain link for power-supply chains, which comprises side plates connected by means of transverse webs, the power-supply chain being intended for receiving cables, hoses and the like, and the chain links being designed for articulated connection to adjacent chain links, partition webs are inserted between the transverse webs and are held by the transverse webs. Intermediate webs are inserted between the transverse webs and are held by the partition webs in predetermined positions parallel to the transverse webs. In a special version, the intermediate webs are equipped with locking lugs at their ends, and the partition webs are equipped, on one side or both sides, and additional closing webs, on one side, with retaining grooves for pushing in the locking lugs. The lengths of the intermediate webs are appropriately selected according to a grid pattern.