Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing a plastic chain link, which has interspaced plates (10, 11) as well as lower and upper cross-connecting elements (15) that connect said plates, whereby at least one cross-connecting element is connected to one of the plates (10) in an articulated manner. According to the invention, at least one of the plates is firstly produced followed by the production of at least one of the cross-connecting elements while simultaneously forming a joint connection between one of the plates and one of the cross-connecting elements.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing a plastic chain link, which has interspaced plates (10, 11) as well as lower and upper cross-connecting elements (15) that connect said plates, whereby at least one cross-connecting element is connected to one of the plates (10) in an articulated manner. According to the invention, at least one of the plates is firstly produced followed by the production of at least one of the cross-connecting elements while simultaneously forming a joint connection between one of the plates and one of the cross connecting elements.

Abstract: An energy line guide chain for running lines between a stationary and a movable connection, with jointed chain links of plastic, which define each a channel section extending in the direction of the energy line guide chain. Each chain link comprises opposite link plates extending in spaced relationship in a longitudinal direction of the energy line guide chain. The link plates are interconnected by at least one crosspiece. Each link plate comprises a joint body (6) and a joint receiver (7), which extend substantially crosswise to the longitudinal direction of the energy line guide chain. The joint body (6) of a link plate engages the joint receiver (7) of an adjacent link plate. Between the partially overlapping link plates of two adjacent chain links, a clearance is provided. The joint body (6) comprises two diametrically opposite outer surface areas (19). The joint receiver (7) has two diametrically opposite inner surface areas (18).

Abstract: The invention relates to a kit having a plurality of kit components for a chain link (54) which can be adapted to a plurality of situations of use and which has two chain side plates (54, 55), with the following kit components: Separating bodies (46) with edge portions (3) and partitions (47) which can be secured to two adjacent separating bodies (46) by securing elements which at least partially embrace a holding portion (14) of the separating bodies (46). The kit may also have transverse portions (56, 57) provided with a holding region, to which the separating bodies (46) are releasably securable.

Abstract: The subject matter of the invention relates to a chain link of plastic, which is made in one piece from two opposite, spaced-apart chain side plates (1, 2) and a plate (3). The plate (3) comprises at least one profiled groove (8) extending substantially parallel to a chain link (1, 2). The profiled groove (8) is adapted for receiving a partition (6), which has in its one end section an engaging member (9) that is shaped to correspond with profiled groove (8).

Abstract: A chain link for an energy conducting guide chain which comprises two spaced apart and parallel side plates (2) which are connected together by at least one transverse portion. Each chain side plate (2) has a pivotal connecting portion (5) and a receiving means (7) for the pivotal connecting portion. The chain side plate also has an abutment (9). The chain link comprises a first plastic material. In the chain link according to the invention it is proposed that it has at least one region with an insert (13, 15) which forms at least a part of a surface of the chain link. The insert (13, 15) comprises at least one second plastic material which is different from the first plastic material of the chain link. The insert (13, 15) is connected to the chain side plate (2) by way of connecting elements (14, 17) in accordance with the two-component injection procedure.

Abstract: A chain link used in fabricating a flexible energy guide chain for supporting energy conduits from a fixed attachment point to a moveable consuming load. The chain link is composed of two parallel side plates and a base plate interconnecting the side plates so as to form a U-shaped passage for the conduits. A cover is pivotally mounted to one of the side plates by a hinge connection which permits pivotal movement between a first stable position wherein the passage is open and a second stable position wherein the passage is closed. The hinge exerts a spring force which resists movement of the cover from either of its stable positions toward the other stable position.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a foldable protective element for, in particular movably laid, lines, which is cast or injection-moulded in one piece from plastic material substantially in an approximately level, flat configuration, and has segments (11, 12, 13, 14) which are connected together by bendable bridges (15), wherein the protective element has a bottom segment (11) with a top side (4) and an underside (5), and at least one wall segment (12), which can be shaped to form a closed passage portion (10) by bending and/or folding in the direction of the top side (4) of the bottom segment (11) and mechanical closure of a closing mechanism (16, 17), and wherein the protective element (1) is so connected or connectable to other similar protective elements (2) that the passage portions (10) form in a longitudinal direction (S) a passage for lines. A particularly preferred embodiment is one in which an entire series of protective elements is injection-moulded in one piece, with end portions (30).

Abstract: A fastening arrangement having a chain link (1). The chain link (1) has two link plates (2, 3), located spaced apart opposite one another, with edge and side faces (4, 5, 6) and at least one crossmember (7) which connects the link plates (2, 3). A fastening unit (8) is provided which has webs or tines (9, 10) which are spaced apart and extend in the longitudinal direction of the link plates (2, 3). The fastening unit (8), the crossmember (7) and/or at least one link plate (2, 3) have interacting connecting means (13, 20), by means of which the fastening unit (8) can be connected to the crossmember (7) and/or at least one link plate (2, 3) with the webs (9, 10) directed inwards into or inwards into and outwards out of the chain link (1).

Abstract: The subject of the invention relates to a chain link for an energy guide chain. The chain link has two spaced-apart, mutually oppositely disposed chain side plates (2) and at least one transverse portion (5). The transverse portion (5) has at both ends a releasable hinge (10) which can be connected to the chain side plate (2). The transverse portion (5) is lockable to the chain side plate (2). For the purposes of latching the transverse portion (5) to the chain side plate (2) the hinge (10) has a pivot pin (7) and a recess (15) which cooperates with the pivot pin (7) and which has undercut configurations (14). The pivot pin (7) has a latching projection (9) engaging into an opening (16). The opening (16) extends over a part of the periphery of the recess (15).

Abstract: The present invention includes a chain link for an energy guide chain for receiving cables, hoses. The chain link includes elongate side walls and transverse web portions connecting same. Each side wall has sliding surfaces for movable connection to a side portion of an adjacent chain link. The sliding surfaces, which slide against each other, of adjacent chain links are formed of a different material. At least part of the sliding surfaces is produced by an additional body, which are formed from a different material from the side wall. The additional body is attached to at least one side wall prior to assembly of the energy guide chain. The additional body is mounted to the chain link prior to and not during assembly of the energy guide chain. This operation permits the chain links to be fitted together in an uncomplicated manner and promotes automated assembly procedures.

Abstract: A tie bar to be connected at the ends to the side parts of a chain link is described. The tie bar is provided with a fastening groove which is open toward the center of the chain link, which groove is delimited by two parallel beads which are connected to one another via a base plate. Strain relief elements for power lines can be fastened in the fastening groove. At least one connecting bore can be formed in the base plate, and the tie bar with the chain link forms a means of connecting a power conducting chain at a fixed point or a movable point.

Abstract: A guide channel for receiving and guiding a guide chain for energy lines has a bottom and two sidewalls. In order to provide a lightweight and noise-reducing guide channel that is easily assembled, the sidewalls are made of a composite material that includes thin cover plates and an elastic core.

Abstract: A guide channel for receiving and guiding guide chains for energy lines has a bottom that is divided in the longitudinal direction and has a width that is adjustable to varying sizes of guide chains to be guided. The guide channel is assembled from a system of prefabricated parts. Channel sidewalls of varying heights are provided. The bottom is comprised of two profiled carrier elements having a meander-shaped profile that, in the longitudinal direction, are arranged in a mirror-symmetrical arrangement relative to one another in a common horizontal plane. Each profiled carrier element is comprised of three U-shaped profiles. A first and a second one of the U-shaped profiles are open in an upward direction, and a third one of the U-shaped profiles is open in a downward direction. The third U-shaped profile is connected between the first and the second U-shaped profiles.

Abstract: A guide chain for guiding energy lines form a stationary connection to a movable consuming device is comprised of a plurality of chain members being pivotably connected with one another. Each one of the chain members is comprised of two side portions arranged at a distance parallel to one another and two transverse elements that are connecting the two side portions. Separating cross-pieces which divide the energy line channel may be arranged within the energy line channel in a slidable or fixedly connected manner because the transverse elements are provided with a respective longitudinal groove. A plurality of bores extends from the bottom of the groove through the transverse elements and each separating cross-piece is provided at its upper and lower end with a holder comprising at least one pin, the length of which corresponds to the depth of the groove.

Abstract: A guide chain for guiding energy lines from a stationary connection to a movable consuming device consists of a plurality of chain members that are connected with one another as to be pivotable about a pivot angle. Each chain member is comprised of two side portions arranged at a distance parallel to one another and connected by two transverse elements. The pivot angle between two neighboring chain members is limited by stop inserts which are inserted into corresponding recessed portions of the side portions. In order to adapt the pivot angle of two neighboring chain members to different applications, it is suggested that the stop insert is provided as a disk with at least two cutouts whereby at least one cutout is in the form of a radial slot and the outer cutout is arc-shaped. The slot and the arc-shaped cutout are arranged at an angle .alpha. relative to one another. Within the recessed portions of the side portions, stops are provided which engage the slot, respectively, the arc-shaped cutout.

Abstract: A guide chain for guiding energy lines from a stationary connection to a movable consuming device is comprised of a plurality of chain members being pivotably connected to one another. Each of the chain members is comprised of two side portions arranged at a distance parallel to one another. Two transverse elements connect the two side portions with one another. In order to open the guide chain at its upper side on either side of the side portions for providing access to the energy line channel, the two side portions are provided with a pivot joint which is comprised of a lug element extending in the longitudinal direction of the side portion and a holding member which is detachably connected to the lug element, the transverse element being connected to the two holding members.

Abstract: A guide or feeder chain for power and supply lines is provided. The chain includes chain links that comprise two spaced-apart link members that are disposed parallel to one another and are interconnected by crosspieces. The chain links have a reciprocal pivot angle delimited by abutment inserts. Exposed sides of the chain links are covered by cover plates secured to the crosspieces. End links of the chain are connected via connectors to a fixed connection at one end and to a movable consuming device at the other end. Some of the crosspieces, along a portion thereof disposed between the link members, have an enlarged cross-sectional configuration. The abutment inserts are interconnected via stems that extend into corresponding notches of the link members. A curved cover element is telescopically guided on one side of each cover plate. One end of each end link is embodied to connect to a link member, and the other end is provided with a pocket for the insertion of variously shaped connectors.

Abstract: A feeder chain for the supply of all types of consumable material to units that move on tracks. The chain comprises a plurality of chain links and has a continuous inner space for feed lines, whereby the chain links have pivotably interconnected outer side pieces that are provided with stops for delimiting the mutual pivot angle. Each chain link is provided with two detachable crosspieces for interconnecting the outer side pieces thereof. The crosspieces are tubular pieces that are insertable via a force fit onto projections of the outer side pieces.

Abstract: A feeder chain for the supply of all types of consumable material to units that move on tracks. The chain comprises a plurality of chain links and has a continuous inner space for feed lines, whereby the chain links have pivotably interconnected outer side pieces that are provided with stops for delimiting the mutual pivot angle. Each chain link is provided with two detachable crosspieces for interconnecting the outer side pieces thereof. The crosspieces are tubular pieces that are insertable via a force fit onto projections of the outer side pieces.