Abstract: This invention relates to an energy chain (100; 200 . . . 700) having a number of mutually articulated chain links (212; 312 . . . 812), at least some chain links present a housing (216; 316 . . . 816) for the feed-through of cables and hoses. Adjacent chain links are pivotable against each there by way of hinged connections in such a manner that between a fixed connector (105) and movable connector (107) of said energy chain a movable deflection zone (104) with a predetermined curvature is formed. The invention provides that a bendable tubular envelope (110; 210 . . . 810), in particular a corrugated hose or corrugated tube, surrounds the chain links in the circumferential direction and between said two connectors (105, 107) in a continuous manner. The envelope is supported and entrained by at least some chain links (212; 312 . . . 812) and is sufficiently flexible for absorbing the predetermined curvature of the deflection zone (104) and for following the reciprocating movement thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to an energy guiding device for supply lines, such as cables, hoses and other lines, particularly for supplying machines in the offshore sector that are used under water, e.g. for supplying drill heads that essentially drill vertically downwards.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a cable assembly curvature limiter for limiting the curvature of a cable assembly in a transition from a vertical direction to a horizontal direction. The invention further concerns an offshore facility comprising the cable assembly curvature limiter and a method of suspending the cable assembly from an upper level of an offshore facility.

Abstract: A standpipe assembly to connect to a starter/generator housing includes a standpipe with a first end that sits within the housing and a second end that connects to the standpipe base; and one or more brackets to secure the standpipe to the housing. The housing includes a standpipe base formed integral to the housing.

Abstract: Described are various exemplary embodiments of a cable track monitoring system and method. In one embodiment, a monitoring system for a cable track is operatively mounted between an anchoring unit and a mobile unit in designating a deployable cabling path therebetween as the mobile unit travels relative to the anchoring unit. The system comprises a monitoring cable to be run within the cable track along the cabling path; and a sensor fixedly mountable relative to one of the anchoring unit and the mobile unit and operatively coupleable to the monitoring cable in sensing a tension variation therein as the mobile unit travels relative to the anchoring unit. The sensor is operable to monitor the tension variation during operation of the cable track.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide an installation part and a module, relating to the field of mechanical designs and capable of reducing the quantity of installation parts and increasing the efficiency of assembling and disassembling an article that needs to be installed. The installation part includes: a slot configured to be clamped with a hoop, where the hoop is configured to fix a pole part onto a pole together with the pole part; and a first screw hole configured to be connected to a conversion bracket, where the conversion bracket is configured to connect the pole part and an article that needs to be installed. The embodiments of the present invention are applied to the installation of modules.

Abstract: Conduit spacers useful in preparing duct banks with reduced electromagnetic fields (EMF) are disclosed. The conduit spacers are designed to maximize phase cancellation of EMF from a closely-spaced series of electric power cables placed in conduits supported underground by the conduit spacers. The spacers are also designed to minimize the EMF above ground by reducing the distance needed to bury the cables for a given EMF above ground. In one embodiment, the spacers place conduits adjacent one another for maximum cancellation of a single three-phase cable installation. In another embodiment, the spacers place conduits adjacent one another for maximum cancellation for a dual three-phase cable installation, including cross-phase cancellation, e.g., A-B-C and C-B-A.

Abstract: A support block for supporting objects on a roof is a molded elastomeric block with a substantially hollow core. The support block can be used as is or in a system whereby a galvanized steel channel is secured to the top wall of the block accommodating the mating of a variety of clamps. In some embodiments, the block is elongate and generally flat and supports a roof mounted object thereon when two or more blocks are supported parallel and spaced apart from one another with the object spanning between the blocks.

Abstract: A workstation services support structure (5) including a beam (14) supported at or near desk height on one or more legs (16) is described. The beam (14) includes one or more elongate mounting means (28, 34, 36) extending substantially along its length. Each elongate mounting means (28, 34, 36) corresponds to a zone (Zones 1 to 4) in which one or more accessories (40, 42, 44, 46) to support a workstation service can be movably mounted with respect of the beam to enable service delivery at a user selectable position within the zone. The support structure (5) includes a plurality of zones (Zones 1 to 4) that can be defined to be non-overlapping such that an accessory (40, 42, 44, 46) mounted within one zone does not interfere with an accessory mounted (40, 42, 44, 46) within another zone. Legs (1200), accessories (40, 42, 44, 46) and couplings (390) and systems (1) incorporating such elements are also described.

Abstract: A hose landing system kit for supporting a hose of a recreational vehicle which comprises a hose support, at least two pairs of stanchions, and at least two bolts, which stanchions act with said support to create channels for the hose. The channels are at least as tall as the height of the hose, and allow the hose to be supported therein with greater ease of placement than prior art methods.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a cable tray assembly for a drilling rig or other vertical structure. In one embodiment, an extendable cable tray assembly is provided for retractable attachment to a section of a mast of a drilling rig. The cable tray assembly includes an upper tray connected to the mast in a stationary relationship. A center tray has a pivot end pivotally connected to the mast, and an articulating end rotatable between a stowed position and a deployed position below, and offset to, the upper tray. A lower tray has an upper end and a lower end. The upper end is pivotally connected to the articulating end of the center tray. The lower tray is movable between a stowed position and a deployed position below, and offset to, the center tray. An actuator is provided such that extension and retraction of the actuator results in deployment and retraction of the cable tray assembly.

Abstract: A retainer for retaining an elongate flexible element on a support and comprising a perimeter wall defining an interior, with the perimeter wall having opposite ends each having end edges defining end openings. A capture slot extends between the opposite ends of the perimeter wall. The capture slot is defined by a pair of slot edges on the perimeter wall, and the slot edges extend from a first one of the end edges to a second one of the end edges. The capture slot extends along a convoluted path between the opposite ends that requires forming at least one bend in the flexible element to move the element through the capture slot and into the interior of the perimeter wall.

Abstract: A line pipe tray for supporting a line pipe has outer sidewalls operatively coupled to outer end walls, inner sidewalls operatively coupled to the inner end walls, and a bottom surface extending between the inner sidewalls and the inner end walls to form a basin. The tray can further include pipe saddles on the top edges of the end walls and sidewalls. The tray can further include a pour lip on the end wall pipe saddles, and a recess on the end walls for receiving a pail or fluid container. Lifting handles disposed through the end walls can further include a tab for hooking onto a pail or fluid container to keep it from slipping away when the tray is lifted and tilted to pour fluids from the basin into the pail or fluid container.

Abstract: A device and associated method for organizing lines comprising a base structure forming a channel with two sides, the two sides having a plurality of tabs and slots between the tabs for locating and supporting medical lines, the device including a cover structure for captivating the lines and further including a resilient structure for providing friction strain relief for the lines to relieve the full weight of the lines on the patient. The device accommodates a wide size range of different lines and allows break away tabs to further increase the size range accommodated. The structure may be cut or snapped to desired length at the point of use. The device and installed lines may be easily attached and detached from the bed allowing maximum patient mobility. The cover may be easily labeled to indicate each line. Variations may be adapted for sterilization or made for one-time use.

Abstract: A riser glove for shielding and/or sealing cables extending from a riser conduit includes a wrist portion sized for a sealing fit over the riser conduit, and a plurality of finger portions extending from the wrist portion. The finger portions taper from a widest section adjacent the wrist portion to a narrowest section at distal ends thereof. The finger portions include incremental indicators along lengths thereof corresponding to different cable gauges, respectively.

Abstract: A rigidizer and method for its use in supporting a tubular string during handling operations. The rigidizer includes upper and lower sleeves which pivotally open and close to clamp about the string. The upper and lower sleeves are rigidly connected by a number of structural telescopic legs that allow adjustment to different lengths for accommodating different strings. The rigidizer is installed on the string when the string is in a horizontal position and provides structural support to thin-walled components during upending and handling. Once the string is vertically oriented, the rigidizer is removed prior to being run into a marine riser or well.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mounting arrangement for mounting at least one electrical line on a structure, in particular of an aircraft or spacecraft, said mounting arrangement comprising: at least one module which comprises at least one terminal for connecting the electrical line; and a substantially U-shaped holder which comprises a central portion for mounting the electrical line for strain relief thereof and two side portions which are connected to the respective ends of the central portion and carry the central portion with spacing from the at least one module; the central portion of the holder having a changeable length.

Abstract: An outer periphery of a single core conductor having a round rod shape and configuring an electric wire is coated with an insulation film such as enamel, except for a partial conductor exposed part at an end portion of the single core conductor, an end portion of the single core conductor is inserted into a through-hole of a seal member made of an elastic material that is mounted to a waterproof casing with being closely contacted thereto, an inner periphery of the through-hole of the seal member is in close contact with an outer periphery of the coated insulation film, and a connection terminal is provided to the partial conductor exposed part at the end portion of the single core conductor.

Abstract: A cable protection and guide device is provided, which prevents abrasion of the cable skin of a cable or the like and holds the position of a multi joint link with high precision. The cable protection and guide device is characterized in that the multi-joint link includes a link member and a holding member attached to the link member for holding the cable. The holding member includes a cylindrical base portion and a holding portion formed integrally with the cylindrical base portion, wherein the cylindrical base portion is engaged with a circular through hole of the link member, and the holding portion extends outward from the cylindrical base portion in a multi joint link width direction and is bifurcated for holding the cable from two sides, i.e. multi-joint link flexional inner side and multi-joint link flexional outer side. The holding member is rotatable with respect to the link member.

Abstract: Described are various exemplary embodiments of a cable track monitoring system and method. In one embodiment, a monitoring system for a cable track is operatively mounted between an anchoring unit and a mobile unit in designating a deployable cabling path therebetween as the mobile unit travels relative to the anchoring unit. The system comprises a monitoring cable to be run within the cable track along the cabling path; and a sensor fixedly mountable relative to one of the anchoring unit and the mobile unit and operatively coupleable to the monitoring cable in sensing a tension variation therein as the mobile unit travels relative to the anchoring unit. The sensor is operable to monitor the tension variation during operation of the cable track.

Abstract: A device for managing cables for an information handling system may include a rigid but flexible body defining multiple cable retaining regions. Each of the multiple cable retaining regions may include a first portion shaped and sized to receive and retain a first type of cable having a first cross-sectional geometry, and a second portion shaped and sized to receive and retain a second type of cable having a second cross-sectional geometry different than the first cross-sectional geometry.

Abstract: A support for pipes uses a telescoping strut slidably holding an elongated insert with a threaded post extending outward from the insert, through a slot in the C-shaped cross-section of the struts. A bracket fits over the post and abuts supports opposing edges of the strut. A nut on the post clamps the parts immovably together. The bracket has a depending portion extending below the strut with an opening through which a pipe passes. Two threaded couplers with opposing ramped surfaces encircle the pipe and deform when tightened to clamp the pipe while also clamping opposing sides of the depending portion.

Abstract: A cable protection and guide device, which prevents abrasion of the cable skin of a cable or the like and holds the position of a multi-joint link with high precision, is provided. The multi-joint link includes a link member and a holding member attached to the link member for holding the cable. The holding member has a base part to be engaged with a link side locking part and a holding part that extends from the base part, wherein the base part and the holding part are integrally formed. One of the link side locking part and the base part includes a pair of locking concaves arranged in the multi-joint link width direction while the other one includes a pair of locking claws arranged in the multi-joint link width direction and extending in a link flexional inner-outer direction to be engaged with the locking concaves respectively.

Abstract: A wire fixing structure and a liquid crystal display device using the same, wherein the wire fixing structure comprises a base and a clamping portion extended from the base, a wire fixing ring is formed by an enclosure of the clamping portion and the base for a wire to be inserted into. Thereby, the wire can be fixed in the liquid crystal display device conveniently and securely by the present technology.

Abstract: The present invention relates to problems how to keep cable arrangement functional, or at least make the damage as little as possible, after being exposed to different types of mechanical overloads. The problems are solved by methods and arrangements in which the securing means and the contact material of the securing means are arranged so that the cable can slide through the securing means when it is exposed to mechanical overloads.

Abstract: A damping device includes a cylinder which is under pressure and which has a connection opening for a mount-on part which is fastened to an outer surface of the cylinder by means of an annular tensioning band element. The tensioning band element encircles the cylinder and the mount-on part on a circumferential region and, by its pretensioning, exerts a holding force on the mount-on part. The tensioning band element is underdimensioned in relation to the cross section of the cylinder and mount-on part and the distance between the two structural component parts and is expanded in a final mounting position in relation to a pre-mounting state in order to apply the pretensioning.

Abstract: A portable holder for an electric vehicle charger with an inline electronics module. The holder includes or defines a cavity, a first extension, a second extension, and a slot. The cavity is configured to receive the inline electronics module through an opening in the cavity. The first extension is arranged about a first side of the cavity. The second extension is arranged about a second side of the cavity opposite the first side. The first extension and the second extension cooperate to hold in place a vehicle cord connected to the inline electronics module when the vehicle cord is wrapped around the cavity. The slot is defined by the second extension and the cavity. The slot is configured to receive a power cord connected to the inline electronics module when the inline electronics module is inserted into the cavity.

Abstract: A mobile electronic device cord holder for securing device cords is provided. The cord holder includes a body with a channel extending lengthwise between the ends of the body, an access slot open to the top of the body and having a width whereby at least one electronic device cord is insertable and removable from the channel, a non-skid covering affixed to the channel to provide resistance to motion of the device cords through the channel, and a non-skid surface affixed to the base, whereby with electronic device cords positioned within the channel, the weight of the cord holder and the surface resistance of the base together provide resistance to motion so that the position of the cord holder and the electronic device cords is retained.

Abstract: A supporting and guiding device for power lines 2 is intended for use in association with an excavation tool 15 mounted on a drilling machine 1. The device is formed by at least one supporting branch 4, having spacer elements 3, wherein a cable 16 is inserted into at least one housing in said spacer 3, and at least one supply hose 22 for the at least one line 2. The supply hose 22 contains hydraulic hoses and/or electric cables for signal transmission. The device includes transversal connection elements or cross members 42 which are adapted to support supply hoses 22 and are connected to the branch 4. Cable 16 of branch 4 runs through each spacer 3; also, the same cable 16 is subject to a preload generated by the insertion of at least one tensioning element.

Abstract: An apparatus to support a cable is provided and includes a channel shaped track, in which the cable is retained, which is formed to define a plurality of pairs of holes on opposing sides of the track at substantially equal intervals and slots that each extend from respective tops of each of the holes to an exterior surface of the track, and a plurality of support members, each of which extends across the track and between at least a portion of adjacent pairs of the holes, to thereby be respectively positioned to prevent the cable from propagating toward the exterior surface of the track.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein comprise a cable system. The cable system has a plurality of cables and a plurality of cable hangers. The cable hangers are configured to support the plurality of cables in a building. The plurality of cable hangers have one or more cable supports configured to hold at least one of the plurality of cables and a support configured to couple the cable support to the building.

Abstract: A bracket supports the weight of stand-off standard-width rack-mount equipment and can collapse flat for storage or shipping. An embodiment comprises a back member along the bracket's mounting plane and two stand-off arms each having portions extending along the plane and extending normal to it. Each arm moveably attaches to permit positioning the arm when the bracket is not installed so as to decrease the arm's normal dimension, and each arm comprises at least one anchor permitting attachment to a supporting structure. Another embodiment concerns a method of installing a bracket with a back member and moveably connected stand-off arms, comprising moving each arm in a manner that increases the arm's extension in a direction normal to the mounting plane, and attaching to at least one supporting structure each stand-off arm at at least one anchor.

Abstract: A cable roller, a system and/or a method extend and/or retract a coiled cable. The cable roller, the system and/or the method secure an article to a fixture while allowing manipulation, testing and/or maneuvering of the article with respect to the fixture. A drum attaches to the fixture. The drum has a sleeve that rotates freely with respect to the central axis of the drum. A spring action of the coiled cable rotates the sleeve to extend and/or to retract the coiled cable from an underside of the fixture.

Abstract: A configurable mounting system for supporting plumbing conduits on a boom arm of an agricultural sprayer includes a mounting base and an elongated platform portion. The platform portion has a front face, a rear face, and opposing side faces, the front face forming a base interface. The mounting system also has at least one conduit bracket having a conduit retaining portion and a bracket interface configured to slidingly engage and lock with the base interface of the mounting base. The mounting system also has an extension member mounted on the distal end of the mounting base. The extension member forms an extension to the platform portion increasing an area capable of receiving conduit brackets. The mounting system also has a horizontal spacer positionable between the mounting base and the conduit bracket that increases the separation between the mounting base and plumbing mount.

Abstract: A cable support apparatus includes a flexible spine formed from a single piece of wire stock and a plurality of support members extending along a length of the flexible spine. Each of the support members is formed from a single piece of wire stock. The plurality of support members cooperate with one another to define a longitudinal passageway extending along a length of the flexible spine for retaining one or more cables therein. Each support member includes a body segment extending along and engaged to the flexible spine to define at least two attachment apertures therebetween.

Abstract: A plurality of wires are prevented from being damaged from contact with an edge of an end portion of a shield pipe through which the wires are inserted. A shield pipe through which a wire harness including a plurality of wires routed in a hybrid automobile or an electric automobile has partition walls separating the plurality of inserted wires one by one and projecting continuously in an axis direction of the pipe from an inner surface of a peripheral wall of a pipe main body. The partition walls corresponding to the number of wires inserted through the shield pipe are provided radially in a cross section. Each of the partition walls has at least one bending portion extending in the axis direction of the pipe.

Abstract: A cable tray accessory section adapted to combine two or more sections of a cable tray system. The cable tray accessory section includes a base and side walls adapted to removably combine with each other via a locking tab connection means. The ends of the accessory section combine with the cable tray sections by weaving flexible members between cross members of the tray sections.

Abstract: A cable tray apparatus is provided a people mover system such as a Sky Train or the like. The cable tray apparatus is made up of a plurality of identical cable trays which are secured together in an end-to-end relationship. The cable trays are selectively laterally horizontally adjustable with respect to one another and are selectively vertically adjustable with respect to one another to correspond to curves in the roadway of the system and to correspond to elevational changes in the roadway of the system.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a mat upon which can be placed an electronic device. A cable is routed through a channel that is at least partially inside the mat. One end of the cable connects to the electronic device while the other end can exit the mat through, for example, an opening in the mat's edge, or other opening. Multiple devices and cables can be accommodated. Figures provided herein illustrate different types of mat and channel designs. Other designs are possible.

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.

Abstract: The invention relates to a frame (1, 1a, 1b) for a cable penetration system. Said frame, which is used for receiving a plurality of bushes (20, 120, 220), comprises at least one strip (2, 12) that is arranged at a distance from the frame and is lower than the adjacent frame. Connection devices (3, 3?, 3?) suitable for receiving suitable mating pieces (23, 123, 223) for the connection devices are disposed on the strip (2, 12), the mating pieces being disposed on bushes (20, 120, 220). The connection devices (3, 3?, 3?) are arranged in such a way that bushes can be mounted in the frame essentially only in the direction normal to the frame. The invention further relates to a bush (20, 120, 220) for a cable penetration system. Said bush, which is to be received in a frame, comprises a main body, inside which a through-hole (21, 121, 221) is provided from a top side to a bottom side in the normal direction in order to receive a cable.

Abstract: An expansion joint is disclosed for a cable tray apparatus for a people mover system. An expansion joint is inserted or positioned between a pair of generally rectangular electrical cable trays having first and second ends. The cable trays are connected in an end-to-end relationship. The expansion joint has first and second ends and is positioned between the pair of cable trays so that the first end thereof is connected to the second end of the adjacent cable tray and so that the second end thereof is connected to the first end of the adjacent cable tray. The expansion joint includes body portions which are slidably movable towards one another or slidably movable away from one another to compensate for expansion and contraction of the cable tray apparatus.

Abstract: An organizer and/or wire management apparatus generally comprises an elongate support member having a channel and a resilient coaxial strip or member. The support member can additionally have holder attachments from one to a plurality according to user needs or desires. The holder attachments can be permanently joined or mutually engaged and disengaged with the use of a holder attachment mechanism and located according to user preference. The holder attachment mechanism can be joined to any kind of holder that can be supported by such mechanism and apparatus. The elongate support member can be supported in a variety of different orientations including but not limited to horizontally and vertically. Or, the elongate support can be in a freestanding arrangement to become an independent freestanding organizer or assist organizing in proximity of a structure such as a desk or entertainment center.

Abstract: There is provided a cable protection and guide member that requires no assembly, allows cables to be readily installed and steadily protected, and suppresses dust, flexion noise and flexion vibrations. The member can also maintain a straight position of the cable, can achieve a flexional movement of the cable smoothly with a small radius of flexion, and can block the cable from jumping out of a cable accommodating space. The member comprises the rectangular-tube like cable accommodating space composed of a belt-like inner circumferential wall portion and of a large number of arm-like holding portions that are formed integrally with both right and left edges of the belt-like inner circumferential wall portion. Side wall base end portions of the arm-like holding portions are integrally molded by two color molding by using synthetic resin softer than any of the portions.

Abstract: An apparatus for transporting a drag chain service loop comprising a frame, wherein said frame encloses the drag chain, and wherein said frame may be attached directly to a drilling rig mast while said drag chain remains enclosed therein.

Abstract: A pipe or like support moulded as a unitary item having a region of concertinaing, serpentine or otherwise longitudinally variable nature between end regions, for example having a longitudinally extensile linking region extending between at least a pair of the end regions the linking region can be of a concertina or serpentine type configuration. The end regions can both have passageways extending there through in a direction perpendicular to the axis of the pipe or like member to be supported.

Abstract: A cable management apparatus includes two mounting brackets, a cable management arm connected between the two mounting brackets and slidable vertically, and two elevating mechanisms. Each of the elevating mechanisms includes opposite sides respectively rotatably connected to one of the mounting brackets and abutting a bottom of the cable management arm. When the elevating mechanisms are rotated relative to the mounting brackets, the elevating mechanisms drive the cable management arm to slide vertically. The cable management arm defines a number of positioning holes. Each of the elevating mechanisms includes a locating pin to be operable to engage in one of the corresponding positioning holes to prevent the rotation of the elevating mechanisms.

Abstract: A the Modular Raceway System For Electrical Components is provided that includes horizontal members (10) to accommodate the attachment of trim (30), the attachment of vertical members (20) containing slots (22) for connecting the attachment brackets (40) and other brackets used to secure electronic devices (26) or other objects. Used as a means for concealing wiring (16) and minimizing the amount of holes required for wall (24) connection points in a finished room.

Abstract: A cable retention system for securing one or more cables or hoses to a structure or frame includes a base plate, a first sidewall, a second sidewall, a top plate and at least one modular block. The cable retention system is customizable such that additional cables may be added or removed to the system as needed.

Abstract: A fastening device for fixing lines in the engine compartment of a motor vehicle, in particular lines for the air conditioner. Fastening recesses are provided in the engine compartment, on which the fastening device can be anchored. The fastening device has a clip base for this purpose. A clip head is used for fastening the fastening device to the line. At least one of the fastening clips is situated so it is longitudinally movable on the compensating rail, so that the fastening device can be adapted to the installation situation.