Video of the Week - e-rover for automated coupling of e-chains for RTG cranes
26/01/2015 igus UK Ltd
Energy chain specialist igus® has developed its new e-rover carrying system for Rubber Tyre Gantry (RTG) cranes. The e-rover provides a safe and secure means of switching the RTG from diesel to electrical power, helping to drastically reduce fuel costs at ports and harbours. Thanks to the innovative use of igus®' e-chains®, the e-rover is capable of carrying up to three different types of media, including electrical power and data, fibre optic cables, and fluids.The e-rover ensures that no manual connection is required, thanks to the automatic coupling and uncoupling of the e-rover to the energy chains. The self-aligning system also ensures a risk free connection. An internal mechanism allows the e-rover to compensate for horizontal and vertical offsets, ensuring the e-rover provides the RTG with an uninterrupted connection.
To watch a video of the e-rover in progress, please click here: www.igus.co.uk/e-rover.
For more information, please contact:
igus®
Caswell Road
Brackmills
Northampton
NN4 7PW
Tel: +44 1604 677240
Fax: +44 1604 677245
Email: sales@igus.co.uk
Web: www.igus.co.uk
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