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Tech up & Cost down
motion plastics for the
oil and gas industry

Moving energy supply systems that function under extreme conditions

Dirt, saltwater, vibrations, extreme temperatures, high levels of mechanical stress and the risk of explosion are the most frequently occurring problems that impair the performance of drilling equipment and other devices used for oil and gas extraction. In such surroundings, where downtime is costly, the energy chains from igus® offer the performance characteristics needed to ensure smooth and continuous operation.

Benefits of igus products:

Systems supplier for complete systems
100% corrosion-free, resistant to seawater and heavy duty tested
Maintenance-free for 24/7 use
Longer service life, e.g. compared to steel chains and service loops
Weight-saving of up to 70% compared with steel chains
Lower costs and increase safety of equipment

New products in 2021

6 new products in 2 minutes

A video of our highlights for the oil and gas industry

This year, we are launching 168 innovations. Industry Manager Tim Schneebeck will present the top news for the oil and gas industry in just two minutes. This includes the new cable package for top drive systems in the e-loop:

Harmonisation with all components of TopDrive for optimum fit in connector and chain
Reduction of costs by approx. 35% due to waiving the need to manufacture one-off products for projects

Find out more about chainflex CFSPECIAL

Alternative to the service loop | New size 430

e-loop

Opening and closing completely without tools

E4Q e-chain

View all new products in 2021

Go to news overview

Curious about more innovations? You can find the news overview here.

Modular e-loop energy chain system

The alternative to the service loop to guide cables safely in hanging applications. Ideal for three-dimensional applications.

Combines the advantages of a plastic energy chain with those of a high-strength pull rope.
Inside the chain, the pull rope transfers the tensile forces to the mounting brackets and the structure. As a result, the cables are kept completely free of strain.
Convenient: individual cables can be replaced.

More information about the e-loop

Application areas

Catwalks

Top drives

Pipe handler

BOP handling cranes

motion plastics for oil and gas industry

Robust and up to 70% lighter than steel
Special interior separation system prevents parts from falling out
Modular design

e-chain® series E4.1

Tried and tested for heavy loads up to 650kg/m
Also suitable for use with cantilever skids
Up to 50% lighter than steel chains

e-chain® series E4.350

Cables always in reach
Tensile forces of up to 187kN possible
Cable protection in extremely adverse conditions

Offshore chain OSC

Ready-to-connect cables, also with EX-connectors
Tested according to industry standards

Harnessed cables

95% less harnessing time
Reduce assembly time
Plug & play solutions, e.g. for top drives

Harnessed energy chain systems

Rotation systems with up to 900° rotation
Easy integration into the customer's structure
Extended system guarantee possible

RBR rotating energy supply

The huge motion plastics sample box

Trying things out made easy: with the igus corner, you always have the most recent motion plastics that are suited for your individual industry sector at hand.

We will bring the display to you, assemble it upon request and fill the compartments with the products of your choice. Or you can set it up yourself. As a permanent exhibition or for a limited period of time.

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Predictive maintenance

More safety with smart plastics

Smart plastics, intelligent e-chains, or plain and linear bearings report the maintenance date during operation and integrate seamlessly into your processes.

Reduce maintenance costs
Eliminate unplanned downtime
Extend service life
Improve equipment efficiency
Save time - faster detection of the reason for anomalies

Tech up and cost down with smart plastics

White paper

High-performance polymer solutions for drilling rigs

The flexibility of polymers has made energy chains and energy supply systems a valued asset in the oil and gas industry. What are the advantages of igus energy supply systems in top drive systems? What differentiates them from other solutions, such as festoons or service loops?

Download e-loop white paper now

Energy chain solutions in drilling rigs

igus energy chains used in a drilling rig

Use of igus energy chains in land drilling rigs

Complete solutions for limited installation space in robot-controlled drilling systems

What is the fastest way to replace cables in e-loops? Heavy duty for e-chains - what does that actually mean? You can find interesting contributions about our products in the oil and gas industry in the igus blog.

Take a look now!