Components for SRU & shuttle systems

Storage systems must work reliably, often around the clock. In order to store and retrieve loads quickly, transfer trolleys (also called cross transfer or shifting trolleys), shuttle systems and storage and retrieval units (SRU) are used in high-bay warehouses and automated small parts warehouses. For the safe supply of signal and energy and trouble-free movement of these systems, igus® offers maintenance-free and durable energy chains, cables and bearing components.

Our energy supply systems are developed for horizontal and vertical movements with high dynamics, require little installation space and ensure greater energy efficiency thanks to their lightweight construction.

Maximum system availability with the right cable

Reliable and stable data and energy transmission are essential to ensure a seamless flow of materials in high-bay warehouses and distribution centres. These systems must perform consistently at high speeds and under demanding conditions.

This is where chainflex cables, combined with the appropriate energy chain, provide a dependable solution, delivering long-lasting performance and minimising downtime in dynamic warehouse applications.

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More about the energy chain: Guidelok slimline P

Selected igus® products for SRUs & shuttle systems

e-chain autoglide 5 for SRUs and shuttle systems

Energy chain with steel cable floor guide

Energy, data, air and liquids in one system
4m/s speed, 80m travel
88% shorter assembly time compared to aluminium trough
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e-chain guidelite ECO for SRUs and shuttle systems

Vertical guide trough for smallest installation spaces

The top alternative to busbar systems
Very light - made of solid iglidur® material
Very safe – no exposed electrical conductors
Very cost-effective acquisition and installation
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Vertical guide trough options/ systems

For hanging systems up to 50m
Easy access for servicing
Up to 80% trough and save costs and weight
Other material options available
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Cables for motion

Developed for maximum load
Suitable for very tight bend radii and cold and abrasive environments
Up to 36-month chainflex® guarantee
A range of cable options available
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Made to measure

1 connector module instead of many individual connectors
Up to 50% lighter than conventional rectangular connectors
100 plug inserts to choose from
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dry-tech bearing technology: linear bearings, plain bearings, slewing ring bearings, spherical bearings

Lubrication-free bearing technology

igubal® spherical bearings
drylin® linear guides
iglidur® plain bearings
iglidur PRT slewing ring bearings
xiros® ball bearings
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Avoid bearing failure with smart plastics

smart plastics enhance reliability in logistics. Their intelligent sensor technology reports the condition and recommended maintenance dates of products such as energy chains and cables.
Your benefits

Reduce maintenance costs and eliminate unplanned downtime
Extended service life and increased plant efficiency
Save time – faster detection of the reason for anomalies

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Successfully in use by our customers

guidelok slimline P in storage systems from SIVAplan GmbH & Co. KG

After the testing phase, SIVAplan takes the guidelok system to series production

SIVAplan GmbH & Co. KG uses our energy supply systems to save weight and assembly time. It purchases the guidelok slimline P energy supply systems as readychains. This means that the e-chains are delivered ready-to-install with durable chainflex cables.

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Maintenance-free e-chain for SRU lanes at Gebhardt Intralogistics

For a automatic small parts warehouse storage and retrieval unit, the Gebhardt Intralogistics Group uses the autoglide 5 energy chain instead of a busbar system. The system has no guide trough, so it saves space on the hall floor. It also reduces cleaning effort and eliminates maintenance.

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Find more successful applications and other success stories...

Where are our energy chains and cables used for horizontal or vertical travel in storage and retrieval units? Here is a selection of customer applications. We also show how our products are used in other areas of material handling such as in forklifts, AGVs, and conveyor belts.