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chainflex® cables for use in the offshore industry
chainflex® cables with "DNV" approval and NEK 606 MUD-resistant approval for maritime use
To allow cables to be used for moving applications on ships and offshore applications without the need for time-consuming and cost-intensive special approvals, igus® GmbH and the DNV classification company developed a new test procedure.
As a result, a total of 387 chainflex® cables from igus® have now received type approval for permanent movement in e-chains®.
This makes them the first cables in the world specifically for applications in energy chains to receive this approval.
Would you like more information about our cables? Our experts will be happy to get in touch with you.
Approvals & standards
The importance of the approvals & standards for chainflex cables
In challenging environments like offshore and marine applications, the reliability and durability of your cables is essential. This is where the MUD NEK 606 and DNV approvals and standards come into play.
These ensure your cables meet the best performance and safety requirements.
Why are these standards and approvals so important?
Both the NEK 606 MUD-resistant and DNV are available in most of our PUR jackets, which means this range of cable are equipped to handle the challenges of offshore applications.
We also offer other cables which are DNV-GL approved in our TPE range.
MUD-resistant according to NEK 606
The NEK 606 MUD-resistant standard is a Norwegian technical specification designed for the marine and offshore industry. It covers a range of cables that are MUD- resistant, meaning they can withstand exposure to hydrocarbon-laden drilling mud used in offshore drilling operations.
This resistance is key because drilling mud can have detrimental effects on the cable, which could ultimately lead to cable failures and safety hazzards.
Cables which comply with the NEK 606 standard are tested on their ability to last in harsh conditions with extended exposure to mud at high temperatures.
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Whitepapers
The rolling energy chain for long travels and heavy duty
The newest generation of the P4.1 rol e-chain with a smart sensor
The roller energy chain has been the tried-and-tested energy supply for long travels for about 20 years. Besides the successful design that distinguishes all of our linear energy chain systems, stainless steel rollers are added, which upgrade the energy chain to energy supply for heavy-duty applications. As the energy chain rolls and does not glide, it runs quietly and with low vibration. Wear is significantly lower than for designs without rollers, and the power needed for movement is also lower by as much as 57%.
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