East Providence, RI -- — Igus® Inc., the developer of industry-leading Energy Chain® cable carriers, offers “zipper” Energy Chain Systems® to facilitate fast and easy access to cables and hoses. Unlike typical Energy Chains which are usually built with side links and crossbars, “zipper chains” are built with interconnected lids which can be pulled back like a zipper. Each lid pulls on its predecessor removing the top section of the Energy Chain in one uniform piece: as much–or as little–as needed, and at any point along the carrier..

“Zipper chains” are designed to be opened and closed quickly, so that removing or replacing a cable or hose is simple and easy. If an application requires a long travel, the cables do not have to be snaked through, but can be laid out along the cable carrier in their compartment. This is especially handy when using cables with preassembled connectors.