Steel remains – energy chains for extreme challenges

When the going gets tough, Tsubaki Kabelschlepp relies on steel. The S/SX series energy chains can withstand extreme conditions – they are reliable, durable, and well-designed. They prove their worth in situations where heat, dirt, high loads, and mechanical stress push other systems to their limits. In addition, the steel chains contribute to sustainability and resource conservation in everyday industrial use.

The S/SX series energy chains from Tsubaki Kabelschlepp have been regarded as an indispensable solution for particularly tough applications in industry for decades. In rolling mills, on offshore platforms, in drilling rigs, or in the chemical industry, they perform reliably even under conditions that quickly push other systems to their limits.

“Steel is not a nostalgic commitment, but a technically and ecologically sensible decision,” emphasizes Werner Eul, Head of Industry & Product Management at Tsubaki Kabelschlepp. “We see many applications in which our steel chains have been in use for decades. This longevity is an underestimated contribution to sustainability – without any marketing label.”

Robust technology, durable construction

The S/SX series chain belts are made of galvanized steel or – for particularly aggressive environments – stainless steel. In combination with sturdy aluminum bar variants, they offer a resistant, maintenance-free solution for a wide range of applications. Due to the high strength of the material, steel chains can be used to create more compact designs that allow significantly longer unsupported lengths for the same space requirements – with payloads of several hundred kilograms per meter.

Steel chains can also withstand extreme temperatures: galvanized versions can withstand up to 400°C for short periods, while stainless steel chains can withstand up to 1,000°C. This makes them suitable for use in industrial furnaces, foundries, electroplating plants, and power stations. The portfolio also includes UV- and seawater-resistant models for offshore use.

No oil, no wear, no waste

Another plus point: the S/SX series energy chains are completely maintenance-free – they require neither lubricants nor regular adjustments. A specially developed, open stop system with a self-cleaning effect reduces dirt adhesion and prevents wear-related failures – a design that is essential, especially in adverse environmental conditions. And when the end of its service life is reached, steel remains true to form: the chains can be almost completely recycled.

From boreholes to aerial work platforms

The requirements for energy supply systems are as diverse as the industry itself. The S/SX series offers a wide range of sizes and variants that can be adapted to specific application conditions as required. Tsubaki Kabelschlepp thus not only remains true to its tradition, but also consistently develops it further – adapted to modern requirements, but with the proven properties of a material that has never lost its relevance