KABELSCHLEPP Metool presents new TKHP series for heavy-duty applications

(See KABELSCHLEPP Metool at Machine Building North, 10 April 2025, on stand 69)

The cable carriers are available in the specifications 85 and 90 with two different inner heights - gliding, rolling, or with innovative roller damping.

"We designed the new TKHP for reliable and efficient cable routing in high-performance applications with travel lengths up to 1 500 meters in rough conditions," explains Peter Putz, Vice President Marketing and Innovation at TSUBAKI KABELSCHLEPP. "The areas of application include port cranes and the transport of bulk materials. The cable carriers can absorb a high level of force. They are highly durable and dirt-resistant and their special design elements protect the inserted cables in complex environments."

The TKHP series (HP stands for 'high performance') is available in three variants: gliding, rolling (R), and rolling with roller damping (RSD). With an inner height of either 58 mm (TKHP 85) or 92 mm (TKHP 90) and variable widths thanks to 1-mm increments, the series can be flexibly adapted to virtually any installation situation.

Strong to the last detail

The performance of the TKHP is based on a clever design concept: The symmetrically positioned longitudinal axis, for example, ensures optimum force transmission in the cable carrier system and a reduction of the torques occurring in the cable carrier turning point. The encapsulated stroke system, the dirt-resistant and self-cleaning outer contour, and the reinforced pin hole connection meet the highest requirements in terms of robustness. The solid sidebands with bolted chain links and a special double-fork and tab design also support the sturdiness of the TKHP.

"The new TKHP series places a special focus on durability," stresses Peter Putz. "We optimize this with the right materials, numerous intelligent features in the cable carrier design, and a sustainable service concept for the product. The design aspects include wear-free damping in the stroke system and aluminium opening stays that are gentle on the cables and resistant to seawater."

Roller damping for optimal smooth running

Thanks to the polygon-optimised outer contour, an integrated brake, and the virtually gap-free running faces, the cable carriers are not only highly durable, but also particularly quiet. The small pitches of 85 or 90 mm also support the lower noise emissions.

The smooth running of the cable carriers is also promoted by the innovative roller damping that is used in the TKHP 85-RSD and TKHP 90-RSD types. The damping lowers the mechanical load when the carrier moves over the rollers by up to 50 %. This reduces not only noise, but also wear.

"The roller damping is a real game changer - without additional mechanical parts like bolts or springs," explains Peter Putz one of the USPs of the new cable carriers. "This reduces complexity while increasing reliability." The 'grip grooves' on the running faces are another clever detail. These ensure that the rollers have optimum grip even in environments with fine dust, for example in cement or coal plants. This makes one-sided wear caused by blocked rollers a thing of the past.