igus Wins American Society of Mechanical Engineers Award for Groundbreaking e-loop Cable Management System
e-loop Named Winner of Prestigious ASME Annual Woelfel Best Mechanical Engineering Achievement Award
igus®, a global leader in motion plastics and innovative cable management solutions, is proud to announce that its e-loop® modular cable carrier has been selected as the winner of the 2025 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Woelfel Best Mechanical Engineering Achievement (BMEA) Award. The award was officially presented at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) on May 6, 2025, in Houston, TX, at the igus booth #3565.
The e-loop represents a groundbreaking advancement in cable management technology for dynamic hanging applications in demanding industries such as oil and gas, wind energy, and construction. This innovative product integrates high-performance polymer energy chains with a robust composite rope, significantly enhancing operational safety, reliability, and sustainability.
Traditional service loops commonly used in top drive systems, construction machines, oil platforms, and wind turbines face challenges such as cable fatigue due to undefined bend radii, vulnerability to extreme weather conditions, and lengthy downtime during repairs. The e-loop effectively addresses these issues through its modular construction, defined bend radius, and weather-resistant materials, collectively improving system durability, reducing maintenance downtime, and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
"We are honored to receive the ASME Best Mechanical Engineering Achievement Award," said Felix Brockmeyer, CEO of igus Inc. "This recognition underscores our commitment to engineering solutions that provide tangible improvements in safety, reliability, and sustainability for our customers operating in challenging environments."
The e-loop's modular design allows for individual component replacement without dismantling the entire system, reducing downtime and lifecycle costs. It features a high-strength composite rope to relieve strain on cables, robust outer protection against impacts and vibrations, and adaptability for various mounting options. Extensive testing demonstrated the e-loop's exceptional durability, withstanding over 170,000 cycles-equivalent to approximately 4.5 years of top drive service life.
This award highlights igus's ongoing dedication to developing advanced materials and mechanical engineering solutions that address critical operational challenges. The e-loop has quickly established itself as a superior alternative to traditional cable management systems by enhancing operational reliability and reducing maintenance requirements.
OTC attendees are invited to stop by the igus booth #3565 to experience the award-winning e-loop firsthand and learn more about its applications and benefits.
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