For many years overhead cranes have been powered by means of festooning systems and conductor bars. Today more modern alternatives are available like Cavotec Power Chains. Advantages are;
·Reduces cable length and weight by more than 50%
·Allows trolley speeds exceeding 200 m/min
·Allows separation of power and control cables
·Allows any combination of cables, hoses and fibre optic cables
·Low and easy maintenance