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Connection technology reimagined: EKD Systems has been a permanent fixture of the HELUKABEL Group since the beginning of 2022, and will now operate under the name HELU Connectivity Solutions Haan GmbH. With this name change, the HELUKABEL website content has also been relocated.
Learn more about our expanded portfolio ranging from individual drag chains to custom-manufactured, complete solutions.
Energy Chain Solutions for Every Industry and Application
With almost five decades of experience, we are experts in developing custom-engineered plastic, hybrid, and steel drag chains for diverse industrial applications. From concept to final implementation, we provide complete solutions that seamlessly integrate cables, drag chains, and accessories. Our product range features self-supporting chains for short travel paths, gliding models, and rolling systems designed for long distances and heavy dynamic loads. Special glide blocks are used to reduce wear, and our robust trough systems ensure precise and stable chain guidance.
Our mission:
To keep connections moving. Our drag chains deliver flexible application options, smooth performance, optimal cable protection, and maximum efficiency across all use cases.
What Sets Our Drag Chains Apart
- Exceptional quality and operational reliability: Constructed from high-quality materials and tested under stringent protocols, our drag chains are built to withstand the toughest environments. Our high vertical integration and state-of-the-art production facilities enable us to develop custom-tailored solutions — from prototypes to large-scale manufacturing — while maintaining the highest level of quality across every unit.
- Custom solutions for demanding applications: Every application presents its own challenges. With our comprehensive range of plastic, hybrid, and steel drag chains, we provide customised solutions tailored to specific industry needs — from robotics and factory automation to heavy-duty and offshore environments.
- Cross-industry applications: Our drag chains are engineered for use across a wide range of industries — including machine tooling, material handling and lifting systems, paper and textile machinery, outdoor crane installations, and offshore operations.
- Fast delivery and full on-site support: Thanks to our global logistics network and advanced production capabilities, we ensure fast delivery — making us the ideal partner for time-critical projects. From selecting and planning the right solution to on-site installation and commissioning, our systems are available worldwide with dependable service.
Energy Chain Expertise
Drag chains, also called energy or cable chains, are flexible duct systems used in a wide variety of applications to transmit energy and signals from a stationary source to a moving target.
They protect cables and wires from abrasion, wear, and damage caused by motion, vibration, or environmental influences. By organising cables and wires efficiently, drag chains enhance the performance and reliability of machines and systems. Typical industrial uses include mechanical engineering, automation, robotics, and material handling.
Explore our extensive range of drag chains in various sizes, materials, and designs, engineered to fulfill the demands of your specific application.
Plastic Drag Chains
Our plastic drag chains are designed for light to medium loads and are widely used in automation, robotics, and mechanical engineering. They stand out due to their lightweight construction, durability, corrosion resistance, and excellent flexibility — making them ideal for dynamic applications. Compared to steel chains, plastic drag chains operate more quietly, cost less, and are easier to install.
HELUCHAIN® PLASTIC LINK 2-KL
HELUCHAIN® PLASTIC LINK 2-KL
The PLASTIC LINK 2-KL is a cost-effective cable guide designed for light mechanical engineering applications. Its integrated plastic connectors eliminate the need for additional mounting components, simplifying installation.
This cable drag chain is commonly used in robotics, handling and conveyor systems, paper processing equipment, textile machinery, and other industrial applications.
HELUCHAIN® PLASTIC LINK 4-PK
HELUCHAIN® PLASTIC LINK 4-PK
The PLASTIC LINK 4-PK integrates all the key benefits of plastic cable routing into one flexible system. This modular combination chain can be extended, shortened, widened, elevated, or closed — all without the use of tools.
Its broad application range includes robotics, handling technology, intralogistics, machine tools, textile equipment, and more.
HELUCHAIN® PLASTIC LINK 4-45
HELUCHAIN® PLASTIC LINK 4-45
With the HELUCHAIN PLASTIC LINK 4-45, HELUKABEL introduces a high-performance energy chain designed for maximum robustness and lateral stability. The system features a comfortable opening mechanism and modular interior separators that can be adjusted both vertically and horizontally. The polygon-optimized design ensures exceptionally smooth operation.
This makes the PLASTIC LINK 4-45 the perfect choice for demanding tasks in mechanical engineering, intralogistics, material handling, indoor cranes, and the packaging sector.
HELUCHAIN® PLASTIC LINK 1-PF
HELUCHAIN® PLASTIC LINK 1-PF
The PLASTIC LINK 1-PF is a plastic conduit designed for short travel distances. Its closed construction ensures a neat appearance, while the tube can be easily extended or shortened as needed.
Typical applications include machine tools, welding systems, sheet metal processing, and more.
Alongside our extensive range of proven, high-quality standard systems, HELUKABEL also provides custom-built energy chains tailored precisely to your requirements. This enables us to support even the most complex or unconventional applications — reliably and efficiently.
Send us your specific request — our experts are ready to offer full professional guidance.
Steel Drag Chains
As a trusted manufacturer of steel and stainless steel cable drag chains, we deliver high-performance solutions built to withstand the toughest conditions. Our chains are engineered for durability and reliability — especially in extreme environments such as drilling and mining operations. When your demands are at their peak, our energy chains deliver consistent, dependable performance.
HELUCHAIN® STEEL LINK 4-SL
HELUCHAIN® STEEL LINK 4-SL
The versatile STEEL LINK 4-SL is available in standard, stainless, and hardened steel versions. A wide selection of web options — including perforated, foam, tubular, or plastic intermediate designs — ensures maximum adaptability.
Typical areas of application include machine tools, the food industry (stainless steel), rolling mills, custom machinery, mining, and offshore environments. We also offer pre-assembled energy chains tailored to your needs – our specialists are here to assist you.
HELUCHAIN® STEEL LINK 4-GK
HELUCHAIN® STEEL LINK 4-GK
Built for demanding conditions, the STEEL LINK 4-GK handles large cable and hose bundles with ease — even those with oversized diameters. With self-supporting spans of up to 18 meters and versions available in V4A stainless steel, this chain is ideal for heavy-duty use.
It is perfectly suited for use in large-scale industrial environments, such as heavy machinery, rolling mills, offshore platforms, steel plants, and more.
HELUCHAIN® STEEL LINK 1-SF
HELUCHAIN® STEEL LINK 1-SF
Designed for harsh environments, the STEEL LINK 1-SF offers reliable protection with its fully enclosed steel housing — shielding cables and hoses from hot chips, welding beads, and flying sparks. Especially well-suited for low-speed, short-travel applications such as machine tools and custom machinery.
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Hybrid Drag Chains
Engineered for performance, hybrid drag chains bring together the flexibility of plastic with the strength of metal. They provide a strong balance of flexibility and structural stability, along with low weight, high abrasion and corrosion resistance, and excellent chemical durability. These features make them ideal for demanding applications in automation, mechanical engineering, and robotics.
HELUCHAIN® HYBRID LINK 4-PL
HELUCHAIN® HYBRID LINK 4-PL
The HYBRID LINK 4-PL chain features a plastic body with aluminium bars, offering a lighter and more cost-effective alternative to steel chains. When guided in a channel, it can operate in a sliding setup for travel distances of up to 100 meters.
Typical applications include machine tools, handling systems, conveyor and lifting equipment, and more.
