Whereas the machines usually have installation times of three months due to their size and complexity, the new standardized machine’s specification allows for just three weeks. For this reason, it was vital the company chose the best possible suppliers.

The company used pre-harnessed cable carrier systems from igus® for the first time in the milling machine. Previously, there was a supplier for every different part - the cable carrier, continuous-flex cables, flexible hoses, guide troughs etc. - now everything is procured directly from one source in the form of a ReadyChain® complete system. Another advantage for is that the company only has to deal with one or two contacts if they have queries or problems of any sort. igus® takes responsibility for the complete system.

The cable carrier system used in the new milling machine consists of more than 8,000 individual parts, pre-harnessed and promptly delivered. However, this complex system has been reduced by igus® to just eight order numbers for the company.