Igu's High-Performance Cables Adopted for "Tokyo Aqua Symphony," One of the World's Largest Fountains
igus K.K.'s high-performance cable carrier system "e-loop" and flexible cables "chainflex" have been adopted for "Tokyo Aqua Symphony," one of the world's largest fountains, located in Odaiba Marine Park. Their proven track record in harsh environments like ports, along with their UV and weather resistance, were highly evaluated. This fountain, controlled by igus's technology, opened in March 2026.
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igus K.K. (Sumida-ku, Tokyo, hereinafter "igus") is pleased to announce that its high-performance cable carrier system "e-loop" and flexible cables "chainflex" have been adopted for "Tokyo Aqua Symphony," one of the world's largest fountains, which will become a new landmark in the Rinkai Fukutoshin (Waterfront Sub-center). The company's technology for cable protection and cables, which has a proven track record in harsh environments such as ports, was highly evaluated for its safety and reliability.
"Tokyo Aqua Symphony," one of the world's largest fountains (provided by Tokyo Metropolitan Government)
"Tokyo Aqua Symphony," one of the world's largest fountains
This fountain, built in Odaiba Marine Park (Minato-ku, Tokyo), boasts a height of 150 meters and a width of 250 meters, making it one of the largest in the world. It jets water higher than the Rainbow Bridge (tower height 126 meters), offering a show that integrates music and light.
igus's flexible cables "chainflex" and cable protection conduits "e-loop" were adopted for the cables and cable protection conduits that control this fountain. Their UV resistance and weather resistance, making them robust in coastal environments, were highly valued. Tokyo Aqua Symphony opened in March 2026.
Click here for the official Tokyo Aqua Symphony website > Tokyo Aqua Symphony
What is the modular cable protection conduit "e-loop"?
An e-loop installed to protect the cables that control the fountain.
"e-loop" is a product developed for cable guidance in extremely harsh environments, such as the oil and gas industry and offshore wind power generation. In such environments, conventional wiring methods frequently faced problems like cable twisting, wear, and breakage, leading to long downtimes and high repair costs.
To solve these problems, e-loop adopts the following design:
* A structure controlled by an optimal bending radius prevents cables from bending excessively, suppressing breakage and wear.
* High-strength composite ropes distribute tensile forces on the cables, ensuring the stability of the entire structure.
* Uses high-performance polymer cable carriers with excellent impact and vibration resistance.
* Modular design allows for unit-by-unit replacement, significantly improving maintainability.
* Passed over 170,000 cycle tests, demonstrating durability equivalent to approximately 4.5 years of operation in top drive applications.
For this fountain, its high durability in harsh coastal environments exposed to seawater and sea breeze, and its ability to cope with irregular wave movements and tidal fluctuations with a 360-degree rotating mechanism, were highly evaluated.
igus will continue to develop sustainable and reliable industrial solutions by leveraging its motion plastics (polymer components for moving applications) technology.
"Tokyo Aqua Symphony," one of the world's largest fountains (provided by Tokyo Metropolitan Government)
"Tokyo Aqua Symphony," one of the world's largest fountains
This fountain, built in Odaiba Marine Park (Minato-ku, Tokyo), boasts a height of 150 meters and a width of 250 meters, making it one of the largest in the world. It jets water higher than the Rainbow Bridge (tower height 126 meters), offering a show that integrates music and light.
igus's flexible cables "chainflex" and cable protection conduits "e-loop" were adopted for the cables and cable protection conduits that control this fountain. Their UV resistance and weather resistance, making them robust in coastal environments, were highly valued. Tokyo Aqua Symphony opened in March 2026.
Click here for the official Tokyo Aqua Symphony website > Tokyo Aqua Symphony
What is the modular cable protection conduit "e-loop"?
An e-loop installed to protect the cables that control the fountain.
"e-loop" is a product developed for cable guidance in extremely harsh environments, such as the oil and gas industry and offshore wind power generation. In such environments, conventional wiring methods frequently faced problems like cable twisting, wear, and breakage, leading to long downtimes and high repair costs.
To solve these problems, e-loop adopts the following design:
* A structure controlled by an optimal bending radius prevents cables from bending excessively, suppressing breakage and wear.
* High-strength composite ropes distribute tensile forces on the cables, ensuring the stability of the entire structure.
* Uses high-performance polymer cable carriers with excellent impact and vibration resistance.
* Modular design allows for unit-by-unit replacement, significantly improving maintainability.
* Passed over 170,000 cycle tests, demonstrating durability equivalent to approximately 4.5 years of operation in top drive applications.
For this fountain, its high durability in harsh coastal environments exposed to seawater and sea breeze, and its ability to cope with irregular wave movements and tidal fluctuations with a 360-degree rotating mechanism, were highly evaluated.
igus will continue to develop sustainable and reliable industrial solutions by leveraging its motion plastics (polymer components for moving applications) technology.