Nexans RHEYFLAT®-N vs. (N)GFLGöu: Which Flat Cable Is More Suitable for Indoor Overhead Crane Festoon Systems?
In indoor overhead crane (bridge crane) installations, flat festoon cables serve as the lifeline that delivers electrical power and control signals from a fixed junction point to the moving crane bridge or trolley. Two cable designations frequently appear in procurement specifications across Europe and Asia: the Nexans-branded RHEYFLAT®-N NGFLGOEU-J and the generic-designation (N)GFLGöu (also written NGFLGöu or NGFLGOEU). Although both designations ultimately trace back to the same DIN VDE construction philosophy, meaningful differences in material formulation, quality control, and brand-specific optimizations can influence service life, maintenance intervals, and total cost of ownership.