Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Roller Chain",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Transmission roller chain offers longer life from
Wyko, an Eriks Company, which we summarised at the time by saying "Transmission roller chain has solid rollers, manufactured to achieve an extremely high surface hardness, and to ensure high wear resistance in hostile environments as well as
improving chain life".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Coated roller chains take high loads from
Iwis-Flexon: "Roller chains are coated to significantly reduce the surface coefficient of friction within the chain link and offer a high load bearing capacity, wear-resistance and resistance to chemicals".
In July 2007, we covered the news from Igus (UK)
concerning its Energy chains at Hannover Fair
- take a look at Energy chain systems are quieter and more compact
which says: "Energy chain systems developments include compact size, easy assembly, higher speeds and increased wear resistance and the supplier has introduced introduced inductive and wireless data transmission".
Take a look also at the news release from Iwis-Flexon, Corrosion-resistant roller chain beats humidity,
as well as Acquisition delivers roller chain to the UK from Iwis-Flexon,
and Chain conveyor brakes for pallet accumulation from Excel Automation.
See also:
Chain, gearboxes and couplings on show
(March 2007)
Renold, will be showing its range of chain, gearboxes and couplings at the Hannover Messe, including its roller chain range as well as a selection of conveyor chain, and customised chains
Chain lubricant and service saves downtime
(December 2006)
A UK site of a major global confectionery manufacturer saved over GBP 48,000 in one outage in parts alone and helped increase throughput by eliminating lubrication- attributable downtime
Latest roller chain offers 100% more wear life
(November 2006)
A 'seventh generation' ANSI standard chain employs an innovative bushing system that greatly improves internal lubrication and extends wear life by 100%
Machines roller chain is maintenance-free
(October 2006)
A truly maintenance-free roller chain satisfies the very testing demands of production machines and plant that run continuously at full capacity
Maintenance-free roller chains have long life
(July 2006)
Maintenance-free Megalife roller chains have improved wear-resistance and durability, achieved through thermo-chemical treatment of its pins, guaranteeing a long lifespan
Careful selection aims at 100% chain reliability
(June 2006)
Selecting the correct chain is key to transmission component reliability, says Chris Rice, and by taking all factors into account, a reliability figure of 100% is achievable
Stainless chain for packaging
(June 2006)
'RexPlus' is one of the new generation chains from Rexnord
Brochures detail power transmission chains
(May 2006)
Renold has published new brochures, which give detailed information for each of its big three power transmission chain brands, Renold Synergy, Renold Syno and A and S
Careful selection needed to identify right chain
(May 2006)
Getting best use modern chain needs careful selection warns manufacturer, and says too many engineers select chain using wrong criteria resulting in premature wear, or even failure
Food manufacturer standardises roller chains
(April 2006)
After comparing various makes of roller chain on its processing lines, a Scottish potato processor is standardising on one supplier whose products offer longer life and lower maintenance costs
Drive and conveyor chains offer extra strength
(April 2006)
Conforming to the ISO 606 and DIN 8187 standards, and with their excellent price:performance ratio, sturdy drive and conveyor chains are ideal for all standard applications
Roller chains cope with space limitations
(February 2006)
A roller chain reduces maintenance and lubrication requirements without the usual high cost and suits applications where access is difficult or the risk of product contamination is not permitted
News on the Roller chain selection from Renold Chain
(February 2006)
With a database of over 400 roller chain solutions and 11 different product types, easy-to-use software selects chain based on factors such as an application's environment and power requirements
Rubber synchronous belt resists shock loads
(December 2005)
Powerful 8mm pitch rubber synchronous belt has a conveyor cord which is characterised by its superior tooth jump resistance and shock load resistance
News on the Triplex roller chain from Wyko, an Eriks Company
(December 2005)
During production of the current 'Charlie and The Chocolate Factory' film the 'special effects' engineers sought help with how to pull a 6 tonne boat nearly 300ft through a winding 'chocolate river'
Standard and specialist chains introduced
(December 2005)
Standard and specialist chains include standard and specialist chains, sprockets and related components are sourced from German, Japanese and other Asian manufacturers
Lifelong lube free chain on web site
(November 2005)
Tsubaki UK's web site contains a wealth of information about the technology behind manufacturing roller chain that does not require any external lubrication throughout its entire working life
Lube-free roller chain offers more life
(June 2005)
Lubrication-free chain offers superior wear resistance and improved operating life in a 'easy-disassemble' design that retains full chain strength in the connecting link
Roller chain's working life extended
(June 2005)
Roller chain has been upgraded with solid, extruded bushes and rollers to enhance its wear and fatigue resistance and to improve its all round durability
'One-stop-shop' set up for transmission products
(April 2005)
Transmission Developments and Gates Corporation have established a joint UK strategy to supply US premium V-belts, V-ribbed belts, synchronous belts and flexible couplings
Solving corrosion problems for roller chains
(March 2005)
An overview of the causes and the cures for chain corrosion by Robert Young describes many new and innovative products that are designed to solve specific problems
Low cost chain, transmissions introduced
(November 2004)
A range of low-cost chain and transmission products being introduced includes roller and conveyor chain, sprockets, gearboxes and flexible couplings sourced from low cost labour areas
Cable drag chain suits high loads and speeds
(October 2004)
Moving energy chains need to be able to guide heavy cables over long distances in tough, dirty conditions at high speeds, suited to Igus' heavy duty version of its System E4/4 energy chain
Lube-free roller chains bring real benefits
(August 2004)
A number of manufacturers offer life-lubricated roller chain products - the original maker of lube-free chain explains how it is done and details some surprising real world benefits
Conveyor chain keeps production running sweetly
(April 2004)
Requiring no adjustment in service a conveyor chain has enabled confectionery maker to significantly increase production on an automated Bindler chocolate moulding plant
Dry lubricant avoids dripping conveyor chains
(February 2004)
In many cases, the last thing a production shop wants is lubricant dripping from conveyor chains, but a dry lubricant is a non-soiling, non-tacky and provides excellent adhesion to chain parts
Lube-free chain performs for years, not weeks
(February 2004)
A lube-free chain has just completed 5 years service without elongation or wear, in an environment where previously, standard lubricated BS roller chains were failing within 6-8 weeks
Foundry conveyor roller chain lasts over two years
(February 2004)
A lubrication-free roller chain, that replaced standard rollers used in a green sand foundry, is still running two years later. Standard roller chain only lasted six months said the user
Standard chain dissassembles without rating loss
(January 2004)
Combining easy disassembly with a 'Ring Coining' process, a European standard chain avoids having to derate drive chains owing to the lower maximum allowable load of their connecting links
Lube-free chains offer enhanced loading, long life
(July 2003)
Lube-free chains are now in the mainstream of industrial manufacturing and can replace pre-lubricated chains in many applications, in many cases with enhanced load and life expectancy
Chains save energy, emit low noise and fight bugs
(July 2003)
How energy efficient chains, low noise chains and anti-bacterial chains save energy and costs is described here by Bob Young, Marketing Manager for Tsubaki
Chain family improves conveyor productivity
(May 2003)
With matched dimensions and directly interchangeable with ANSI standard roller chain, a chain family improves productivity and reduces maintenance of heavy-duty conveyor systems
No-lube chain saves on maintenance costs
(May 2003)
Lubricant-free chain not only sets a new ultra-long life performance standard globally, but delivers the potential for significant operating and maintenance cost savings
High load capacity chain is ruggedly made
(May 2003)
High load capacity chain suits demanding applications such as conveying, bulk handling and mobile drive systems where standard roller chains are beyond their limits