Industrial Chains

Industrial chains are vital components in machinery, facilitating power transmission, material handling, and lifting operations across various sectors

As authorised distributors for manufacturers including; RENOLD, PROTORQUE, SKF, TSUBAKI and REXNORD, we offer a broad range of industrial chain types and pitches in both British (BS-ISO) and American (ANSI) standards.

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Our industrial chains

Roller chains

We stock different sizes and styles of roller chains from leading brands. Our roller chains are widely used for power transmission and conveying applications across many industries such as manufacturing, construction and agriculture.
Leaf chains

Acorn provides high-quality, dependable leaf chain products with high fatigue strength and maximum resistance to wear. We provide leaf chain for material handling applications in a variety of sectors, including automotive, food and beverage, mining and metals, and construction. Our chains withstand harsh situations with years of trouble-free operation.
Oil field chains

We supply high quality oil field chains that are designed to cope with shock loadings, fatigue and extreme environmental conditions. Our oil field chains help industries make significant reductions in maintenance and replacement time – and are backed by technical support to keep operations running smoothly.
Silent chains

Our silent chain drives are capable of transmitting power with low noise, high efficiency, and reduced vibration. They are made with technology which has been shown to outperform conventional, round pin joints, and they can be used in a wide variety of demanding industrial and automotive applications.

Reasons to buy from us

Advantages of industrial chains

Industrial chain is one of the most commonly used drive components. But what are the advantages of using industrial chains as your power transmission drive?

Robust

Industrial chain is very robust. It is very unlikely to snap during operation, and with the correct maintenance can last for years.

High level of efficiency

Chain has a very high level of efficiency due to the toothed sprockets that grip the chain. This means that there cannot be any slippage, keeping efficiency levels high.

Maintenance free options available

Maintenance free industrial chains are available for use in areas which are difficult to access. This can prolong the life of the chain, as well as improving worker safety.

Attachments available

Attachments such as buckets are available for conveying material.

What are the types of industrial chain?

Roller chains - Simplex, Duplex, Triplex Chains: Single, double, or triple strand configurations for higher loads. Heavy-Duty Roller Chains: For higher strength requirements.

Leaf chains - High-strength chains without rollers, used in lifting or tension applications.

Silent chains - Chains with smooth, low-noise operation due to closely spaced links

Oil field chains - Common types include API roller chains, engineering steel chains, pintle chains, drive chains, and leaf chains

Where is industrial chain used?

Chain applications tend to be relatively low speeds and higher torques in comparison to industrial belts. These include applications such as:

Manufacturing - conveyors, machinery drive systems, material handling
Automotive - assembly lines, power transmission
Oil and Gas - drilling rigs, mud pumps and pump jacks, exploration equipment
Agriculture - harvesters and combines, conveyors, tractors
Food and Beverage - processing lines, packaging systems, cooling and freezing lines
Mining and Quarrying - conveyors, draglines, crusher equipment
Construction - elevators and hoists, cranes, material conveyors
Power and Energy - hydroelectric plants, thermal power plants, renewables
Logistics and Warehousing - material handling systems, automated sorting systems
Steel and Metal - furnaces, metal fabrication, casting operations
Marine - anchor chains, cargo handling, deck machinery
Paper and Pulp - paper machines, pulp conveyors, dryers
Textile - weaving machines, dyeing and printing, conveyors
Chemical and Pharmaceutical - conveyors, mixing systems, corrosion-resistant chains

Explore other power transmission products we offer

At ACORN industrial services, our offerings extending beyond just industrial chains. We are committed to providing other power transmission products to meet your industrial needs:

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Industrial chains FAQs

How do you identify an industrial chain?

Industrial chains can be identified by taking appropriate measurements and understanding the specific task the chain will perform. There are videos available that provide detailed instructions on how to identify industrial chains

What are heavy duty chains made of?

Heavy-duty chains are typically made from high-strength materials, such as alloy steel or carbon steel. The manufacturing process involves precise forging, where the metal is shaped under high pressure to enhance its strength. The quality of the steel rod used in the chain is critical.

What are heavy duty chains used for?

Heavy-duty chains are used in various sectors and industries. They are indispensable for lifting heavy loads, securing equipment, and ensuring the safe operation of machinery. They find applications in construction and rigging, industrial manufacturing, maritime and offshore operations, and agriculture and farming. Likewise, they are also commonly used to secure high-value assets such as motorbikes, boats, caravans, and property.

What is the difference between industrial chain and industrial belt?

The main difference between the two drives is that a chain drive is powered by a chain loop, while a belt drive is powered by a belt. Chain drives are made of metal, which makes them more durable and stronger compared to a belt. Chain drives can handle more power and are more efficient than belt drives.

On the other hand, belt drives use friction and can handle high speeds smoothly. They are also a flexible member, meaning they slip or break during overload, safeguarding the machine