Chain Conveyor History
Chain conveyors were first devised to assist with early materials production. Workers required a system that assisted with material movement, one that made it simple to move items from A to B. The chain conveyor helped revolutionise mass production and is machine that is still used to this day. Like its' belt conveyor counterpart, the chain conveyor has been used since the 19th century, developed to assist in moving large, small and irregular objects from one place to another.
Early chain conveyors were simple in function and design, and though technology has improved over the years, these conveyors are manufactured using the same, traditional framework. This type of conveyor was originally designed for the automotive industry, but is now used in a number of industries including white goods, food, clothing and furniture.
The chain conveyor is now used in virtually any plant that assembles products, requires the movement of parts or transportation of heavy objects. The simplistic function and versatility of the machine has ensured it is the foundation of every automated assembly system.
Wainwright Conveyor History
Wainwright has manufactured the reputable chain conveyor for the past thirty years. The Wainwright Group was founded by O.F. Wainwright sixty years ago. Since inception, Wainwright has become recognised for our ability to design and manufacture innovative, reliable and effective conveyor systems. Alongside the quality chain conveyor, Wainwright engineers have the expertise to manufacture standard and customised belt conveyors, gravity roller conveyors, powered roller conveyors, flexible conveyors and conveyor parts.
All Wainwright products can be customised to suit individual applications and meet the needs of varying businesses. For reliable conveyor systems and parts, contact Wainwright or submit an enquiry form today.
How Chain Conveyors Work
Chain Conveyors use a powered continuous chain arrangement to carry a series of items from one place to another. It is driven by a motor and the material suspended on the pendants are conveyed to their required destination. This type of conveyor is extremely versatile due to the linking arrangement of the chain.
Chains and side rails can be arranged in many configurations, resulting in varying conveyor arrangements. Chain conveyors can move parts through a series of turns or transport items in a straight line. Wainwright has the expertise to manufacture your conveyor in any arrangement, adapting to the versatility of your business requirement.
Each link on the conveyor works to move materials, parts or products that are either suspended or firmly placed within the links of the chain. Instead of using human resources to move parts from one area to another, a chain conveyor can accomplish this task easily and with little effort. These conveyors can also ensure items move from one level to another without the need for manual labour, saving businesses time and money.
The chain conveyor is a productive machine that businesses throughout Australia couldn't do without. Wainwright recognises the significance this conveyor holds, and manufactures quality standard and customised models for any industry. As our conveyors are manufactured directly in Australia, the conveyor parts are available on demand.
To learn how Wainwright can cater to your business conveyor requirements, call 1300 780 044 today.
