Corrosion resistant chains

FB Chain has developed a range of corrosion resistant chains for the food and beverage industries. The chains do not require lubrication for optimal performance and meet EU food processing standards.

FB Chain’s plastic combination (PC) chain is constructed from food-grade engineering plastic inner links, supported by 304 grade stainless steel bearing pins and outer link plates. The chain matches the strength of standard stainless steel chain but is much quieter and 50% lighter. The bushed design of the plastic inner link ensures that in wash down applications there is no risk of food residue becoming trapped between the chain components and resulting in contamination over time.

FB Chain’s PC chain is available from stock in food-grade blue, and a general purpose white engineering plastic is also available. Both versions are supplied in sizes 3/8” to ¾” pitch. The chain is dimensionally interchangeable with stainless steel chain, meaning no adjustments to sprockets or other existing conveyor components are required.

Robert Young, process industry sales manager at FB Chain says: “Plastic combination chain – even of the non-food-grade variety – is currently only available from a small number of chain manufacturers. We aim to be the leading supplier in this niche, helping customers in the food and beverage industries to significantly improve their safety, efficiency and profitability.”