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Is my leaf chain rusty or is it fretting?
By Peter Church Red dust that looks like chilli powder between your leaf chain link plates is more likely the result of fretting – abrasion caused by repeated surface movement under load – than rust....
What to look for in a leaf chain safety test ce...
What to look for in a leaf chain safety test certificate All replacement forklift truck chains should be supplied with a chain test certificate that provides crucial information about the chain’s mini...
What is the impact of environment on leaf chain...
What is the impact of environment on leaf chain wear life? The environments in which leaf chain mechanisms operate can differ widely. And the harsher the environmental conditions, the greate...
How to decode the leaf chain part number system
How to decode the leaf chain part number system Leaf chain part numbers are not arbitrary things. The different combinations of letters and numbers that make up a leaf chain part number provide you wi...
What is the best chain wear tool for materials ...
What is the best chain wear tool for materials handling equipment? Tracking chain wear is a vital element of any chain inspection or service of materials handling equipment. In most cases,...
Why does some leaf chain measure under pitch?
Why does some leaf chain measure under pitch? All leaf chains are manufactured to International Standard ISO 4347:2015, which allows for ‘LL’ (EL) series leaf chains to be produced from link plat...
5 questions to ask before buying corrosion-resi...
Not all corrosion-resistant leaf chain is created equal, so it’s vital to question your supplier thoroughly to ensure you get the optimal product for the job. ...
The FB Chain Wear Gauge is a tool that accurately measures leaf chain and roller chain wear and indicates the percentage of elongation so you know when it's time to replace your leaf chain safely.