Webster Industries, Webster Chain - Elevator Buckets, Pintle chains, Drag chains, Rooftop transfer chains, Hardened Steel Brushed chains, Cobination Chains, Welded Steel Chains, Turbo Series Chain, Apron conveyors, Slat Top conveyor chains, Gull Wing Conveyor chains, Double Flex chains, Cast elevator buckets, Steel elevator buckets.

Chain, Conveyor, and Elevator solutions by Webster Chain Inustries, since 1876.

Webster Industries. Chain conveying and elevator innovations. (100 Plus) years and going strong.

Webster Chain was founded over 100 years ago. Known to the power transmission community as Webster Industries, began it's long robust history in 1876. The founder of Webster Industries, Towner K. Webster, envisioned the illusive "common sense" ideology for the innovative (Common Sense Elevator Bucket). Taking the design, Mr. Webster left Chicago Illinois and brought with him his ideology to Clifton Ohio. To this day Webster Industries is designing, manufacturing engineered class elevator and conveying solutions right here in the USA. Webster Industries is now the world leader and manufacturer of commercial grade engineered class vibrating chains, castings, and elevator bucket solutions. Investing in a Webster Chain elevator or conveying solution for your application, will increase your ROI over time as your up-time and efficiency will increase. You will also be investing in a product made with pride in the USA. The Webster Chain product is a staple for any conveying or elevator application, and part of American industrial history, and innovation. For more information contact an RCS & Associates Webster Chain Industries representative.

400 Class Pintle Chains

400 Class Pintle Chains

Webster Industries 400 class pintle chains are of one-piece cast link construction joined together by steel pins. The pins are securely locked against turning in the sidebars by generous head stops that are cast on the links. The head stops are positioned to provide maximum locking effect when the chain is under load. This confines the wear to the part of the pin inside the barrel of the link, where it is distributed over the maximum area. This insures the best durability of the chain.
MATERIAL
Webster Industries 400 class pintle chains are links cast of high grade copper bearing malleable iron o Duramal. Duramal is heat treated malleable iron having greater strength and superior resistance to wear and abrasion. Duramal chains have heat treated pins.
ASSEMBLY
Riveted construction is furnished unless cottered construction is requested.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries 400 pintle chains are interchangeable with other standard makes of corresponding sizes and numbers.
APPLICATION
When furnished with attachments, Webster Industries 400 class pintle chains are normally used for conveyors and elevators where much slower speeds are recommended.
OPERATION
The maximum speed of this chain is generally 450 FPM, but depends upon size of sprockets. For Drive Service see Webster Catalog Page 36, Table 2, Section A.

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H Type Drag Chains

H Type Drag Chains

Webster Industries H type drag chains have links that are designed to operate in troughs or runways, in single or multiple strands. The underside of the links are broad to provide liberal wear surface. The rivited pins are made of medium carbon steel and have clipped heads, which are securely fitted between the lugs cast on the sidebars. This prevents the pins from turning in the sidebars. The pins articulate in the barrel which distributes the wear over the maximum area. MATERIAL
Links are cast of high grade Duramal. Duramal is a heat treated copper bearing malleable iron having greater strength and superior resistance to wear and abrasion. Pins are heat treated.
ASSEMBLY
Rivited construction is furnished unless cottered construction is requested.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries H type drag chains are interchangeable with other standard makes of corresponding sizes and numbers.
APPLICATION
Webster Industries H type drag chains are designed for heavy-duty operation imposed by drag conveyor service. It is usually dragged in troughs and used for moving sawdust, refuse, fine coal, ash, and other materials in places where an ecenomical installation is required. Multiple strands may be used to handle larger capacities.
OPERATION
The maximum speed recommended is 100 FPM. Maximum chain speed depends upon size of sprockets. For Conveyor Service see page 48, Table 2, Section A.

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Rooftop Transfer Chains

Rooftop Transfer Chains

Webster Industries Rooftop transfer chains of this series are made of riveted construction. The clipped heads of the pins fit between two lugs cast on the sidebars of the links. This prevents the pins from turning in the sidebars, thus insuring minimum elongation of pitch and maximum durability.
MATERIAL
Links are cast of high grade malleable iron or Duramal. Duramal is a heat treated copper bearing malleable iron having greater strength and superior resistance to wear and abrasion. Duramal chains have heat treated pins.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries Rooftop transfer chains are interchangeable with other corresponding sizes and numbers.
APPLICATION
Webster Industries Rooftop transfer chain is used chiefly in two or more strands on transfer conveyors handling lumber, boxes, packages, barrels, bars, ets. Only the bevel tops of the links project above the guides, permitting loading and unloading to be done transversely.
OPERATION
Webster Industries Rooftop transfer chains are made to operate in only one direction and therefore are not recommended for installations that require reverse operation. The load carried and frequency of operation determine the speeds, but generally the recommended speed is 100FPM. Maximum chain speed depends upon size of sprockets. For Conveyor Service See page 52, Table 2, Section A.

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Webster Industries Hardened-Steel-Brushed (HSB) Chains

Hardened-Steel-Brushed (HSB) Chains

Webster Industries Hardened steel brushed (HSB) chains are designed as a substitute for combination chains where conditions require a heavier, more rugged chain.
MATERIAL
Sidebars are medium carbon heat treated steel. Pins are alloy heat treated steel. Pins of 3/4" diameter and larger are also induction hardened. Bushings are furnished in case hardened steel to provide maximum wear resistance and chain life.
ASSEMBLY
Riveted construction is recommended for wood yards and sawmills. Cottered construction is recommended for elevators and conveyors. Chain pins will be alternating, except on HSB131 and HSB188.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries HSB chains are inerchangeability with other standards makes of corresponding sizes and numbers. They are also a direct upgrade to combination chains of the same number.
APPLICATION
Webster Industries HSB chains are used for bucket elevators, wood yard conveyors and other types of conveyors and elevators operating under gritty and abrasive conditions. These chains have proven themselves in operation for long life and low maintenance.
OPERATION
Maximum chain speed depends upon size of sprockets. For Conveyor Service see Page 66, Table 2, Section A.

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Webster Industries Combination
Chains

Combination Cains

Webster Industries Combination chains are made of cast block links and steel sidebars alternately spaced. The N combination chain have pear-shaped barrels to provide additional metal where the chain engages the sprocket teeth to increase the service life of the chain. Combination chain are well suited for abrasive, gritty or corrosive materials and are a less expensive option to their steel counterparts (HSB).
MATERIAL
The cast links are high grade copper bearing Duramal with holes smoothly cored for a close fit over the pins. Duramal chains have heat treated pins with Duramal block links. Super Duramal chains have heat treated pins and sidebars with Duramal block links. Chains are also available with block links of file hard Duramal.
ASSEMBLY
Riveted construction is recommended for wood yards and sawmills. Cottered construction for elevators and conveyors. Riveted or cottered construction must be specified. Chain pins will be alternating, except on C55, N77, N131 and C188 chains.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries Combination chains are interchangeable with other standard makes of corresponding sizes and numbers.
APPLICATION
Webster Industries Combination chain is well suited for the handling of stone, cement, gravel and other abrasive materials. It is used extensively in elevating and conveying service where a strong durable, yet inexpensive chain is required.
OPERATION
Maximum chain speed depends upon size of sprockets. For Conveyor Service see Page 56, Table 2, Section A.

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Webster Industries Welded
Steel Chain

Welded Steel Chain

Webster Industries Welded steel mill chain are designed for rugged, abrasive and demanding enviornments. The design allows for operating conditions that are less than desirable. Their rugged welded construction permits high speeds, minimal lubrication and easy modification for application specific attachments.
MATERIAL
Sidebars and barrels are medium carbon steel. Pins are medium carbon alloy steel and are thru hardened for maximum chain life. Pins can be induction hardened for even more wear resistance. The WH chains also have thru hardened sidebars and barrels for greater strength and wear resistance. All parts can be furnished with additional heat treatment on request or as the operating environment requires.
ASSEMBLY
Webster Industries Welded steel mill chains are riveted construction with cottered construction is available on request.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries Welded steel mill chains are interchangeable with other standard makes of corresponding sizes and numbers.
APPLICATION
Webster Industries Welded steel mill chains are used in wood yards, paper mills, OSB plants, grain system and ethanol processing. They provide long life with very low maintenance.
OPERATION
Maximum chain speed depends upon size of sprockets. For Conveyor Service see Page 120, Table 2, Section A.

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Webster Industries Turbo
Series Chain

Turbo Series Chain

Webster's Turbo Series chains meets or exceed the competition in hardness and case depth measurements. Full round pins and bushings have consistent press fits for the ultimate in fatigue strength. This series is so reliable that Webster backs up the chain with an exclusive four year warranty.
MATERIAL
The Turbo Series Joint Chains are produced from certified sidebar quality USA manufactured materials using fine grain particles for insured steel reliability.
ASSEMBLY
Webster's special process yields perfect holes that ensure maximum interference fits. In-house controlled heat processes for balanced hardness to insure good core strength for toughness with high case depth for long wear properties.
APPLICATION
Turbo Series and sealed joint chains are designed specifically for the cement industry and severe duty applications.
SEALED JOINT
Webster Industries Sealed Joint chains are designed to protect the pin and bushing from harsh chemicals, dry erosion and overall corrosion. Webster's sealed joint design comprimises a resilient Buna N Quad Seal housed in a hardened steel insert pressed over both ends of the bushings. This seal, positioned in between the inner and outer sidebars, act as a barrier keeping conveyed material and foreign particals out of the pin/bushing inerface. At the same time it also helps retain the factory installed grease between the pins and bushings thus enhancing chain performance and wear life. See Page 72 in the Webster catalog.

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Webster Industries Apron
Conveyors

Apron Conveyors

Webster Industries Apron conveyors are engineered to handle a variety of materials ranging from hot abrasive to dry and fine. Pans are designed to absorb the impact of large lumps, repeated loading and inclined conveying with minimum spillage or breakage, cleaner discharge and more durable continous service.
MATERIAL
Pans are mild steel. Sidebars are medium carbon steel. Pins are thru hardened alloy steel for even more wear resistance. Sidebars and pins can be furnished with additional heat treatment on request. Bushings are furnished in case hardened steel to provide maximum wear resistance and chain life. Rollers are furnished with WEBLOY and provide a grease reservoir and lubrication fittings when internal greasing is required.
ASSEMBLY
Webster Industries Apron conveyor chains are cottered construction.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries Apron conveyor chains are interchangeable with other standard makes of corresponding sizes and numbers.
APPLICATION
Webster Industries Aprons are used in conveyors and feeders where the most difficult operating conditions prevail. The rollers provide lower operating friction which helps to increase chain life and reduce conveyor design requirements.
OPERATION
Webster Industries Apron conveyors are best suited for slow or moderate speed applications. Maximum chain speed depends opon the size of sprockets. For conveyor Service see Page 152, Table 2, Section A.

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Webster Industries Slat Top
Conveyor Chains

Slat Top Conveyor Chain

Webster Industries Slat top conveyor chains are used widely in final assembly, mechanical paint repair and water test or wash applications. In addition to the standard design shown Webster can design and build a slat top chain for your specific application needs.
MATERIAL
Webster Industries Top plates are mild steel. Sidebars are medium carbon steel. Pins are medium carbon heat treated steel. Inbound bushings and rollers and outboard bushings are carburized to provide maximum wear resistance and service life. Outboard rollers are furnished in various configurations of bearings, materials and heat treatment as shown on page G-18 of the catalog. Slat top chains can be furnished in stainless steel with UHMW outboard rollers for wet applications.
ASSEMBLY
Webster Industries Slat top conveyor chains are cottered construction.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries Slat top conveyors chains are made to order. However, chains used in the automotive industry are designed in accordance with the automaker's specifications and are interchangeable with other manufacturers.
APPLICATION
Webster Industries Slat top conveyor chains are primarily used for handling automobiles. Typically the conveyors are long and handling large or heavy loads requiring a heavy-duty chain as well as reduced rolling friction in the outboard rollers.
OPERATION
Webster Industries Slat top conveyors chains are best suited for slow speed applications. Maximum chain speed depends upon size of sprockets. For Conveyor Service see Page 170, Table 2, Section A.

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Webster Industries Gull Wing
Conveyor Chains

Gull Wing Conveyor Chain

Webster Industries Gull wing conveyor chains are used in transfer conveyors for skids with casters in the automotive industry. Larger versions are used for steel roll handling. Common dimensions can be changed to meet customer requirements and for special applications.
MATERIAL
Webster Industries Top plates are mild steel. Sidebars are medium carbon steel. Thru rods are cold finished alloy steel. Inboard bushings and rollers and outbound bushings are carburized to provide maximum wear resistance and service life. Outboard rollers are furnished in various configurations of bearings, materials and heat treatment as shown on page G-18 in the catalog.
ASSEMBLY
Webster Industries Gull wing conveyor chains are cottered construction.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries Gull wing conveyors chains are made to order. However, chains used in the automotive industry are designed in accordance with the automaker's specifications and are interchangeable with other manufacturers.
APPLICATION
These gull wing conveyor chains are primarily used for handling automobiles or steel rolls. Typically the conveyors are long and handling large or heavy loads requiring a heavy-duty chain as well as reduced rolling friction in the outboard rollers.
OPERATION
Webster Industries Gull wing conveyors chains are best suited for slow speed applications. Maximum chain speed depends upon size of sprockets. For Conveyor Service see Page 171, Table 2, Section A.
CHAIN SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Working Load: 8230 Lbs.
Average Ultimate Strength: 64,000 Lbs.
Max. Roller Load: 3500 Lbs.

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Double Flex
Chains

Double Flex Chain

Webster Industries Double flex chains are made for a variety of conveying applications. They are widely used in the dairy and forest industries. They are designed to run in-floor in multidirectiona applications and are induction hardened in all critical wear areas.
MATERIAL
Pins and center links are made of heat treated alloy steel. Pins are induction hardened for increased wear resistance and longer life. Center links are also induction hardened on the edges for increased wear. Sidebars are made of medium carbon heat treated steel and the edges are induction hardened. DF3500 sidebars are also induction hardened on the sliding face to further increase life.
ASSEMBLY
Webster Industries Double flex chains are riveted construction. Connecting pins are also riveted.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Webster Industries Double flex chains are interchangeable with other standard makes or corresponding sizes and numbers.
APPLICATION
Double flex chains are primarily used in the dairy and forest product industries. The conveyors are usually multiple strands, moving boards and crates around corners.
OPERATION
Webster Industries Double flex chains are best suited for slow or moderate speed applications. Maximum chain speed depends upon size of sprockets. For Conveyor Service see Page 174.

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Webster Industries Cast
Elevator Buckets

Cast Elevator Buckets

Modern methods, technical experience, research and careful labratory control of metals insure quality and quantity production of malleable iron buckets that resist abrasive wear, rust and corrosion.
MATERIAL
Webster Industries Cast malleable iron elevator buckets are designed to fill properly in loading and to discharge freely and cleanly. They are smooth and seamless with reinforced corners which render them strong and extremely durable.
ASSEMBLY
All Webster cast elevator buckets are also available in Duramal metal, a product developed to provide greater strength and greater resistance to abrasive wear. Specify Duramal elevator buckets for severe and abrasive service conditions. Zinc or other protective coatings can be applied to buckets.

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Webster Industries Steel
Elevator Buckets

Steel Elevator Buckets

Modern methods, technical experience, research and careful labratory control of metals insure quality and quantity production of malleable iron buckets that resist abrasive wear, rust and corrosion.
MATERIAL
Webster Industries Cast malleable iron elevator buckets are designed to fill properly in loading and to discharge freely and cleanly. They are smooth and seamless with reinforced corners which render them strong and extremely durable.
ASSEMBLY
All Webster cast elevator buckets are also available in Duramal metal, a product developed to provide greater strength and greater resistance to abrasive wear. Specify Duramal elevator buckets for severe and abrasive service conditions. Zinc or other protective coatings can be applied to buckets.

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