A Zip Chain Actuator is an innovative linear actuator designed to deliver precise, smooth, and reliable motion in compact industrial systems. Using a retractable chain mechanism, it converts rotary motion into linear movement, making it perfect for applications where space is limited but performance cannot be compromised. In this blog, you’ll get a complete guide to Zip Chain Actuators —…
In today’s industrial world, every machine depends on stable and efficient power transfer. Whether you run a manufacturing setup, conveyor system, food-processing unit, agricultural plant, or a heavy-duty mining operation, your machinery needs a coupling that can handle load, vibration, and misalignment effortlessly. That’s where a roller chain coupling becomes one of the most reliable tools in your entire system.…
A chain coupling is one of the most dependable and efficient components used in industrial machinery to connect two rotating shafts while ensuring stable and powerful torque transfer. Because it allows for slight misalignment and performs well under heavy loads, the chain coupling has become a trusted choice across many industries. Chain couplers and chain couplings deliver long service life,…
Industrial machinery relies on the seamless transfer of power. When you have a motor generating torque and a driven component that needs to turn, the connection between them is the critical failure point. This is where shaft couplings come into play. While there are dozens of coupling styles available—from jaw to gear to grid—the roller chain coupling remains a staple…
In any automated system, from massive industrial cranes to complex 3D printers, the smooth and reliable movement of machinery is critical. Behind the scenes, a collection of essential cables and hoses supplies the power, data, and fluids that keep these systems running. But what protects these vital lines from the constant bending, twisting, and friction they endure? The answer is…
What Is a Sprocket? A sprocket is a round, toothed wheel that engages directly with a chain. As the sprocket rotates, its teeth pull the chain forward, allowing power to move from one shaft to another. This design makes sprockets essential in systems where precise, slip-free motion is required. The teeth, hub, bore, and sprocket body all work together to…
Selecting the right roller chain is one of the most important decisions in power transmission and conveyor system design. Whether you’re running a small mechanical drive or a massive industrial conveyor, the roller chain size chart is the key to finding the perfect fit. At Ohio Roller Chain, we’ve created this comprehensive roller chain dimensions chart to help engineers, maintenance…
Sprockets are some of the most fundamental components in modern machinery, yet they often go unnoticed. These toothed wheels are the silent workhorses that drive everything from bicycles and motorcycles to massive industrial conveyor systems. Without them, countless machines that power our daily lives and industries would simply grind to a halt. Understanding the role of these essential parts is…
The Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Right Roller Chain Every piece of industrial machinery tells a story of precision, power, and movement. At the heart of that story often lies a deceptively simple component: the roller chain. While it might look like a basic series of links and pins, this mechanism is the backbone of power transmission across the globe.…
An industrial chain is a critical component used in almost every industry—from manufacturing and automation to agriculture and heavy machinery. If you’ve ever seen equipment lifting loads, conveying materials, or transferring power, an industrial chain is often the part making it possible. But with so many chain types, materials, sizes, and applications, choosing the right chain can feel overwhelming. That’s…
