Standard Handbook of Chains: Chains for Power Transmission and Material Handling (Mechanical Engineering (Marcell Dekker): A Series of Textbooks and Reference Books)

Since its founding, the American Chain Association (ACA) has set the standard of excellence in developing the chain industry and enhancing the benefit to customers. The first edition of Chains for Power Transmission and Material Handling served as the keystone reference to the field for more than twenty years. Fully updated with the latest developments, the Standard Handbook of Chains: Chains for Power Transmission and Material Handling, Second Edition continues to build upon the more than 100 years of research and practical experience developed by the ACA.This hands-on reference provides up-to-date guidance on the selection, design, utilization, and maintenance of various types of chains. It authoritatively covers the use of chains in various application environments, terminology, safety procedures, and the history of chains. The book features consistent selection guidelines to ensure a proper choice of chain every time. Updates include new information on chain design considerations, power ratings for roller and silent chains, and selecting drives with a life other than 15,000 hours. This edition includes an entirely new chapter on flat-top chain conveyors.Including many helpful illustrations and a comprehensive troubleshooting table, the Standard Handbook of Chains: Chains for Power Transmission and Material Handling, Second Edition is the definitive handbook for anyone involved in the design, selection, use, and maintenance of all types of chains. Standard Handbook of Chains: Chains for Power Transmission and Material Handling......Page 2 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING A Series of Textbooks and Reference Books......Page 3 Copyright......Page 5 Foreword......Page 6 Preface......Page 7 About the Author......Page 8 Contents......Page 9 1 A Brief History of the Development of Chain......Page 13 2 A Chain Overview:Uses and Advantages......Page 29 3 Chain Design Considerations, Construction, and Components......Page 53 4 Sprockets......Page 97 5 Roller Chain Drives......Page 141 6 Engineering Steel Chain Drives......Page 188 7 Silent Chain Drives......Page 211 8 Tension Linkage Chains......Page 229 9 Engineering Steel Chain Conveyors......Page 242 10 Roller Chain Conveyors......Page 275 11 Chains for Bucket Elevators......Page 300 12 Flat-Top Chain Conveyors......Page 325 13 Chain Lubrication......Page 348 14 Chain Installation......Page 364 15 Chain Inspection and Maintenance......Page 380 A comprehensive reference on chain drives, this new edition features new information on design, increased power ratings for roller chains & silent chains, & how to select drives with alternate lives. It includes a new chapter on flat top chain convertors