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How to identify chain!
Ever wonder if there is a way to tell what kind of chain you have or possibly where it is from? Maybe you need to show that your transport chain is DOT approved? Have a piece of Laclede chain and want to know if it is domestic or not? All you have to do is…
Alloy Chain Sling Inspection
INSPECTION CONSIDERATIONS FOR G80 AND G100 ALLOY CHAIN SLINGS When called upon to perform a chain sling inspection, there are many points that need to be considered during the inspection. Below are several pointers to assist in the performance of that inspection. Keep in mind that OSHA requires at least an annual inspection of all…
How is Chain Made?
Our chain starts as rod made to our exacting requirements from American steel mills. Each coil is inspected, labeled, and tracked through our factory via our data network. The rod will be cleaned and drawn into an exact wire diameter, then stored ahead of the chain making departments. Chain is produced in small groups of…
Trailer Safety Chain Quick Facts!
It’s boating season! Time to review some Trailer Safety facts! Here are ten quick facts to review before attaching a trailer to a vehicle: 1. Trailer Chains 10,000lbs and lighter conform to the SAE J-684 industry standard. 2. Trailer Safety chains are classified in a “Class” determined by the GVWR, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, in…
Laclede Chain can help you “Finish” your application!
Ever wonder what all those finish options mean or what is the best finish for your application? Maybe you wonder why Transport chain is gold or if powder coat is the same as poly coated chain? No need to worry, we are here to explain them all. When it comes to chain finishes, Laclede Chain…
LET’S GET STARTED
Welcome to Laclede Chain’s brand new company blog – thanks for checking us out! We look forward to sharing more of Laclede’s story here, including what makes our chain products unique and better. We’ll be talking about the different types of tire chains, usage tips and a host of other topics with some weather chat…