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Asphalt Plant Chains - Built for Extreme Conditions

Heat-treated A-L chain for maximum strength and wear life in hot, abrasive environments

Why Our Asphalt Chains Outperform the Competition

Industrial heat treatment furnace for asphalt plant chain manufacturing

Proprietary Heat Treatment

Exclusive process delivers maximum hardness while maintaining flexibility

Abrasion-resistant steel used in Klockner asphalt plant chains for extended service life

Extreme Abrasion Resistance

Special alloy composition withstands the most abrasive materials

High-temperature industrial equipment showing heat resistance capabilities of Klockner chains

High-Temperature Performance

Maintains strength and integrity at temperatures up to 800°F (427°C)

Industrial steel platform demonstrating extended service life of Klockner asphalt plant chains

Extended Service Life

Proven to last 2-3x longer than standard chains in asphalt plants

Technical Specifications

Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength: 125,000 psi
Yield Strength: 105,000 psi
Hardness: 42-48 HRC
Impact Resistance: High

Environmental Resistance

Max Temperature: 800°F (427°C)
Abrasion Resistance: Excellent
Corrosion Resistance: Good
Chemical Resistance: Good

Material Composition

Proprietary alloy steel with enhanced chromium and molybdenum content for superior performance in asphalt plant conditions.

Carbon: 0.38-0.43%
Chromium: 0.80-1.10%
Molybdenum: 0.15-0.25%
Manganese: 0.60-0.90%

Standard Dimensions

Available in multiple sizes to fit your existing equipment.

Pitch Options: 6", 8", 10", 12"
Width Range: 4.5" - 10.25"
Pin Diameter: 0.75" - 1.5"
Weight Range: 8 - 25 lbs/ft

Heat Treatment Process

Our proprietary heat treatment process ensures maximum performance and longevity:

  1. 1. Precision austenitizing at 1650°F (900°C)
  2. 2. Oil quenching for rapid cooling
  3. 3. Tempering at 1100°F (593°C) for toughness
  4. 4. Shot peening for surface hardening

Performance Comparison

Standard Chains vs. Klockner

Klockner asphalt plant chain performance comparison showing superior durability and heat resistance

Standard Chain

Service Life
6-8 months
Maintenance Intervals
Every 3 weeks
Replacement Cost

Klockner Chain

Service Life
18-24 months
Maintenance Intervals
Every 12 weeks
Replacement Cost
67% Cost Savings
Based on typical asphalt plant operation

Proven Results in Asphalt Plants

Major Asphalt Producer Cuts Maintenance by 65%

"Since switching to Klockner's heat-treated chains, we've reduced our maintenance downtime from 12 hours per month to just 4 hours. The chains last 3x longer and handle our high-temperature environment much better than our previous supplier."

- Maintenance Manager, National Asphalt Company

65%
Maintenance Reduction
Significant
Annual Savings
3x
Service Life

Regional Paving Company Eliminates Unplanned Downtime

"Klockner chains have completely eliminated our unplanned downtime due to chain failure. We used to have 2-3 chain failures per season, but we haven't had a single failure in 18 months since switching."

- Operations Director, Regional Paving Co.

100%
Downtime Elimination
22%
Production Increase
0
Chain Failures

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Why Asphalt Plants Trust Klockner

65+
Years in Asphalt

Serving the industry since 1958

800°F
Heat Resistance

Withstands extreme temperatures

3x
Longer Life

Proven in real-world conditions

24/7
Emergency Support

Rapid response for critical needs