Plastic Slats, Sprockets Increase Life Of Feeder Chains

Plastic Slats, Sprockets Increase Life Of Feeder Chains COMBINES Accessories 19-5-34 You won't have to repair or replace feederhouse chains nearly as often if you install new plastic-slatted chains and plastic sprockets on your combine, according to the manufacturer. This is the first year Harvest Services Corp. has been in full production with the plastic feederhouse chain sets. The slats are made of a ultra high density plastic and are fitted to Drive Inc. #557 feederchains. They have a spring steel insert that gives them flexibility and strength beyond conventional steel, says Harvest Service's Brad Bagg. Because they're lighter, they extend life of feeder chains, feederhouse bottom, drive and bearings. They're also gentler on crops than steel, a big plus in harvesting specialty crops, Bagg adds. Cost is comparable to replacing feeder chains with conventional steel. Retrofitting a Deere 77 series combines, for example, runs $630 (U.S.). Available for virtually all makes and models. Likewise, plastic sprockets Harvest Services Corp. manufactures also help extend chain life. Sprockets are reinforced with glass resin for extra long wear, Bagg says. They reduce chain stretching and provide smoother, quieter operation, he says. Fit all Deere combines as well as IH from 914's through 2188's. Sell for $80 (U.S.) apiece. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Harvest Services Corp., P.O. Box 222, Hwy. #11 S., Craik, Sask., Canada SOG OVO (ph 306-734-2601, fax 2266; U.S. toll free 800-667-2601).

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