Diamond-Drives by Timken
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Diamond-Drives by Timken is the leading supplier of high-performance roller chain and augers, serving a diverse range of industries.
Fulton, IL
Joined October 2012
Two separate businesses, Diamond and Drives, have now merged to become Diamond-Drives by Timken. Diamond-Drives will continue to sell both Diamond® and Drives® products, maintaining their product identities. To learn more, visit our new website at
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Over-lubricating attracts debris. Under-lubricating causes wear. Use the right lube at the pitch point and follow proper re-lube intervals. Discover more tips and FAQs:
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A snack food plant solved chain breakage and oil contamination by switching to Drives® Double-Pitch Chain with extended pins. Read the case study:
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Engineered for heavy loads and harsh conditions. Drives® 81X chain is purpose-built for forestry and wood processing, with premium alloy steel, solid rollers for smoother sprocket engagement and case-hardened pins for longer wear life. Explore now:
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In construction and aggregate industries, equipment takes a beating. Diamond® and Drives® chains are engineered to reduce replacement costs, labor and downtime—so you can move more material with less interruption.
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Make installation, maintenance and inspection easier with the right tools. Using EZ Breaker®, EZ Chain Wear Gauge® and EZ Chain Rack®, we provide everything you need to work smarter and safer in the shop or field.
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We encourage you to stop by Booth 839 today, Wednesday, August 6 from 3–5pm for a special welcome reception with beer & snacks. It’s a great way to kick off the Forest Products Expo and connect with our team. See you soon in Nashville! #ForestProductsExpo
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Stop by Booth 839 at the Forest Products Expo, August 6–8 in Nashville to see how our precision roller chain and engineered class chain deliver the strength, wear resistance and consistent performance you need. Register today: #ForestProductsExpo
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The answer is absolutely—and it's not your only option. Diamond® and Drives® corrosion-resistant chains are available in multiple materials and finishes to help meet food safety standards and performance needs. More FAQs:
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RT @Timken: Today, we announced second-quarter 2025 financial results. Read the full report here: .
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A produce packaging company upgraded to Diamond® Ring Leader™ O-Ring Chain on their tomato sizing machine. The result? Less wear, more uptime and over $301k savings after five years. Read the full case study:
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For conveyor applications exposed to moisture or mild chemicals, Drives® Silver Shield CR® Double-Pitch Conveyor Chain adds a layer of special formulated zinc-based protection that helps extend service life and reduce unplanned downtime. Learn more:
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We’ve enhanced our Cut-to-Length program to better serve you. Streamline your operations by ordering the standard chain sizes in the precise lengths you need! Visit and view our reference sheets to learn more.
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Noticing noise, vibration or poor sprocket engagement? These could be early signs of chain wear. Watch for: Elongation beyond 1.5%, visible pin or roller wear, misalignment or chain jumping teeth. Catching wear early helps prevent downtime and costly failures.
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Engineered for the jobs that push equipment to the limit. 💪 Drives® 81XHH chain has heavier sidebars, through-hardened pins and solid rollers – designed to handle the shock and higher loads of demanding applications like forestry, sawmills and conveyors.
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Harsh environments can take a serious toll on roller chain performance, but Diamond® and Drives® corrosion-resistant chain solutions are built to reduce wear, prevent rust and extend service life in wet or chemically exposed conditions. More FAQs:
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Have you used our Chain Configurator yet? It’s a state-of-the-art tool we made so you can experiment with different specs, build custom chains and see 3D models on a screen before placing an order. Check it out here:
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Heavy-duty performance at a competitive price: Thicker linkplates make Diamond Sapphire® Heavy Series chain tough enough for heavy shock and multiple stop/starts. Learn more:
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Drip type lubrication is best for slower speed drives, around 600 feet per minute or less. Learn more:
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A specialty steel solutions provider saved nearly $24,000 in one year by switching from a competitor chain to a Diamond® Standard Series chain. Read the case study:
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Looking for extra protection against high humidity, salt water and washdown? Learn about the proprietary anti-corrosion exterior on Diamond ACE® Plated Double Pitch Conveyor Chain:
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