Parsons Mining Chain is now exclusively manufactured in China for Ellton Longwall by the Zhangjiakou Chain Company part of the China Mining Equipment Group (CME).  Founded in 1958, Zhangjiakou is the leading manufacturer of mining chain and components for the Chinese Mining industry.  China currently produces about 2.5 B tons of coal mostly by longwall mining, so its experience base is significant.

Zhangjiakou began working with the Parson Chain Company UK in 1995, and it eventually took over production for all Parsons Mining Chain. As a result, new improved manufacturing and heat treatment processes have been introduced.  Recent investments in unique process equipment and quality management systems have enabled us to provide the high quality chain systems the worlds mining industry demands. An example of this quality is evident in the fact that there has not been a single Parsons Chain warranty claim in the last ten years!

In 2007 CME and Ellton Longwall added Parsons Mining Chain to its product catalogue including its patented Xtra chain with its higher tensile strength, longer fatigue life and increased toughness properties compared to DIN standard chain.

CORX chain with a patented alloy steel material was developed to overcome the effects of even the most corrosive mining conditions. Unlike chain which is surface galvanised, COR-X chains properties are inherent in the whole link which means the effects will not wear off and will last the life of the Chain.

Ellton Longwall is the exclusive distributor of Parsons Mining Chain in Australia and the USA.

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