ENCLOSED TRACK CONVEYOR CHAIN ASSEMBLY

摘要

An enclosed track conveyor chain assembly (12) and method of construction includes a plurality of guide link assemblies (18) and load link assemblies (16) connected to form a conveyor chain assemb ly (12). Each load link assembly includes a pair of side walls (26, 28) and forward and rearward ends (22, 24) defining an opening (30). A pair of wheel assemblies (32) supports the load link on the horizontal surfaces of the track. A guide link member (54) is inserted into the opening of adjacent load links. Distal ends (60) of the guide links are connected via a fastener to thereby connect adjacent load link members to form the enclosed track chain. Each guide link member includes a plurality of flat areas on the dist al ends of the arms (56) to provide a connecting surface. A fastener is inserted through openings (66) in the distal ends to secure th e guide link members together. Preferably, the connection between guide link members is pivotal to allow pivoting action of the guide link. Further, the guide link assemblies include a wheel assembly which is adapted to contact the vertical surfaces of the track.