Food & Beverage Industry Solutions

Precision chains built to withstand your toughest food applications

From subzero temps to high heat, from rigorous washdowns to corrosion risks, drive chains and conveyors used in food processing must perform in extreme conditions while maintaining the highest standards of food safety.

That's why iwis is proud to offer products that not only meet strict food-safety and sanitation standards but also improve your bottom line — increasing uptime and reliability while lowering maintenance requirements.

When uptime, hygiene, and consistency matter most, food and beverage manufacturers turn to iwis. Our drive chains aren’t just components. They’re the backbone of clean, efficient, and predictable production.

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Chains for Food Industry Applications:

MEGAlife Maintenance Free Carbon Steel Chain

MEGAlife is synonymous with maintenance-free roller and conveyor chains. Whether access is difficult or relubrication is inconvenient or undesirable for your food industry application, MEGAlife roller chains combine excellent wear protection and durability with corrosion protection and eco-friendliness.

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b.dry Maintenance-free Stainless Steel Chains

Stainless steel chains also belong to the “maintenance-free” category. They are extremely wear-resistant, rustproof and absolutely dry. The secret of b.dry chains is their special construction: they are made from rustproof, maintenance-free CF stainless steel with an optimised bearing design, in combination with a b.dry bush.

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b.triton Corrosion-Resistant Chains

b.triton corrosion-resistant chains are engineered for food processing environments where aggressive washdowns, moisture, and chemicals quickly compromise conventional stainless steel. Built on a high-strength carbon steel base with a proprietary protective coating, b.triton delivers exceptional tensile and fatigue strength while remaining highly resistant to corrosion. Tested for up to 1,000 hours in salt spray (ISO 9227), b.triton chains stay supple, wear-resistant, and reliable in demanding food applications—without sacrificing strength or operational smoothness.

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POC – Pin Oven Chains

Pin oven chains guarantee the safe, reliable handling of beverage cans, aerosol cans or other thin-walled hollow containers in high-speed, high-temperature applications.

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Flat Top Chains

Different versions of steel, stainless steel or plastic chains for straight or curved tracks can be used, depending on product design and requirements, Ideal for conveying food products.

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“Since making the switch, we’ve consistently achieved a minimum chain life of 18 months—double the life of the incumbent chains. This improvement has significantly reduced maintenance interventions, improved uptime, and lowered our overall maintenance costs.”
— Maintenance Manager, Global Food Manufacturer

Driving Results for Food Manufacturers

Case Study 1: Ice Cream Facility

Chain life extended from 3 months to over 24 months
Improved planning capability with chains now changed out annually as part of scheduled downtime
Significant increase in line uptime and reliability
Reduced emergency maintenance and disruption to production
Standardized solution implemented across multiple plants

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Case Study 2: Intense Heat Oven Food Manufacturer

Chain life extended from 18 months to over 2 years
$200,000+ in cost savings from reduced downtime, labor, and replacements
$95,000 in initial sales following successful testing
Significant maintenance reduction across 21 upgraded wrapper lines

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Egg Production Case Study

Can Production Case Study

Major Food Manufacturer Case Study

Hygiene and Precision

In the food industry, there’s a constant tension between the need for functional moving components and the strict hygiene standards that restrict or prohibit traditional lubrication. In many production environments — such as shuttle conveyors in bakeries — oil splashes or zinc abrasion from sprocket wear can lead to contamination, compromising both product safety and equipment reliability.

iwis chains are engineered to overcome this challenge. Manufactured to the tightest tolerances and using advanced surface treatments and materials, they ensure smooth, precise movement while meeting the most rigorous hygiene requirements. Our maintenance-free and dry-running solutions, such as MEGAlife and b.dry, eliminate the need for relubrication, preventing contamination and keeping production lines clean, reliable, and compliant.

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Why Leading Food Producers Choose iwis

Corrosion-resistant: iwis chains are made from materials and coatings specifically chosen to withstand the moisture and frequent washdowns common in food production.
Completely maintenance-free: MEGAlife and b.dry chains run clean and dry — no relubrication, no downtime for maintenance.
Proven in every condition: From sub-zero tunnel freezers to 200 °C ovens, iwis chains maintain precision and strength where others fail.
Precision you can measure: German engineering and narrow tolerances ensure consistent length accuracy and perfect fit across every link.
Trusted by global brands: Many of the world's biggest food brands rely on iwis to keep production running around the clock.
Local support, global expertise: Assembled and supported in Whitestown, Indiana, iwis USA delivers German-engineered quality with American responsiveness.
Predictive reliability: With our CCM-S Chain Condition Monitoring system, maintenance teams can track wear, plan replacements, and eliminate surprise downtime.

Cleaner operations, longer chain life, and measurable savings — all from a supplier who understands the pressures of modern food manufacturing.

No Compromises in Food Manufacturing

Clean. Reliable. Built to Last.

In food production, every second and every surface counts. Contamination, corrosion, or downtime aren’t options — they’re risks to your reputation. That’s why the world’s leading food and beverage brands choose iwis drive systems: engineered in Germany, supported in the U.S., and proven in the toughest washdown, freezer, and oven environments. Our chains and food industry conveyor systems are designed for uncompromising hygiene, durability, and precision. Because in your business, there’s no room for failure.

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