Built on Craftsmanship Since 1984

Excel Machine & Mfg. manufactures heavy-duty apron chains and replacement components trusted by dealers, repair shops, farmers and OEMs across the US and Canada.
Family-built manufacturing with over 40 years of experience.

A Family-Built Manufacturing Company

Excel Machine & Mfg. was founded in 1984 by Hank Van Bochove with a simple philosophy: build quality products, stand behind your work and take care of your customers.

What started as a commitment to solid craftsmanship and dependable service has grown into a trusted manufacturer serving customers throughout the United States and Canada.

For decades, we’ve helped dealers, repair shops, farmers, ranchers and industrial operators keep equipment running with reliable replacement chains, paddles and custom-built solutions.

Heavy-Duty Chains & Components Built for Real-World Work

Manufactured for agriculture, industrial material handling and custom applications.

Apron Chains

Heavy-duty chains for manure spreaders, trailers and conveyor systems.

Agricultural Chains

Built for spreaders, forage systems and agricultural equipment.

Industrial Chains

Custom-built conveyor and material handling chains for industrial applications.

Paddles & Components

Replacement paddles, quick-attach systems and supporting components.

Custom Manufacturing

Chains and components built to match your exact specifications.

OEM Replacement Chains

Compatible replacement chains for leading equipment brands.

Built Better. Delivered Faster.

Fast Turnaround

Next-day production when possible to reduce downtime.

High-Quality Materials

Built for durability in demanding agricultural and industrial environments.

Competitive Pricing

Cost-effective alternatives to OEM without sacrificing quality.

Custom Solutions

Chains and components built to your exact application requirements.

Serving Customers Across the US & Canada

Excel Machine & Mfg. proudly serves:

  • Equipment dealers
  • Repair shops
  • Farmers & ranchers
  • OEM manufacturers
  • Industrial operators

Whether you need a single replacement chain or a custom-built solution, we’re committed to delivering dependable products with responsive service.

Built on Experience. Focused on Performance.

Years Experience

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Manufacturing since 1984

Fast Turnaround

Next-day builds when possible

US & Canada Coverage

Serving customers across North America

Trusted by Dealers, Repair Shops & Operators

“Excel delivers quality products, fast turnaround and dependable service every time.”

Built Around Customer Needs

We understand that downtime costs money. That’s why we focus on:

  • Fast production timelines
  • Reliable quality
  • Responsive service
  • Custom-built solutions

Our goal is simple: help customers get the right parts quickly and keep equipment running.

About Excel Machine & Mfg.

When was Excel Machine & Mfg. founded?
Excel Machine & Mfg. was founded in 1984 by Hank Van Bochove.
We manufacture apron chains, agricultural chains, industrial chains, paddles and replacement components.
Yes, we can build chains and components to match your exact specifications.
We serve dealers, repair shops, OEMs, farmers, ranchers and industrial customers across the US and Canada.

Let’s Build the Right Solution

Whether you need replacement chains, custom-built components or expert guidance, our team is ready to help.
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