The Renold name has been associated with industry since 1879, when Hans Renold designed the first roller chain. The company he formed now designs and manufactures quality transmission chains, conveyor chains, sprockets, gearboxes, hydraulic components and systems, shaft couplings and variable speed systems. Renold Australia and New Zealand are wholly owned subsidaries of Renold PLC which is listed on the London Stock Exchange. It is one of the world's largest suppliers of mechanical power transmission and chain products with 15 factories in 7 countries, operations in 17 countries and distributors in over 70 countries.