Sudenga Bucket Elevator Down: Seized Pins Won't Press Out
Sudenga bucket elevator stopped by frozen chain pins that refuse to move.
Why Chain Pins Seize
Your elevator is down and production stalled until those pins come out.
Torching risks damage and safety issues in a rushed field repair.
Corrosion, wear, and contamination pack material tight—pins won't budge under normal press force.
Why This Happens
Corrosion builds rust between pin and sidebar, locking the joint solid. Wear and contamination pack debris into tight tolerances, increasing friction. Repeated load cycling plus thermal changes cause material expansion and pack-out, turning pins into permanent stakes.
Why Operators Choose Kingpin Breaker
Removes seized pins safely with no torch or heat
Delivers controlled hydraulic force for clean extraction
Cuts downtime with fast field repairs
Portable design fits tight equipment access
Prevents chain damage during urgent breakdowns
Built to Perform.
PIN LENGTH RANGE
2.25" – 7.8"
INCLUDES MULTI-CHAIN KIT
(2) Pin Cavities, (4) Pushpins, (5) Spacers
DIMENSIONS (Tool Body)
16.5" × 2.5" × 16"
PIN DIAMETER
1.125" and below
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER
15-ton Hand Pump (foot pedal available)
WEIGHT
28 lbs.
Why Maintenance Teams Trust Kingpin Breaker
Fast. Safe. Simple. Versatile.
Fast
Break even the most
stubborn chains in about
two minutes.
Safe
Reduce hand and back injuries — no hammers, torches, or channel locks.
Simple
Lightweight, intuitive design. Set up and service chains immediately.
Versatile
One tool for almost all chain sizes — fits in tight spaces with ease.
How it Works
From Setup to Break in Minutes.
Real Breakdown Scenarios We Fix
Elevator halted mid-shift by pins that won't press out manually
Scheduled maintenance delayed by multiple frozen pins in the chain
Emergency callout after contamination packs joints solid overnight
Pins seized after high-load cycles refuse hydraulic press attempts
Field repair blocked by pins too tight for standard shop tools
Request a Quote
Seized pin? Not for long.
Kingpin Breaker
Make stubborn pins tap out.
Contact
Email: cooper@kingpinbreaker.com
Phone: (262) 781-3870
Location
Wisconsin, USA
Kingpin Breaker is an aftermarket tool compatible with chain systems used on Sudenga equipment. Not affiliated with Sudenga.