3C CATENE

For over 50 years, we’ve specialised in crafting iron and stainless steel chains ranging from 1.30 to 3.90 mm in diameter. To date, we are the largest Italian producers of small chains.

100% MADE IN ITALY

Our commitment to sourcing materials and processing from local suppliers ensures a production cycle that delivers chains with declared and guaranteed dimensions, from the first link to the last.

CUSTOMISED CHAINS

We offer customisable options for all our chains, allowing you to choose the link size, finish, and packaging to suit your specific needs and applications.

3C Catalogue

Discover our range of products by clicking on the specific type you’re interested in.

Our customers

We specialise in supplying chains and tailored solutions to three distinct types of companies (exclusively for professional use), each with unique product requirements and purchase volumes.
We serve as subcontracting partners for semi-finished chains, and we also offer our products in customised packaging and quantities ready for retail sale or immediate use.

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Partners

Chain manufacturers that want to expand their catalogue offer

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Retailers

Wholesalers and distributors

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Manufacturers

Manufacturers who use chains into their products or processes/installations

Fields of use

Our chains have multiple uses and are used in various fields of application. In particular, chains are essential for delineating areas and pathways, connecting components securely, and supporting small to medium loads effectively.
For every application, we can supply you directly with the component tailored to your requirements, ready for immediate use.
Tell us what you need to do and we’ll help you find the best solution.

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35,000 MT OF CHAIN PRODUCED EVERY DAY

Our machine fleet, featuring 37 automatic bending-welding machines, has been fully designed, engineered, and manufactured by us in collaboration with specialized external companies.

News

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Closing Christmas time

on the occasion of the Christmas holidays, our company will be closed from Wednesday 24th of December 2025 to Tuesday 6th of January 2026.

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2024 in transparency: 3C Catene’s first Sustainability Report

We are pleased to announce the publication of our first Sustainability Report 2024, developed in collaboration with the Como- Lecco Chamber of Commerce and made public to ensure maximum transparency for customers, partners, and the community. Here is the link to download the document: https://colc.csrreport.it/rapporti The report provides a detailed and concrete description of our […]

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3C CATENE quality controls: precision, reliability, and consistent performance

For us, quality is not a result but an ongoing process. Constant, methodical, and meticulous controls are essential in order to achieve a product of good, consistent quality and therefore reliability. During the automatic production of our chains, we meticulously verify:– The shape of the link: a chain with a regular, flat shape, in addition […]

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3C Catene

We are a second-generation artisan company led by Walter and Luca Cortiana, sons of the founder Giampietro. Located in Lecco, a renowned Italian wire district, we carry on the tradition of excellence in wire and chain production. Our history is rooted in values that go beyond mere economic results, focusing on building profitable relationships and collaborations within our community. These partnerships have enriched our work, fostering year-over-year success in the market.

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