Founded in 1943, Chaney Instrument Co. and its AcuRite brand have earned a long-standing reputation as a leading manufacturer of weather products and devices to enhance the monitoring of your connected home environment.

THE CHANEY STORY

2023 marks 80 years of the Chaney Instrument Co.! From a start in the early 1940s aiding U.S. war efforts during WWII to a focus on in-home and consumer products following the war to an evolution toward the user-friendly technologically advanced weather systems enjoyed by thousands of customers today, Chaney has a long and compelling story.

Read a brief history of how Chaney Instrument Co. got its start

Logos through the years

Products Through the Decades

Did you know that Chaney Insturment Co. created glass ampules for explosives and clinometers to indicate the angle that ships sat in the ocean during the 1940s—or, that AcuRite Swizzle Stick Stirring Thermometers and Deep Frying Candy and Jelly Thermometer were popular items in the 1960s?

Read about more interesting products through the decades

The Rich History of Women Employees

As many men left to fight in World War II, Chaney recruited and hired many women (one of which was his sister) in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, to help him determine the cause of these glass impurities. Learn more about how women played a role in our company's early success on our  Blog

What Is a Glass Tube Thermometer, Anyway?

Capable of measuring the temperature indoors or outdoors, the original Chaney Instrument Co. glass tube thermometer was a sealed glass tube with liquid inside. Read this blog to find out how Chaney automated the process of glass tube sealing, and how these thermometers were used.  Learn More

In 1987, Chaney Instrument Co. became a subsidiary of the Primex Family of Companies, a family-owned business headquartered in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Shortly after, Chaney Instrument Co. quickly grew to become one of the largest and most trusted manufacturers of quartz clock movements in the U.S., ultimately achieving an annual output of over 10 million clock motors. The company’s continued focus on innovation and technology led to (among other noteworthy accomplishments) the pioneering of a successful line of analog atomic clocks in 1998.

More recently, by building innovative, dependable weather sensors and smart home devices that keep you connected to your world, AcuRite has earned the title of North America's #1 weather monitoring brand. Even though we've reached that top spot, we are not resting on our laurels. We remain committed to bringing you the best products that keep you informed about your environment.

AcuRite is known for its ease of use, reliable quality, and precision accuracy. As a customer favorite, both online and in brick-and-mortar stores, you will be able to find our products throughout major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Home Depot, Lowes, and throughout various eCommerce sites.

About AcuRite

Chaney Instrument Co. is a subsidiary of the Primex Family of Companies (PFOC), a family-owned business headquartered in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Founded in 1943, Chaney Instrument Co. and its AcuRite brand have earned a long-standing reputation as the leader in precision time, temperature and weather products.

In 1987, Chaney Instrument Company became part of the Primex Family of Companies. After the acquisition, it quickly grew to become one of the largest and most trusted manufacturers of quartz clock movements in the USA, ultimately achieving an annual output of over 10 million clock motors. Never resting on laurels, Chaney continued its focus on innovation and technology. This led to (among other noteworthy accomplishments) its pioneering a successful line of analog atomic clocks in 1998. These revolutionary products continue to offer consumers unmatched convenience and performance by automatically setting themselves and maintaining accuracy to the split-second.

More recently, Chaney has firmly established its AcuRite brand as the #1 top-selling weather product line in North America. The AcuRite brand is known for its ease of use, reliable quality, precision accuracy and knowledgeable support team. AcuRite is a consumer favorite at major retailers like Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe's, Costco, Kohl's, Amazon and more. AcuRite weather products deliver dependable weather forecasts and precision measurements of outdoor and indoor environmental conditions. In contrast to the TV news or weather websites (which typically rely on regional data taken many miles away from your home), AcuRite provides actionable, personalized weather information, specific to your own back yard. 

AcuRite also offers useful technology for the kitchen. Boasting a precision line of thermometers, scales and timers, consumers can benefit from safely-stored, properly-prepared, and delicious food.

Finally, keeping up with today’s mobile technology, AcuRite augmented many of its leading weather products with internet-connectivity. This allows users to access their AcuRite sensor data from anywhere in the world using a smartphone, computer or tablet. The technology also allows users to customize alerts and receive notifications when conditions change and potentially need attention.

Thanks to AcuRite, you can monitor the places you care about most, stay informed of changing conditions, and plan the day with confidence.