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.

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?

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.