Hmm, I was hoping that I could somehow integrate a better method than pulling back really hard while simultaneously tightening (as I have done many times with my Bianchi Milano). I find I have to first cinch the non-drive side in its approximate final location then use the tire/rim as a lever arm to get enough tension on the chain (I can't get enough tension by pulling on the nuts, and inevitably end up getting slack in the chain once I begin to tighten).
Anyway, I'm pretty sure I've seen some conversions with a threaded tensioner of some kind.
In a pinch, I can just do the ol' pull and tighten, but would prefer a more graceful solution that can get proper tension on the chain.