A caster wheel provides easy movement for objects to which a caster assembly is attached. Caster wheels can have full 360º movement or solely straight-line movement, depending on the type of caster frame used. Caster wheels have become a vital component of the furniture industry, bringing mobility to objects such as tables, chairs, bed frames, desks and more.
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Payson Casters, Inc.Gurnee, IL 800-323-4552 Payson Casters is a complete manufacturing facility where an idea can easily be taken from concept to completion. With over one hundred and thirty years of experience creating a wide range of products you need, including caster wheels, there is no better place to turn for your next order. For all inquiries, please phone your nearest Payson Distributor or contact the factory.
Hamilton® Caster & Mfg. Co.Hamilton, OH 888-699-7164 At Hamilton Caster they understand that fast delivery is critical. For this reason they offer same day shipping on many of their high quality products. For superior service, be sure to choose Hamilton. When it comes to caster wheels, their extensive line has the perfect product to match all of your specifications. Call or visit their website today to get started locating the right product for you.
Colson® Caster CorporationJonesboro, AR 800-643-5515 Since they began in 1885, Colson Caster has been defining innovation. Through commitment to technology and their customers they have been able to become a leader in the field. Offering an extensive line of products, they have the perfect caster wheels for your next order. For inquires and quotes be sure to call or visit Colson Caster's website today.
Faultless® CasterNashville, TN 866-316-2163 Since 1889, Faultless Caster has provided the models and products needed for nearly any mobility purpose. Drawing on over 100 years of combined experience in design and testing, their engineers utilize the latest technologies to design and test innovative new products to meet specific customer needs. For your next order of caster wheels, contact Faultless for service you can trust.
Shepherd® Caster CorporationSt. Joseph, MI 800-253-0868 The Shepherd Caster Corporation is a leading designer and manufacturer of cutting edge mobility solutions for a variety of OEM markets. For this company a constantly evolving quality system ensures appropriate controls are in place at all times. They constantly strive to set the standards in manufacturing and automation. Contact them today for your caster wheels.
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Caster Wheels
Caster wheels are utilized by a variety of industries, including construction, pharmaceutical, medical, manufacturing, food distribution and retail. These industries utilize caster wheels for applications including hospital beds, shopping carts, office chairs, material handling equipment and platform trucks. Caster wheels are extremely versatile and vary greatly in terms of their styles and purposes. Caster wheels are positioned between the legs of the caster frame, which can be mounted to objects by an axle or bolt. Since the function of the caster wheel is to roll on different flooring surfaces, it is situated as the lowest part of the caster assembly. Caster wheels can be made specifically for different industries or applications. Some of the more common wheel types include pneumatic caster wheels, which are filled with air and are designed for fragile, heavy cargo; dual wheel casters, which allow for high load capacity and durable service; and furniture wheel casters, which are specifically designed to add mobility to furniture. Caster wheels range from standard to heavy duty and can have hard or soft tires. Caster wheels generally vary in size, are able to accommodate different load capacities and are structured to be used on various floor types such as carpet, plastic or hardwood.
Caster wheels can be solid or spoked. They are constructed from a variety of materials, each material specific to the industry it serves. The most common caster wheel materials include thermoplastic, which is ideal for clean environments; rubber, which absorbs shock well and is noiseless; and molded polyurethane, which performs well in high-moisture applications as well as being shock-absorbent and more wear-resistant than rubber. Plastic and resin are cost-effective materials that are widely used in industries such as industrial warehouses and high temperature food processing plants. Nylon, which provides excellent resistance to chemicals and is ideal under wet conditions, is also a popular caster construction material.
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