Furniture wheels, generally known as furniture casters, are wheel assemblies that are attached to the bottoms of furniture legs to provide furniture mobility and shock absorption. An example of industry-specific furniture wheels is medical and hospital furniture casters, which are medium-duty with soft polyamide rubber wheels and polypro injection molded housings for smooth, quiet operation.
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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 furniture 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 furniture wheels, their extensive line has the perfect product to match all of your specifications. 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 furniture 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 furniture 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 furniture wheels.
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Furniture Wheels
The main purpose for furniture wheels is to allow furniture to move across the floor with minimal friction and scratching. Furniture wheels are typically used on beds, chairs and tables in homes, offices, schools, hospitals, banquet halls, restaurants, retail stores, truck garages and industrial manufacturing plants and warehouses. However, being able to roll tables, chairs and equipment platforms around smoothly is also important in the manufacturing industry, with equipment, workstations and chairs frequently being moved around. It is also very important in hospitals, where computer stations, beds, IV racks and other equipment are constantly in transit. Furniture wheels are primarily constructed of wheels, caster frames and legs. The wheels are positioned between the legs of the caster frame, which can be mounted to objects by an axle or bolt. There are two main types of caster frames: swivel frames, which allow full 360ยบ movement; and rigid frames, which only allow back and forth movement. When the wheel is installed into the caster frame, two legs are attached to either side of the wheel, and the wheel is held in place between these two legs by an axle or bolt.The majority of furniture wheels are made from materials that are specific to the surface on which they will be rolling as well as the load they are carrying. The most common materials for furniture wheels are molded urethane, which performs well in high-moisture applications; rubber, which absorbs shock well and is noiseless; and thermoplastic, which is ideal for clean environments. Common surfaces with which furniture wheels come into contact are carpet, plastic and hardwood. An alternative to furniture wheels are furniture glides, which are wheel-less furniture leg attachments that allow furniture to sit or be moved across the floor with minimal friction and scratching. Office tables and household furniture that remain stationary do not need casters; they are usually fitted with furniture glides instead. The choice between a furniture wheel and a glide should be made based on careful consideration of the utilities' intended application.
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