A Constantly Moving City
Large metropolitan cities, such as Miami, have lots of activity. More often than not, these cities are often centered around areas that are close to waterways, as they are the original methods of shipping items. With international airports and ports, like the ones in Miami, there is constant movement. Every day Miami sees not only a large influx of traveling people but also a large influx of equipment, property, products and various kinds of merchandise. Due to this elevated sense and amount of daily movement, international cities like Miami have certain needs that other cities may not have. Because items of all kinds need to be moved from one place to another, and are being taken off of ships, trucks and airplanes and moved to other locations via other vehicles and alternate forms of transportation, there is a heightened need for mobile equipment. Depending on the specifics of the material and items to be moved, as well as where it needs to be moved to, there are many different needs.
Small, but Highly Mobile
Most people who are in the business of moving things know that one of the easiest ways to make things mobile is to add casters. Casters are a simple, small addition that can have a great impact on the speed and efficiency of the rate of movement of many things. Additionally, there are so many caster types and designs available; there is literally a caster to suit every specific need.
The Importance of Choice
Casters usually come in three basic categories: light, medium and heavy. This weight designation is directly related to the weight load bearing capacity that each caster is able to handle. This is a very important detail because choosing the wrong size caster can cause undue damage to the caster, which can result in fast wear and tear. Additionally, choosing the wrong caster can also cause the caster to damage to the floor over which it is traveling, resulting in excessive costs and the need for repairs. Choosing wisely is not a difficult task if certain details are given sufficient attention.
Caster Details
There are specific details that can be looked at, such as the material of the wheel of the caster, the size and shape of the caster housing, the mounting attachment of the caster and more. To help decide which caster is best for the job, it is necessary to determine the responsibilities of the job at hand and the work conditions in which the job will take place.
Things to Keep In Mind When Making the Caster Choice
Some of the questions to consider may include:
• What exactly is the item that needs to be made mobile?
• How far does the item need to travel?
• How often does it need to be moved?
• Over what type of terrain will it need to travel?
• Is the ground or floor surface rough and bumpy, or is it slick and smooth?
• Does the item need to go outside, or does it stay inside?
• Are there any hazardous materials or liquids that the caster may come in contact with?
Another Option for Mobility
These questions are important when determining other things, too. Although casters are a great way to make things mobile, some items may require more features. Taking the time to consider all of the possibilities will help you conclude whether or not more is needed for the job, as well as if a more heavy duty material handling piece of equipment is needed. Just as there are many different varieties of casters available, there are also various options when it comes to material handling equipment. Again, with the constant influx of people and items in large cities such as Miami, there will be a need to have different options of equipment to mobilize things in various ways. Because the possibilities are endless when it comes to what, how and where things need to be moved, the possibilities of the equipment to get them moved are also endless.
Specific To the Job
No matter what it is that needs to be moved, there is a proper piece of equipment that can ensure that the item is moved in the safest, most efficient manner and, in turn, can lighten the load for the individual performing the job. Despite all of the options available to meet your needs, there are also specialized types of equipment that are designed for very specific jobs. The types of equipment include, but are not limited to: hand trucks and drum handling equipment, carts, dollies and platform trucks, and lifts. It is guaranteed that there is one piece of equipment that offers just the right strength, fit, leverage and proportion to best accomplish the specific job with the most speed and ease. Additionally, not only can you choose a certain type of equipment, but there may be moving equipment accessories that can assist in increasing the abilities of the material handling equipment. This will ensure that both the life of the equipment is lengthened and that the safety of the material is increased. Matching the proper piece of material handling equipment to the job will also help to ensure the safety of the worker using the equipment.
Contact Us
With all of the options to make things mobile, the decision of what is the best can be difficult. That is why we at Douglas Equipment pride ourselves in having a fully knowledgeable staff that can assist you with any of your industry questions and needs. We have almost sixty years experience in the material handling and caster business, and can anticipate many of the questions and concerns that you may have. Through our substantial training, we are able to help you determine what items and equipment would be the most beneficial to your business’s needs. Please contact us Toll-free at 1-800-451-0030, or locally at 305-888-3700. You can also reach us by contacting us through the Contact Us section on our website. We look forward to hearing from you.
