November 26, 2012
If there’s one word that characterizes every good caster currently on the market, it would be “durable.” These small but mighty wheels are used in a wide variety of environments, from factories and industrial warehouses to hospitals and offices. Through it all, they must resist wear and tear, rust, and damage that can be wrought…
Though casters are typically associated with large-scale commercial usage and mobility, they’re actually a great way to make typical office furniture or home decor items more portable than they’d be otherwise. This is made possible by smaller, light duty casters that can be attached to existing furniture in a number of ways, using either a…
Selecting the right equipment for handling and transporting industrial materials can be a relatively vexing process, with a larger number of considerations. Buyers need to be aware of how heavy their materials are, or how heavy the equipment is. They also have to ensure that the product they select for transportation has the proper equipment…
Two Main Types of Casters Although casters can come in many different designs, they can all be classified into two main types. Casters can be swivel or rigid. Of course, the two main types are self-explanatory as to how they behave. The swivel casters allow for a full range of circular movement of the caster…
The convenience of caster wheels is a benefit for any home or office. The problem arises when one of those wheels breaks or is damaged. Furniture that once easily moved across the floor now becomes an unmoving lump. Some people adjust to the idea that the piece of furniture will never move easily again. Others…
When it comes to classifying medium casters, many people simply assume that one type of caster can (and does) perform all jobs. This, however, is not the case, as medium casters come in a number of different types and can even be paired with different kinds of wheels. It is this diversity of caster and…
Furniture casters may be found on home and office furnishings. Casters utilized on furniture are similar to heavy duty casters used in warehouses and industrial applications. Casters for furniture are often designed to swivel in a 360 degree circle for ease of movement of the furniture piece, as with industrial casters. However, casters for furniture…
Rolling safety ladders allow individuals to safely access high shelves and collections of items. These ladders are constructed with many safety features. Rolling ladders are mobile and many are equipped with swivel casters to allow the ladder fit into narrow aisles and small spaces. These rolling ladders are also equipped with safety railings to enhance…
It’s no secret that the current economy is one that can be on the upswing one day, and heading into the downward spiral the next. This type of environment requires a warehouse that uses the right tools to promote good productivity, excellent safety, and an overall high level of cost savings. When it comes to…
A good set of casters can make a difference in the functionality, efficiency and value of a piece of equipment or furniture. There are several factors to consider when choosing a quality caster  distributor. Quality Is Important Different caster distributors may have different types of material available in their selection of casters. Some types of…
