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ity on the Go
ity on the GoMiami is a place of constant movement. A local home to many different types of industries, it is the chosen location of many businesses’ headquarters. From production to distribution, importing and exporting, Miami is a hub of activity. Warehousing companies, shipping industries, production companies, many of the leading companies make their home in Miami, creating an environment of constant movement. Any industry that is on the go has a need for mobile equipment, and one of the staples of mobile equipment is a small and often overlooked item, the caster.
Customer Satisfaction
Although small, the caster provides added speed and therefore increases efficiency of your businesses daily actions. By increasing the speed and efficiency in the workplace it can help alleviate stress on workers and can actually end up saving your company money in the long run. A well-run company is a testament to its management and can make a lasting impression on its clients. Customers and clients like to deal with businesses that are good at what they do and customer satisfaction generates repeat business. With this in mind, it is important to pay attention to even the small details and take the necessary time needed to choose wisely.
Asking the Right Questions to Make the Best Choice
When choosing the caster that matches the job at hand, it is important to understand the types of questions that need to be asked to make the best determination. First, what is the main job that needs to be accomplished? In an environment that is constantly moving, what exactly needs to be moved? How will it be moved? Over what type of terrain does it need to be able to traverse? Will the ground surface be smooth or bumpy? Will it be slick? Will it have hazardous materials or liquids on it? Does the item being moved need to be handled with special care? Is it extra-heavy? Is it oddly shaped or fragile? Is the environment one in which noise is a concern? Is the environment one of high visibility that would require attention to appearance? These are some of the questions that can help to determine the most specific casters for the job at hand.
Many Different Categories of Options
Shepherd Casters, designing and manufacturing casters for over fifty years offers a large selection of casters to meet any mobility need. Some of the main categories of casters that they design include:
• Light Duty Wheel Casters
• Medium Duty Wheel Casters
• Medium/Heavy Duty Wheel Casters
• Heavy Duty Wheel Casters
• Stainless Steel Casters
• Twin Wheel Casters
• Decorative Casters
• Medical Casters
• Business Machine Casters
• Speciality Casters
Within these different categories there are a large range of more specific options. Each set of options has a different list of attributes that combine to make them each more or less suitable for specific jobs. That is why it is important to have answered some of the previously indicated questions to be able to help in the process of choosing. These questions are directly related to the design attributes of the casters. For example, depending on the floor type that the casters will be going over, that will determine what type of wheel that is needed. The wheels are made from a wide variety of materials. Some materials are harder and glide more smoothly. Some materials have a slight give, which can aid in shock absorption. Some materials are made to withstand high temperatures caused by extreme friction and some materials are specially designed to hold up even if exposed to hazardous materials and chemicals that may be on the floor over which they travel. These details and others are important to consider.
Yet Another Detail
Another aspect of the caster is the material and design of the wheel housing. Depending on the environment the appearance can play an important role. Certain workplaces such as doctor’s offices, those in the hospitality industry, and any service industry in which the clientele expects a certain atmosphere benefit from choosing casters of a certain quality that coordinate and provide a polished look. This may seem like a very small detail, but it is the small details that can provide an immediate impression of your business’s standards to the client. By paying attention to the small details it can make your business stand out among the rest.
When the Basic Options Are Not Enough, Worry Not
Many of these details are standard options that are available in the basic line of casters. However, sometimes the job at hand calls for a more specific configuration. In this case it is important to remember the availability of specialty casters. Some of the specialty casters manufactured by Shepherd Casters include: Ladder Casters, Glass Handling Casters, PDT Casters, and Self-Breaking Chair Casters. Each of these casters provides more specific actions for certain types of jobs. And even these sub-categories have some more specific options to further customize your choice. So no matter what the mobile job it is that your business needs to accomplish, there is a caster than can meet your specific needs.
Quality Meets Quality
Shepherd Casters, a leading designer in the industry, trusts Douglas Equipment to be a provider of its quality casters. Douglas Equipment is a provider of quality casters and material handling equipment located in South Florida. When it comes to our customers we believe in providing top-notch products and superior customer service. We understand that the small details can make all the difference, and therefore we strive to help you be informed of all the possible options available to you so that you can make the most informed decision. To find out more about the large selection of casters available through Douglas Equipment, please contact us Toll-free at 1-800-451-0030, or locally at 305-888-3700. You can also reach us through the Contact Us section on our website. We look forward to hearing from you soon and helping you to find the best caster for your specific job and business.
