The caster. It’s typically the unsung hero often overlooked, yet an extremely vital accessory to any business operation throughout any industry. We very often take for granted the convenience provided by the small, forgettable wheels and casters. They’re always with us, found on the bottom of many pieces of furniture and equipment that we don’t realize we use on a daily basis. Because they are often overlooked we also fail to recognize the vast variety that is available and the importance of having just the right caster for the furniture and job.
So, when it comes to casters for your business operation, choose wisely.
The Magic of a Sphere
One of the most widely used types of casters is the spherical caster. Spherical casters can be used on a multitude of items allowing for ease and smoothness of movement.
Spherical Casters are utilized anywhere a considerable amount of movement and transport is needed. You find them being used in the following applications:
- Furniture
- Fixtures
- Medical equipment
- Office equipment
A spherical caster is made of a spherical ball encased inside a restraining fixture allowing for movement in any direction due to its unique design. Another thing to consider when purchasing your fleet of
spherical casters is how it attaches to furniture or piece of equipment. Depending on the use of the object, it varies. Now there are many stem options available. Here’s your selection in this category:
- Threaded Stem
- Grip Ring Stem
- Grip Neck Stem
- Swivel Top Plate
What Colors Are Available for ?
Spherical casters are an important element for furniture and equipment. They are utilized in public spaces such as businesses and medical offices so, the overall appearance is very important. Therefore Baron Spherical casters are available in a variety of finishes such as:
- Metallized Brass in spherical soft rubber or spherical polyolefin
- Windsor Antique in spherical soft rubber or spherical polyolefin
- Bright Chrome available in spherical polyolefin
Each spherical caster has a dynamic load that ranges from 70 to 80 lbs. Wheel diameters come in 1 5/8” or 2”. The spherical caster with a 1 5/8” diameter has a swivel radius of 1 ¾” and a mounting height f 2 5/16”. The spherical casters with a 2” diameter have a swivel radius of 2 1/4” and a mounting height of 2 5/8”. With the threaded stem model, you will find that the features include a double ball bearing raceway with an octagon washer on the stem. Bot the tem and top plate models are also heat treated which makes it a longer lasting caster. At any rate, no matter what size or mounting model you need, you will be able to find the appropriate one in a color and metal that compliments your décor.
Determining the Right Size Caster for Your Equipment or Furniture
It’s very important that the caster you choose to make your furniture or equipment mobile with is the right size. It’s also crucial to select the right kind of material because these details affect the way the caster functions. The size of a caster will determine how well it will perform for the task at hand. If you choose too big of a caster, you risk having an imbalanced load if you’re transporting a stack of lightweight items.
For heavyweight items, the smaller the caster, the better. Keeping items low to the ground will make the items transported and the caster one solid unit moving together, reducing anything from toppling over.
Depending on the type material your caster is made of, a larger wheel can become a bit more sensitive to the bumps and topple over creating an inconvenient spill. Depending on what kind of materials you’re transporting accidents like this could become a huge liability. Such things can be avoided if the right kind of caster is selected for the job.
Need Help Choosing the Right Kind of Caster for Your Particular Job?
When it comes to choosing the best caster for the job, the decision can be a tough one unless you have the assistance of a knowledgeable representative who is familiar with all the details.
At Douglas Equipment we pride ourselves with having over 50 years of experience in the caster and moving equipment business. When it comes to moving, we know how best to get the job done and are more than happy to share our knowledge and expertise with you so that you can make informed decisions when it comes to your work.
Buy Baron Spherical Casters at Wholesale Prices
Furthermore, you have the opportunity to buy quality casters in bulk at a discount price. This is an added benefit that will save your company money because the more spherical casters you buy, the lower the unit price may be. Since we get our Baron Spherical Casters directly from Shepherd, we’re able to provide you with some of the best prices in the market. We also have the resources needed to custom design a spherical caster that will fit your business needs.
Make the Call and Place Your Order!
We provide exceptional service in all of the material-handling equipment offered so that you can do your job better! Whatever the team at Douglas Equipment can do to help you improve your caster needs, we’re here to help. Feel free to contact us online with any questions you may have about Shepherd’s Baron Spherical Casters or any other type you may think may be better suited for your company. Call our customer service department today toll-free at 1-800-451-0300.
