Perpetual Motion
In today’s constantly moving world, there are various ways in which we experience movement. In both the physical and virtual worlds, the goal these days is to move quickly and with greater efficiency than ever previously experienced. This desire for perpetual movement is translated into all walks of life and areas of business. From the speed of the internet to the speed of transit, it seems every day has an interaction with some form of motion. We can provide you with the best stock of heavy-duty casters to help you keep your things moving.
Mobility Solutions
Mobility is created by various technologies, spanning all varieties of high and low tech. One consistently useful accessory that aids in making much of the world mobile is the simple caster. It is an easy solution and option that can greatly increase the mobility of many different items used daily in both home and work.
Many industries rely on the use of casters to accomplish daily tasks in a more speedy, efficient way. Some of these include the hospitality industry, the service industry, the airline industry, the construction industry, the shipping industry, and many more.
Matching Caster to Environment
Considering the many possibilities of different work environments in which casters can be used, it is vital to consider that for as many different work conditions there are, there are just as many varieties and options of different types of casters available. A continued aspect is how the different types of casters can potentially interact with the different work environments in which they might be used.
To better understand this aspect, it is necessary to have as many details as possible of the specific jobs to be performed and the environment in which it will be performed. To this end, there are many easy questions that you can ask and answer to understand the job that is to be performed. By gaining this understanding, it is then possible to match the variables of the caster design to best match the correct caster to the job and work environment. At Douglas Equipment, we can help you select the best option of heavy-duty casters that fit your necessity.
Determining the Details
The questions to be asked are simple and logical. They may include questions like: What is it that needs to be made mobile? Does it have an unusual shape? How does it need to be handled? For example, is it fragile? What is the item’s total weight? Possibly the item is unusually heavy or its load is distributed in a manner that is not balanced; therefore, how can this be addressed? What is the distance that which the item needs to be moved? And then, what type of ground or terrain will the item be moved over? Regarding the terrain, is it a natural surface, or is it manmade? What is the texture of the floor or ground surface? Is it rough and bumpy? Or is the surface smooth? Is the surface slippery or possibly a combination of textures? Will the area be one in which there could be high levels of moisture or possibly exposure to hazardous chemicals?
These questions can help to point you in the most accurate direction to aid in making the appropriate decision of which caster will be the best match for the job and the specific work environment in which it will be accomplished. After gaining a clearer picture of the type of job and work environment, it is then possible to better understand the different types of casters available and how they may or may not match up.
Weight Distinctions
By taking the time to match the best caster to the job, it will ensure that you can get the most out of your caster purchase. Choosing can be a difficult task because of the wide variety of standard and specific options of available casters. To have a basic understanding of the available options, it is helpful to know that standard casters are divided into three categories, Light-duty casters, Medium-duty casters, and Heavy-duty casters. These category designators refer to the individual weight load capacities of the individual casters, not to the weight of the casters themselves.
However, it can be logically assumed that in order to carry a larger weight load, the caster is often made of heavier material to withstand a heavier load. Additionally, the differing weight load capacities are made possible due to the specific combinations of each of the individual casters’ structural design, makeup, and material.
Mounting and Wheels
Other details to consider include the mounting system and the design of the caster wheel. The mounting system is the mechanism by which the caster is attached to the item that will be made mobile. Some of the basic mounting options that are available include top plate, threaded stem, stainless steel, expanding adapter stem, square stem, grip ring stem, pipe thread stem, modular stem, top plate swivel, and the kingpinless top plate. The wheels come in various heights, widths, and tread and material options. Some of the available wheel material options include: performa, performa conductive, polyolefin, polyurethane Hi-Tech, phenolic, cast iron, maxim, and thermo.
Specialty Is An Option
The varieties mentioned above are within the standard options. In addition to those options, there are also a wide variety of specialty options designed with very specific options in mind. Some of the specialty caster options that are available include concealed side mount casters, glass cutting table casters, spring-loaded door casters, die-cast aluminum leveling casters, gravity lock ladder casters, rug runner casters, high-capacity and low overall height extrathane casters. There is a caster for any job and work environment with all of the possible combinations of specifications.
No matter what type of caster you find yourself in need of, Douglas Equipment can help you find the best possible option. We pride ourselves in maintaining a full in-stock selection, cutting down on your wait time while offering the best possible industry prices.
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 working with you.
