About Colson
Colson is the world's most complete caster line — light-duty through extra-heavy-duty, standard through specialty, across every tread material. As a Colson Master Platinum Distributor (a limited status in North America), Douglas Equipment maintains the deepest Florida Colson inventory. Through the Master Platinum Distributor relationship, we also support sister brands from the Colson Group — Albion, Shepherd, Pemco, and Faultless — without the lead time of going through a separate channel.
Why Douglas Stocks Colson
- Series 1, 2, 4, 6 and MedCaster in stock; Encore and Kingpinless typically special order
- Colson Group sister brands available: Albion, Shepherd, Pemco, Faultless
- Master Distributor — products beyond standard catalog availability
- Custom fabricated specifications available
- Same-day quotes on most SKUs
Colson Series Breakdown
The lineup we stock and support, with the application sweet spot for each.
| Series | Capacity | Wheel | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Series 1 | 40 – 125 lbs per caster | 2.5" – 4" | Light-duty institutional — office furniture, dollies, light retail carts |
| Series 2 ★ Largest selection of fastenings: plates, threaded stems, grip rings, square stems, pipe adapters, etc. | 125 – 350 lbs per caster | 3" – 5" | Medium institutional — service carts, AV carts, hospitality |
| Series 4 ★ Highest-volume series we stock | 300 – 1,250 lbs per caster | 3" – 8" | Workhorse medium-duty — warehouse pick carts, distribution, general industrial |
| Series 6 | 500 – 2,500 lbs per caster | 4" – 10" | Heavy industrial — production fixtures, fab carts, heavier dock equipment |
| Encore | 1,200 – 4,000 lbs per caster | 6" – 12" | Economical line in most popular sizes — usually special order |
| Kingpinless ★ No kingpin in swivel to stretch under shock — eliminates the #1 wear point at heavy load | 2,000 – 10,000+ lbs per caster | 6" – 12" | Extra-heavy industry — mold/die transport, foundry, MRO |
| MedCaster | 125 – 1,500 lbs per caster | 4" – 8" | Hospital beds, gurneys, IV poles, procedure carts — total-lock, low-noise operation |
Colson — Technical Reference
| Documentation | Contact our team for official manufacturer documentation and specifications. |
|---|---|
| Tread compounds available | Polyurethane (85A–95A), TPR, phenolic, cast iron, conductive PU, food-grade TPU |
| Frame finishes | Zinc-plated steel, powder-coated, 304 SS |
| Custom assembly | In-house at Miami: wheel swap, brake addition, custom plate dim. Typical 2–4 weeks. |
| Sister brands (Colson Group) | Albion (heavy-duty), Shepherd (architectural / institutional), Pemco, Faultless |
Stock & Lead Time
Series 1, 2, 4, 6, MedCaster: same-day will-call from Miami stock. Encore and Kingpinless > 5,000 lb capacity: typically special order, 2–5 days. Sister-brand items (Albion, Shepherd): same factory channel, 5–10 days.
Information to Have Ready Before Calling
- Application (warehouse, food, medical, manufacturing, etc.)
- Total loaded weight per cart and number of casters
- Wheel diameter required (or available clearance)
- Mount type (plate dimensions, stem size, threaded/grip-ring)
- Brake requirement (none, side-lock, total-lock)
- Environmental factors (temperature, washdown, chemicals, ESD)
- Quantity per SKU (volume pricing varies by item — call for confirmation)
Manufacturer Resources
How to Get a Quote
For Colson casters, the fastest path is a phone call: (305) 888-3700. Tell us the application (load capacity, floor type, environment) and we'll spec the right product in 5 minutes. Same-day quotes on in-stock items. Custom assembly available with 2–4 week lead time.
Prefer to start in writing? Use the multi-step quote form and our team will follow up within 2 business hours.
Categories We Cover with This Brand
Drill into each category for full specifications, applications, and the right configuration for your use case.
Casters
Heavy-Duty Industrial Casters
1,500–10,000 lbs per caster
Casters
Extra-Heavy / Kingpin-less Casters
10,000–44,000 lbs per caster
Casters
Stainless Steel Casters
Food, pharma, marine, and corrosive environments
Casters
Medical-Grade Casters
Hospital, surgical, and healthcare equipment
Casters
Food-Service & NSF Casters
Built for direct food-contact zones
Casters
Polyurethane Casters
Most-specified tread for warehouse and industrial floors
Casters
ESD / Conductive Casters
Static-dissipative for electronics and explosive atmospheres
Casters
High-Temperature Casters
Ovens, autoclaves, foundries — 200°F to 1,000°F+ operation
Casters
Custom Caster Assembly
Specified, sourced, and assembled in-house at our Miami warehouse
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