November 26, 2012
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…
November 21, 2012
One of the key components of any caster is its ability to put on the brakes, quite literally, and stop all forward or backward movement. This essential feature is often overlooked by those in the market for a new set of casters, largely because most people focus on the importance of movement, rather than on the importance of stopping it. In some cases, however, there is nothing more important than stopping an office chair, desk, or piece of heavy machinery, from rolling away and toward a minefield of potential disasters.
It’s an experience that all too many hotel employees have had to endure: The deceivingly small piece of luggage that looks light as a feather, surprisingly weighing far more than predicted. This luggage, which typically needs to be taken to a room on a distant floor above the hotel’s lobby, quickly turns into a nightmare,…
November 16, 2012
Most office workers, and those who manage industrial environments, have a schematic list of things that annoy them about their job. Sometimes that list might include an annoying boss or a lazy coworker, but those things are subjective and rare. What the list almost always includes is an office chair that has stopped rolling on…
Small but Important Sometimes it is the smallest things that make the biggest difference. For those whose business relies heavily on the moving of objects, casters are one of those often overlooked, but vitally important items. Without them moving large, heavy or multiple items simultaneously is a backbreaking task. With them moving becomes a breeze.…
November 13, 2012
For most business owners, new caster wheels are a significant investment that should be able to last a pretty long amount of time. Even so, the best caster wheels require a good amount of maintenance in order to maintain their functionality for the long haul. By carefully cleaning and maintaining caster wheels, commercial business owners…
November 1, 2012
Heavy duty swivel casters increase efficiency for workers in several ways. Swivel casters differ from casters of the rigid variety. When four rigid heavy duty casters are mounted to a cart or pallet the wheels do not turn. An application that does not require the casters to allow movement in all directions is well-suited for the rigid caster.
What Is Neoprene and Why Is It Useful? Neoprene is a family of synthetic rubbers that has a variety of uses and applications. Neoprene exhibits good chemical stability, and maintains flexibility over a wide temperature range. It is well suited for industrial, medical and business applications because of its chemical resistance and great durability. One…
October 31, 2012
One of the best ways to ensure that a caster is durable and able to meet a variety of industrial demands is to opt for a spring loaded caster wheel instead of more traditional options. These caster wheels are actually designed to bear heavier loads of varying weight, and they can rapidly adjust to changes in that weight and perform at peak levels in more uncertain conditions. This makes them perfect for industrial and medical applications, especially those that are extremely fast-paced and variable.
