The terms “wheels” and “casters” are often used interchangeably to describe rolling devices. As a result, many people assume they are the same. While wheels and casters are both rolling devices, they differ in several ways. To learn more about wheels and casters, including how they differ, keep reading. What Are Wheels? Wheels are round […]
There’s no easier or convenient way to move heavy loads in and around the workplace than by using a quality hand truck. Also known as a box cart, it consists of an L-shaped frame with a flat and wheeled base. You can place boxes or other heavy objects on the base, after which you can […]
Casters offer an unparalleled level of convenience when compared to traditional wheels. Consisting of wheels attached to or embedded inside of a frame, they are used to move heavy objects. You can find casters on chairs, furniture, medical equipment and even machines. While convenient and easy to use, though, some casters may experience a problem […]
When shopping for swivel casters, you may come across kingpin and kingpinless. Swivel casters, of course, are characterized by their ability to rotate in a full 360 degrees. Some casters can only roll forward and backward, but swivel casters can roll in all directions. While there are many different types of swivel casters, however, most […]
Axel Nut The nut on the side of the leg that holds the thrust washers, spanner bushings, and bolt or lube axles together. Bolt Hole Spacing Bolt hole spacing is the distance measured from the center of the bolt hole to the opposite center of the other bolt hole. Bore Diameter Bore diameter is the […]
Replacing casters isn’t always easy. Casters are often secured to the bottom of objects with a set of bolts. You’ll have to remove the old casters by loosening these bolts, after which you can replace them with new casters. If you find yourself regularly replacing casters, though, you may want to invest in caster pads. […]
When shopping for casters, you will most certainly see pneumatic casters. They are a popular alternative to traditional casters. With their pneumatic operation, they can absorb shock while also protecting the objects with which they are used from damage. Keep reading for a better understanding of pneumatic casters and how they work. What Are Pneumatic […]
Orange, donut tread, poly on aluminum, maintenance-free casters are an excellent solution for many different applications where ergonomics are important. Not only are these casters stylish and sleek looking. They are ergonomically designed and economically priced. Here at The Caster Guy, we have been improving our customer’s facility ergonomics in their 2” wide applications with […]
How Using the Proper Equipment Optimizes Your Cannabis Growing Facility The cannabis industry is growing at a rapid rate. Ever since Colorado voters passed Amendment 64 in early November 2012, more and more states have legalized cannabis for recreational use, medicinal use, or both. Cannabis businesses are also growing at a rapid rate. Dispensaries, growing […]
Rousseau Industrial Shelving is one of the top lines of industrial shelving in the industry. Rousseau products are designed and manufactured in North America which allows them to have complete control over their quality standards. Knowing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution, all of Rousseau’s product lines allow for customized configurations. This customized flexibility was […]