Exploring the Parts of a Hand Truck

Hand trucks offer an easier and more ergonomic way to transport objects. Rather than carrying the objects by hand, you can place them on a hand truck. Not to be confused with a dolly, it can lower your risk of …

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The Benefits of Plate Casters

If you’re planning to buy casters, you might be wondering whether plate casters are the right choice. Also known as plate-mount casters, they consist of a top plate, axle and a wheel. They don’t have a stem. Rather, the top …

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Swivel Casters: Should You Choose Kingpin or Kingpinless?

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 …

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Caster Parts Definitions & Nomenclature

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 …

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6 Essential Hand Truck Safety Tips

Hand trucks are a simple and convenient way to move heavy loads. Also known as hand carts, they consist of an L-shaped frame with a flat base at the bottom and a pair of handles at the top. You can …

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What Are Caster Pads and How Do They Work?

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 …

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Why Choose Pneumatic Casters?

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 …

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Polyurethane on Aluminum Wheels

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 …

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Cannabis

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, …

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Rousseau Industrial Shelving

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 …

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Valley Craft Material Handling Equipment

Valley Craft is a manufacturer of high quality material handling products located in Lake City, Minnesota. Valley Craft designs, develops and manufacturers high quality, professional grade material handling equipment. In addition to material handling products, Valley Craft also manufacturers storage …

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B&P Manufacturing

B&P Manufacturing has been designing and building high quality material handling products since 1943. Starting out as Brooks and Perkins the company has since evolved into the B&P Manufacturing we know today. Since then, B&P’s products and manufacturing processes have seen …

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