If you work with laboratory equipment, by now you likely understand the value of a leveling caster. A leveling caster offers a design that allows for adjustable height. For laboratories, workshops, medical facilities and more, leveling casters are an excellent choice for finding the balance between maintaining a level surface, securing additional weight and reducing noise levels. Most labs where technicians are engaged in delicate work and study require a quiet atmosphere that is conducive to comprehensive precision workmanship, and FootMaster leveling casters can help with this.
The Construction of a Leveling Caster
The unique leveling caster is constructed from nylon, aluminum, and/or rubber parts and materials to ensure strength in the transport of heavy loads. The adjustable anti-vibration pad component of the caster is secured to a floor surface and locks equipment in place for added stability, reducing any chance of wavering equipment or contents. This pad can be raised or lowered. This low-profile caster comes with a sturdy nylon or polyurethane wheel that won’t mark flooring surfaces. Die-cast aluminum construction is responsible for its capability to carry heavy loads.
Leveling Caster Mounting Types
Generally, leveling casters use a top plate 
for mounting to a piece of equipment. However, A hollow kingpin stem mount is also an option. You may desire a thumbwheel style adjustment in which you can use your thumb for raising and lowering the pad. Also available is a ratcheting adjustment style. While these leveling caster mounting types are popular for lab equipment, they are also used in dozens of industries, from food and woodworking applications. Laboratory caster models vary in order to meet your application needs, and CasterDepot finds FootMaster one of the best brands on the market.
When Stability is a Priority
Whether your work involves research, hospital, diagnostic, clinical, or university labs, research and testing involves specialized tasks that require ultimate stability. Medicals casters are essential to the laboratory equipment that requires flexible mobility and yet can be made stationary using a superior braking system in the correct location. A leveling caster is critical for managing vibration and offering complete stability. At the same time, lab transports can be extremely heavy. With the right caster and wheel product, you can easily move over a thousand pounds when using just four leveling casters. Consider FootMaster caster and wheel products from CasterDepot for medical workstations, computer systems, high-end printers, and most medical laboratory and cleanroom equipment.
Moving Lab Equipment With Precision
Moving lab equipment is a delicate process in which precise positioning and succinct wheel braking mechanisms are imperative. Leveling casters offer top plates mounting and threaded stem mounting with foot pads that raise and lower for security. These raising and lowering devices are adjustable by hand, by nut, or by ratchet.
Count on the highest quality parts and materials for laboratory leveling casters from CasterDepot. Our team is standing by to help you make the best order possible to suit the needs within your environment.
