Recently, Colson Group, a long-term partner of CasterDepot, announced an investment to bring some of the organization's Asia-based manufacturing processes back into the United States. These additional responsibilities will be given to Colson Group's two Michigan-based manufacturing facilities, located in St. Joseph and Albion.
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Colson Group reinvests in itself, to bring manufacturing jobs back to USA
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Determining the necessary weight capacity for your casters
When you are selecting casters based on load weight capacity, there is nothing more important than selecting a high-quality product that is designed for a specific load. When you don’t take the time to evaluate your environment and gather the right information for your caster decisions, there are many issues that can result. Productivity may be affected, safety may be compromised, and ineffective parts may lead to great human frustration. The right parts are available for any load weight, but it helps to understand load weights and caster capacities along with application requirements when placing an order. Once you have completed an assessment of your environment, you're ready to select the right casters to meet your demands.
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Low Profile + Business Machine Casters
When it comes to aesthetics and safety for your office environment, low profile casters are the way to go. When you need a sleek look that can handle heavy loads, low profile casters are your solution. Shepherd Caster's BLS/BMS Series low profile casters are a popular product here at CasterDepot, are RoHS compliant and are suited for every office applications that include copy and business machines, vending machines, storage units, electronics cabinets, dollies, and more. The BLS/BMS Series also offers a Sure-Lok brake and thumb screw brake system that will ensure safety in the workplace wherever casters are found. Check out the catalog pages for the BLS/BMS Series for all available features.
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Top 5 Reasons to Upgrade to Precision Ball Bearings
Ball bearings for wheels are worthy casters components and are used for thousands of applications in every industry. These small metal pieces play a large role in reducing friction as they bear weight and pressure from both rotating and stationary parts. Though not extremely obvious, ball bearings can be invaluable because they are used in the rolling action for two types of loads: radial and thrust loads.However, all wheel bearings can break down over time and this severely affects caster performance by leading to costly workplace and productivity issues. When low-quality ball bearings are used, the resulting parts may not be to the standard needed for a particular application. Here are five good reasons to upgrade to precision ball bearings:
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FootMaster GDS Series™ – High Quality Shock Absorbing Casters
The FootMaster Casters GDS Series features extremely high quality shock absorbing casters that are designed and manufactured with precision to reduce noise and absorb shock. When you require shock absorbing casters, there is no matching the GDS Series. These specialty casters are invaluable when you require an anti-vibration, anti-noise solution in a low-speed environment. With these shock absorbing casters, you can always expect a cushioned ride. The GDS Series casters are perfect for uneven surfaces and high-debris areas. These shock absorbing casters can support fragile loads such as glass or high-tech silicon parts and are commonly found in medical equipment, automotive, electronic and other applications. Continue reading -
High temp wheels that can take the heat
Have you ever seen a caster or caster wheel melt? Yes, this can happen. And no, it’s not a good situation to be in. When your casters and wheels are exposed to extreme heat, taking the extra step to make sure they can handle the high temperatures is important. Our top recommendation for high heat caster applications is the selection of a high temperature (temp) wheel. High temp wheels are designed to withstand the elements and are made of materials that help you avoid sticky situations. Standard casters are typically recommended for use in environments up to 180℉, but sometimes that just isn’t enough. If are looking for casters or wheels for bakery, autoclave, food processing, welding or other high heat applications, a specialty wheel designed to endure continuous heat is always worth looking into.
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Colson Performa caster wheels for peak performance
Are you looking for the quiet, smooth rolling of a soft wheel, but also the strength and durability of a hard wheel? Look no further than Colson’s Performa wheel. The Colson Performa wheel is a staple in numerous industries and considered to be the benchmark when it comes to quality, reliability and performance in caster wheels. CasterDepot’s partnership with Colson Group USA as a preferred supplier allows us minimal lead times and greater availability of this highly demanded product. The Colson Performa wheel is commonly found in medical, warehouse truck, distribution cart, greenhouse cart and drywall cart applications in addition to others.
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How to Find the Perfect Replacement Office Chair Caster
If you’re looking for smoother mobility in your office chair, you've come to the right place. Whether you need casters for your Herman Miller Aeron
office chair, Haworth Zody office chair, Steelcase Leap office chair, or any chair in between, CasterDepot has you covered. Upgrade your chair with any of our selections from Twin Wheel Caster Solutions. Continue reading -
Mobilizing your DIY project with caster inserts + sockets
When you take on a DIY project at home or on the job that requires casters, you’ll soon learn the value in understanding how caster inserts and sockets are used. Whether you are restoring a piece of antique furniture, designing a cart system for your storage warehouse, building a POP display or other retail display, or just looking to be prepared, caster inserts and sockets are a small but valuable piece to nearly every DIY project that involves wheels.
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Total lock caster brakes provide total control
Today, we live in a work-oriented society where safety is still highly valued. Whether workers are delivering office supplies between floors of an upscale high-rise or transporting palettes of electronic components across a warehouse floor, many transport methods require casters with a brake or sort of locking system. With minimal effort, the correct caster brake ensures motion only occurs when desired. This alone can help reduce risk in the workplace and promote efficiency.
