Make no mistake, metal wheels can be the perfect choice for some applications.  Their high capacities allow for the movement of heavy loads.  And because of the hardness (and corresponding low deformity) of the wheels, there is less rolling resistance.  This makes carts easier to push or pull, which is good news for ergonomics and employee safety.  Metal wheels are resistant to debris, long-lived, temperature and chemical tolerant, and can be economical. 

But metal wheels can be the wrong choice, too.  The hardness that increases rollability can also be damaging to floors.  And they can be louder than other wheel types.  And since metal wheels don’t offer the cushioning that softer tread wheels do, they can have a disastrous effect on more delicate cargoes.

So, is a metal wheel the right solution for your application?  The short answer is: maybe.  The world of casters is surprisingly complex.  And whether or not you’re ready to purchase, the experts at CasterDepot are here to teach, advise and make things easy.  

          Forged steel offers some of the highest capacities available.

Albion’s FS Series

          Ductile steel provides excellent impact resistance.

Albion's FR Series

         Cast iron combines strength and affordability.

Colson's 5-8 Series

          Stainless is ideal for high capacity corrosive or washdown applications.

Hamilton's Series S

The FootMaster GD-80F is a client favorite

Leveling casters boast a superior design that allows not just the mobility of loads, but also a unique locking system that prevents movement. The addition of an anti-vibration cushion, plus a mechanism to raise and lower this cushion creates a unique feature: the supported load may sit completely level to the floor when desired or the load can be raised if mobility is needed. Leveling casters are sworn by in a number of industries (pharmaceutical, medical, woodworking, et al.) and the FootMaster brand's leveling caster products are the industry benchmark for quality and performance. When you are seeking the most reliable mobility solution among leveling casters, you're looking for FootMaster products.

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