As outlined by WebstaurantStore in their article, “Types of Casters,” casters are essential for adding mobility to heavy equipment across various industries. Consisting of a wheel and a mounting bracket, casters make moving items like carts, racks, and kitchen equipment much easier. The right choice of caster—whether plate or stem, rigid or swivel—impacts both maneuverability and load-bearing capacity, making it essential to match the caster type to your specific application.
Several factors influence caster selection, including overall height, wheel diameter, and wheel width. Larger wheels, for instance, support greater loads, ease movement, and reduce noise. Different types of casters serve unique purposes:
- Plate Mount Casters: Attach via a flat plate, providing stability for heavy-duty applications.
- Stem Mount Casters: Feature a stem for insertion into a socket, suited for lighter-duty equipment.
- Rigid Casters: Move only in a straight line, ideal for controlled, one-direction movement on carts or dollies.
- Swivel Casters: Rotate 360 degrees, offering excellent maneuverability for equipment that needs to frequently change direction.
- Roller Casters: Use small rollers instead of wheels, enabling smooth, low-profile movement ideal for cleaning access.
- Caster Bases: Provide a stable mounting assembly, enhancing durability for heavy equipment.
Each caster type caters to different mobility needs, from ensuring stability on heavy items to enabling quick directional changes in confined spaces.
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