- Making The Right Choice Of Wheel
- When choosing the correct castor or wheel,
the following points are to be considered:
LOAD
 What is the
maximum load each castor will carry?
What is the weight
of the trolley.
Always allow for a
good safety margin. 25%.
FLOOR/GROUND CONDITIONS
Is the surface
rough or smooth?
Are there any
steps or obstacles?
DISTANCE OF TRAVEL
Will the trolley
be pushed long distances frequently or is it stationary for long periods?
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Wet areas.
High temperatures.
Corrosion.
Our staff are happy to answer any queries you might have.
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- Wheel Selection Guide The larger the wheel diameter the less effort required to
move
| Tyre |
Shock Absorbency |
Capacity |
Push Effort |
Floor Protection |
Durability |
Typical
Floor Surfaces |
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| Urethane |
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Most
Surfaces |
| Grey
Rubber |
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Quality/Quiet
clean areas |
| Blue Rubber |
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Quality/Small
obstructions |
| Black
Rubber |
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Industrial
areas/Concrete |
| Nylon |
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Abrasive/Industrial |
| Pneumatic
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Outdoor/Irregular/unsealed |
| Cast Iron |
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Oven/Outdoor/Unsealed |
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