Agricultural casters

Posted by Nova Smith on September 12th, 2022

Wheels have been used to move large items since ancient civilization. Nowadays, caster wheels are used for industrial purposes and are an essential part of the operations of a business. There are many wheels and material options available when it comes to casters, depending on the industry they are used for. Industrial casters are used in the following sectors: automotive, medical, textile industry, aerospace and agricultural industry.

If you are looking for agricultural casters, you need to keep in mind that to meet the needs of agricultural environments, the wheels are easy to use and can withstand corrosive chemicals and weather conditions. Below we offer more information about what type of wheels industrial caster manufacturers recommend to use in agriculture or greenhouses.

Farmers and their work environments

When it comes to lifting equipment, farmers usually go for hand carts and economy SS-K3 stem or plate casters. Stem casters use a single rod to secure the caster to various objects, and are used for light-duty applications, while plate casters are mostly used for most medium and heavy-duty ones.

Dairy farmers, for instance, have a caustic work environment, which means that the  is suitable and resistant to most common acids and other corrosive chemicals.

The best wheel material for heavily caustic conditions

Polyolefin is a very durable material, and these wheels are injection moulded from a blend of thermoplastic polymers forming a one-piece solid sanitary design. These Polyolefin wheels, as with Nylon wheels, are especially suited for wet and corrosive applications. They are very resistant to most commonly encountered liquids and will not rust or corrode amid frequent cleaning or sterilization cycles. Polyolefin Wheels are great for wet and corrosive environments while providing a high-impact resistant wheel.