A Guide to Industrial Wheels
Before you order wheels, take time to consider the specific needs of your application.
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Jul
Wheels & Casters
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Nov
Millwright Jobs, Wages, and Career Info
A skilled trade for those who are organized, precise, and problem-solve under pressure
16
Oct
Using Industrial Track Wheels
Factories, mills, and warehouses often must move materials horizontally over predictable pathways. With large loads and sporadic movement, transfer carts on rails provide efficient transport.
28
Aug
Planned Obsolescence (Picking Your Pocket)…vs. Sustainability
Planned obsolescence has become part of the life cycle of many products. The practices of traditional and industrial manufacturers can help move economies back toward sustainability. Take a look at how simple industrial wheels serve as a model for robust manufacturing.
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Feb
The Wheel: A Complex Simple Machine
Wheels are one of the classical six simple machines and we think of them as a primitive invention—yet wheels were invented after agriculture and metallurgy. See why wheels are a surprising feat of human engineering.
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Apr
Industrial Wheel Maintenance and Selection
Proper maintenance and selection of industrial wheels ensures a long service life. Learn about how load capacity, operating environment, and track conditions influence steel wheel maintenance. Learn about how using bearings or bushings with lubrication is essential for reducing wear.
26
Apr
Do you need bearings or bushings for your wheels?
Bearings and bushings reduce friction between the wheel and axle. Learn about the differences between bearings and bushings and their respective load and speed limitations. Learn how different load types (radial, axial, combined, and moment loads) affect bearing and bushing selection.
27
Nov
Standard vs. Custom Industrial Wheels
Finding the perfect wheel for your application can be a smooth process with the right knowledge. Wheel customers have three distinct choices when selecting wheels to meet specific needs: Find a stock or standard wheel. Find a stock or standard wheel that is close to
27
Nov
Ruedas Industriales Estándar vs Personalizadas
Las ruedas industriales vienen estándar para compras fáciles, pero muchos clientes requieren opciones personalizadas para aplicaciones. Descubre lo qué necitas.
27
Nov
Roues Standards contre Roues Personnalisées
Les roues en acier ont été standardisés pour un achat facile, mais si vous avez besoin des choix personnalisés pour votre applications, decouverez plus ici.
09
Nov
Choosing Between Steel and Iron Industrial Wheels
Industrial metal wheels can be produced from iron or steel. Learn how to select the correct material depending on the intended use of the wheels.
21
Sep
Drive Wheels vs. Idler Wheels
Axle design options for optimal power transfer to wheels
30
Aug
Dry Kiln Cart Wheels for Lumber Drying
Cast steel kiln cart wheels are an integral part of many lumber-drying kiln operations. Learn how double flanged wheels are used in the industry on our blog.
24
Aug
How to Assess Safe Working Loads for Wheels
Learn how to assess safe working loads for metal cart wheels in heavy duty industrial applications
11
Aug
Single vs Double Flanged Wheels
Differences and benefits of single and double flanged track wheels
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