Lock Down Loads with Confidence with the PowerStep Brake.

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By Bill deMink

Posted on: January 3, 2025

Categories: Caster Accessories , Solutions

Superior Holding Power to Lock Down Your Material Handling Carts.

When it comes to material handling, safety, and reliability, PowerStep by Caster Concepts redefines what a heavy-duty brake can achieve. Designed to prevent carts from rolling with precision and ease, PowerStep delivers superior holding power through innovative engineering and ergonomic functionality.

PowerStep Puts in the Effort, So You Don’t Have To.

• Positive Engagement and Disengagement: Locks tight every time with unmatched consistency.
• Superior Braking Force: Holds the wheel in place without slipping, ensuring total control.
• Ergonomic Design: Operates effortlessly with a simple foot motion, minimizing strain.
• Versatile Adaptability: Compatible with multiple cart configurations and wheels 3” wide or wider.

Unmatched Performance

The PowerStep Brake generates more than 5x the holding power force compared to the force applied to the foot pedal:

Key Features

• Tactile Feedback: A noticeable “click” or resistance ensures the brake is fully engaged or disengaged, providing confidence in its functionality.
• Visual Confirmation: The lever or pedal clearly indicates its position (“up” for disengaged and “down” for engaged) for quick, at-a-glance verification.
• Secure Locking: Once engaged, the brake firmly holds the wheel in place, even under heavy loads.
• Effortless Release: Disengaging is smooth and intuitive, requiring minimal force and no awkward movements.

PowerStep is engineered for industries and applications demanding superior braking performance. It ensures safety and control in high-traffic areas using material handling carts and is proven in industries such as aerospace and marine. Its proven reliability is well known in precision-driven operations as well as challenging, moisture-rich conditions.

Versatile Compatibility

PowerStep is adaptable to most wheel styles and is available in a dual-wheel configuration, making it the ideal choice for diverse material handling needs.

Experience the Difference

PowerStep delivers clarity, reliability, and ease of use, enhancing safety and efficiency for operators in every setting. Upgrade your carts with Caster Concepts’ PowerStep Brake and gain peace of mind with unparalleled holding power.

Take the next step in material handling safety. Choose PowerStep. For more information, contact a solutions specialist who will be glad to help.