When it comes to the safe movement of machinery, cargo, and other loads in the ground support industry, it is essential to consider the fact that not all loads are equal. In fact, there are cases in which ground support crews must move loads more than a quarter million pounds, and not just any caster can handle that kind of stress. Caster Concepts super heavy duty casters are the perfect solution for ground support for the following five reasons.
Much of the activity in the ground support industry takes place outdoors, where conditions can be difficult to predict and, in some cases, extreme. Our 250,000lb weight capacity ultra-heavy-duty casters were designed with this in mind. They can withstand virtually any condition imaginable, including wintry precipitation, chemicals, uneven pavement or ground, water, heat, and much more. Because our casters can easily withstand these elements, the benefits to the ground control industry are clear.
Casters that can support up to 250,000 pounds of weight require quite a bit of work to install and change, and that’s why we focused on longevity during the development process. Ground support crews work 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year, and they expect that their equipment will work for them without incident. Our massive casters are fabricated from high-quality materials and engineered for durability, making them ideal for industries like ground support and more. Their long-lasting design ensures reliable performance across various applications.
Moving 250,000 pounds across the runway or tarmac manually is not only difficult, but also downright dangerous. As a result, our ultra-heavy-duty casters offer drive options – motorized assistance – that makes such movement safer and simpler. This keeps ground support crews and employees safer, improves their overall morale, reduces insurance claims, and saves companies money in the end.
Part of safely moving a tremendously heavy load involves keeping the center of mass low to the ground. By reducing the size of our super heavy duty caster wheels and implementing a dual-wheel configuration, we optimize load support. This design allows our clients to handle up to 250,000 pounds without significantly raising the center of mass. The result is a lower-profile load and unsurpassed safety – particularly when it comes to loads that are difficult to balance correctly.
Finally, at the forefront of any airline’s mind is employee and passenger safety. In fact, ergonomics is at the very core of our ultra-heavy-duty caster design. Thanks to our innovation and attention to detail, our casters prevent employee injury and potential disaster. Features like reduced friction on various flooring materials, both indoors and outdoors, are key in our massive casters. They also offer shock absorption and, in some cases, a maintenance-free design.
The ground support industry handles massive loads, especially in aircraft maintenance and repair. Propping an entire aircraft requires heavy-duty solutions. Here at Caster Concepts, things like environmental stability, safety, and longevity go into each and every caster we produce. Our ultra heavy duty casters capable of safety supporting up to 250,000 pounds are no different.
