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Caster Knowledge

Find the Right Caster for the Job!

Having been in the caster game for almost 100 years, we at Mapp Caster have learned a thing or two about choosing the right casters, wheels, brakes, and mounting options. Browse our articles below to learn about capacities, mounting styles, wheel materials, maintenance, and more!

Our archival knowledge base can be found here.

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Featured Tag: Wheel Materials

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Featured Tag: Buying Guide

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Featured Tag: Rig Types

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Featured Tag: Caster Maintenance

10 / 31 / 2022

Hard & Soft Rubber Caster Wheels

Learn about hard and soft rubber caster wheels, which are used in many general applications where protecting the floor and carrying heavy loads are not needed.

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10 / 04 / 2022

Polyurethane Caster Wheels

Learn about polyurethane caster wheels, which are used in many type of applications and environments while protecting the floors they roll on.

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08 / 10 / 2022

High Temp Nylon Caster Wheels

Learn about high temperature nylon caster wheels, which are used in applications where high capacity wheels must withstand high temperatures.

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06 / 14 / 2022

Plastic Caster Wheels

Learn about plastic caster wheels, which are durable, resilient, and economically priced wheels used in many applications.

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06 / 14 / 2022

Phenolic Caster Wheels

Learn about phenolic caster wheels, which are durable, resilient, and economically priced wheels used in many applications.

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06 / 13 / 2022

Axles & Nuts

Learn about caster axles and nuts, including axle vs. bolt differences, steel and stainless steel options, grease fittings, high-temperature use, and installation.

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01 / 31 / 2022

Wheels & Bearings

Learn how to choose the right caster wheel based on tread softness, size, capacity, bearings, floor protection, and resistance to water and chemicals.

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01 / 18 / 2022

Caster Rigs

Learn how caster rigs affect mounting, maneuverability, capacity, durability, and longevity, including plate, stem, swivel, rigid, and kingpinless designs.

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05 / 21 / 2021

The Ultimate Guide to Hand Trucks

Learn about the many aspects of hand trucks, their wheels, noses, frames, handles, accessories, and maintenance on our guide to all things hand trucks!

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04 / 21 / 2021

Installing Casters Into Hollow Tubing

Casters can be installed in hollow tubing using sockets, threaded adapters, expanding stems, or grip ring stems. Learn how to choose the right method, measure tubing, and install casters.

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