Casters are essential pieces of equipment. They support heavy loads, roll easily over uneven floors, and minimize noise. However, they can also be prone to wear and tear over time due to their constant contact with the floor. This is why regularly checking them for damage, and deterioration is vital.

Weight Capacity

When shopping for shock-absorbing casters, consider the weight capacity of each one. This will determine whether they can carry the contents of a cart without risking injury. Shock-absorbing casters are commonly used in medical environments and other settings where sensitive equipment or fragile cargo needs to be transported. These casters feature spring-loaded suspensions that absorb shock and vibration when the casters roll over obstacles or rough terrains, such as thresholds, joints, and cracks. Dual wheel shock absorbing casters are ideal for applications that require a cushioned ride, such as medical equipment and carts, sensitive diagnostic and electrical equipment, laboratory equipment, mobile workstations, sound and lighting equipment, food processing equipment, and many more.

Material

The material used to create dual-wheel shock-absorbing casters is a critical consideration. It will determine your casters’ durability, weight capacity, and design. Aluminum is ideal because it is lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and looks great. It can also handle water and most chemicals, which makes it the perfect caster for medical equipment, outdoor kitchens and restaurant equipment, and many other applications. Shock-absorbing casters reduce the impact of cart movement on a load, resulting in less noise and damage. They are accommodating for applications with uneven flooring or debris. When choosing a shock-absorbing caster, choosing a model that uses the correct springs for your application is essential. If the springs are too firm, the caster may do less to absorb the impact. 

Design

Dual wheel shock absorbing casters have a unique design that helps them absorb shock when moving sensitive equipment. This feature reduces the risk of injury to workers. These casters are designed to help transport sensitive items like medical equipment, laboratory equipment, mobile workstations, sound and lighting equipment, food processing machines, and more. They also have a cushioned ride that protects items from damage. Shock-absorbing casters can be made of aluminum or steel. Both have a sturdy construction and can support 20,000 pounds of weight. When selecting a caster, you should consider the height and offset of the springs. The height and offset change with the expansion and contraction of the springs.

Shock Absorption

Shock-absorbing casters reduce the shock and vibration transferred to your cart or rack while transporting it over uneven floors. The casters also help protect your cargo, reducing the risk of damage to sensitive materials and equipment. To achieve the best shock absorption, consider casters with independent suspension. These casters separate each wheel so that both can react to an obstacle without impacting the other.

These shock-absorbing casters have a heavy-duty, spring-loaded design that offers superior traction on uneven floors. They are perfect for moving heavy-duty industrial equipment and other sensitive cargo.

A gas-pressure monotube shock absorber is another common shock absorber style. Its design includes two nested tubes that are sealed from each other by a low-pressure charge of nitrogen gas. This allows the shock absorber to resist foaming the hydraulic fluid inside it.