You may not give much thought to the casters and wheels your business uses for hand carts, chairs, pallet racks, and other mobile devices. However, when something goes wrong with your equipment, you'll see how essential they are to operations. With the right maintenance, you can keep mobile equipment in good shape and ensure it functions well. 

How to Care for Your Caster Wheels  

1. Lubricate Regularly

Lubricating wheels at least once every six months is a great way to ensure their longevity. If yours are subject to a corrosive environment or experience greater wear and tear, you should lubricate them on a monthly basis. 

Multi-purpose grease can be applied to bearings, as well as friction points, such as the wheel hub and washers. Also, make sure the lubricant you use is designed to withstand the temperatures in your work environment. 

2. Keep Work Floors & Casters Clean

The more dirt and debris on your work floors, the more wear casters and wheels will experience. Dirt and dust can corrode metal components over time, while also clogging moving parts to diminish function. In addition to daily sweeping of work floors, make sure your wheels are also clean. 

Unsealed casters can be disassembled for easy removal of dust, dirt, hair, and other debris. If your caster wheels are sealed, compressed air will blast debris from interior components. 

3. Inspect Wheels 

While cleaning, assess the condition of your casters and wheels. Looks at fasteners like nuts and bolts for looseness. If they are loose, tighten them using the appropriate tools. Assess the condition of the wheels as well. 

Diminished tread or flats spots can also damage work floors at your business. Make timely replacements to worn and damaged components for optimum productivity at your business. 

Selecting the right caster wheels for your application can also improve performance and increase longevity. Casters, Wheels and Industrial Handling in Halethorpe, MD, has assisted multiple businesses across many industries in finding the perfect materials for carts and storage. When you have questions, they use their considerable experience to provide answers. Learn more about the applications of different casters online. You can also call (631) 650-0500 to speak with a friendly and knowledgeable representative.