Caster Concepts

Caster Concepts Earns Certification from Ergonauts for TWERGO® Ergonomic Caster Wheel

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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ALBION, Mich., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caster Concepts, a leading manufacturer of industrial heavy-duty casters and wheels, announced today that their innovative TWERGO® ergonomic caster wheel has earned the industry's first Ergonauts ergonomic approval.

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  • ALBION, Mich., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caster Concepts, a leading manufacturer of industrial heavy-duty casters and wheels, announced today that their innovative TWERGO® ergonomic caster wheel has earned the industry's first Ergonauts ergonomic approval.
  • "Keeping associates safe is critical to optimizing operations effectiveness," said Steve Davis, CVO, Ergonauts .
  • To earn certification by Ergonauts, a product must be tested, and results confirmed by two senior professional ergonomists.
  • For more information about Caster Concepts and the TWERGO® caster wheel, visit https://www.casterconcepts.com/featured-brands/twergo-the-ultimate-ergon...

Caster Concepts Expands Manufacturing Facility in Albion, Michigan

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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ALBION, Mich., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Caster Concepts, a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty casters and industrial caster wheels, announces the completion of a 16,000 square foot expansion at their West Michigan Ave facility in Albion, Mich.

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  • ALBION, Mich., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Caster Concepts, a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty casters and industrial caster wheels, announces the completion of a 16,000 square foot expansion at their West Michigan Ave facility in Albion, Mich.
  • This marks the company's fourth expansion since 1995, reinforcing its commitment to long-term growth.
  • "With continued onshoring and production growth in aviation, heavy equipment and automotive, we are seeing growth in customers seeking solutions that enable them to effectively move large components and finished goods through their manufacturing facilities and warehouses," said Bill Dobbins, President, Caster Concepts.
  • For more information about Caster Concepts, visit www.casterconcepts.com .

Caster Concepts Expands Solutions Engineering Team

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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ALBION, Mich., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Citing increased customer demand for improvements in material handling safety, maneuverability and workload efficiency, Caster Concepts has added Brad Hays and Christopher Johnson to its solutions engineering team.

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  • Caster Concepts Inc., a global leader in industrial material handling solutions, adds two industry veterans to extend its solutions engineering team in the aerospace, heavy equipment and automotive markets.
  • ALBION, Mich., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Citing increased customer demand for improvements in material handling safety, maneuverability and workload efficiency, Caster Concepts has added Brad Hays and Christopher Johnson to its solutions engineering team.
  • "With continued labor pressure, manufacturers are focused on ensuring their associates are as safe and productive as possible," said Doug Backinger, vice president of sales at Caster Concepts.
  • The solutions engineering team helps develop fit-to-purpose casters that increase efficiency, productivity and safety.

Caster Concepts Introduces TWERGO® Xtreme Casters for Aerospace and AGV Applications

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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ALBION, Mich., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on extensive testing and early customer experiences (example), TWERGO® Xtreme casters are a significant improvement when compared to traditional products used in these applications — reducing push/pull forces by up to 50%. These improvements enable a range of benefits for manufacturers, including significantly expanded operating range for AGVs and reduced push force for manual cart operations at higher loads.

Key Points: 
  • Caster Concepts Inc., a global leader in industrial caster solutions, has introduced the TWERGO® Xtreme caster for heavy duty material handling demands in the Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) and Aerospace sectors.
  • Tested to move more than 20,000 pounds, these new casters improve safety, maneuverability, and workload efficiency in many applications.
  • TWERGO® Xtreme casters are the next generation of Caster Concepts' patented TWERGO® caster blueprint.
  • Additionally, when combined with the company's HaloDrive AGV solutions , manufacturers can potentially eliminate overhead cranes and benefit from increased cart maneuverability.

Caster Concepts unveils line of spring-loaded aluminum casters ideal for the automotive, ground support and aerospace assembly

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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ALBION, Mich., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- While most casters call for the might of steel and iron, at Caster Concepts Inc., we know that a great solution to moving and maneuvering heavy loads often requires the light touch of aluminum.

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  • Spring-loaded aluminum MS Casters offer unmatched performance and durability for challenging applications found in aerospace assembly , ground support activity, and the manufacturing of cars, trucks and SUVs.
  • Despite being lightweight, MS aluminum casters support weight capacities of up to 25,000 pounds with dual-wheel offerings.
  • These corrosion-resistant, durable casters are ideal for luggage carts, cargo haulers and aircraft maintenance stands.
  • "Because the manufacturing process is highly specialized, Caster Concepts is the sole producer of aluminum casters for heavy industrial use," said Bill Dobbins, president of Caster Concepts.

Caster and Wheel Manufacturer Appoints Mike Kulka as Sales Manager - Business Development

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DoRodo is pleased to welcome Mike Kulka and announce his appointment as Sales Manager - Business Development. Mike will be responsible for the leadership and growth of the company's Business Development market, developing new business opportunities and creating customized solutions tailored to customer needs.

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  • DoRodo is pleased to welcome Mike Kulka and announce his appointment as Sales Manager - Business Development.
  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DoRodo is pleased to welcome Mike Kulka and announce his appointment as Sales Manager - Business Development.
  • Mike will be responsible for the leadership and growth of the company's Business Development market, developing new business opportunities and creating customized solutions tailored to customer needs.
  • Mike Kulka has made a strong impact during his 15 years in the caster and wheel industry with Caster Concepts.

Caster Concepts breaks ground on $2M expansion of its Central Michigan headquarters

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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Caster Concepts Inc. , a leading maker of industrial, heavy-duty wheels and casters , announces a 16,000-square-foot, $2 million expansion of its headquarters in Central Michigan.

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  • Caster Concepts Inc. , a leading maker of industrial, heavy-duty wheels and casters , announces a 16,000-square-foot, $2 million expansion of its headquarters in Central Michigan.
  • Caster Concepts plans for more office space, truck docks for increased orders and deliveries, and a larger manufacturing work area and employee facilities.
  • "We’re betting on future growth," said Caster Concepts President Bill Dobbins.
  • Caster Concepts hired D.H. Roberts Construction out of Jonesville, Michigan, to build the addition and Driven Design from Battle Creek to oversee the design and engineering.

Caster Concepts receives Corporate Impact Award for its community work and social investment

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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ALBION, Mich., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Public Service Commission named Caster Concepts Inc. a recipient of the 2022 Corporate Impact Award.

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  • Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Public Service Commission named Caster Concepts Inc. a recipient of the 2022 Corporate Impact Award.
  • Caster Concepts invests in the health and well-being of its employees, education and technology programs for kids and teens, and community redevelopment to boost the local economy.
  • "It's an approach centered on sustainable education, economic development and community engagement," said Bill Dobbins, president of Caster Concepts.
  • The Corporate Impact Award also recognizes Caster Concepts' integral role in the redevelopment of Albion, a rustbelt town impacted by decades of economic decline.

Caster Concepts awards more than $20,000 (so far) in gas cards for employee good attendance

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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ALBION, Mich., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With skyrocketing prices at the pump and the checkout counter, Caster Concepts Inc. (CasterConcepts.com), helps its employees cover the cost of commuting to work.

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  • So far, the industrial caster manufacturer has awarded more than $20,000 in gas cards since the program started in March.
  • Companies depend on the many ergonomic innovations of Caster Concepts to help them increase productivity and reduce the risk of worker injury.
  • Caster Concepts also manufactures caster wheels to withstand impact, corrosion, temperature extremes and chemicals found in harsh industrial environments.
  • Caster Cares represents the conscious and compassionate impact that Caster Concepts Inc., creates through sustainable educational, economic, and community engagement.

Caster Concepts unveils U.S. Department of Defense-approved cybersecurity

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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ALBION, Mich., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Caster Concepts Inc. (CasterConcepts.com) has successfully passed its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 assessment based on the U.S. Department of Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Assessment Center (DIBCAC) requirements, confirming the company's adherence to approved cybersecurity practices, processes and capabilities.

Key Points: 
  • Caster Concepts Inc., passed its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 assessment, receiving one of the top cybersecurity ratings required by Department of Defense contractors.
  • ALBION, Mich., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Caster Concepts Inc. ( CasterConcepts.com) has successfully passed its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 assessment based on the U.S. Department of Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Assessment Center (DIBCAC) requirements, confirming the company's adherence to approved cybersecurity practices, processes and capabilities.
  • This accreditation means Caster Concepts implements a high level of online practices designed to thwart cyber threats and protect government and industry assets.
  • Caster Concepts also manufactures caster wheels to withstand impact, corrosion, temperature extremes and chemicals found in harsh industrial environments.