CASTER CONCEPTS


Associated tags: Temperature, Caster Concepts, Corrosion, ISO, Baggage, Advanced Systems Concepts, Inc., Safety

Locations: MICHIGAN, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS

Caster Concepts Focuses on Taking AGV Performance to a New Level at 2024 AUTOMATE Show

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

ALBION, Mich., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caster Concepts, a leader in the world of industrial mobility solutions, will showcase a range of mobility solutions developed to improve Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) design and performance at the 2024 AUTOMATE Show, Booth #3486, May 6-9 in Chicago, Illinois.

Key Points: 
  • ALBION, Mich., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Caster Concepts, a leader in the world of industrial mobility solutions, will showcase a range of mobility solutions developed to improve Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) design and performance at the 2024 AUTOMATE Show, Booth #3486, May 6-9 in Chicago, Illinois.
  • "AGV battery performance and vehicle maneuverability are critical in material handling," Doug Backinger, Vice President of Sales at Caster Concepts, said.
  • Caster Concepts works directly with customers and end users to identify the optimal caster solution for your AGV or automated cart application."
  • During the Automate Show, Caster Concepts will be demonstrating several recent advances, including:
    TWERGO™ AGV caster certification of 55% lower starting forces by Ergonauts, an independent third-party engineering company.

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

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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...

Conceptual Innovations Receives Patent for New HaloDrive™ Omnidirectional Drive Systems for Heavy Duty Operations

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

ALBION, Mich., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Conceptual Innovations, a leader in the world of industrial material handling solutions, has received patent approval for the company's innovative HaloDrive Omnidirectional Drive Systems.

Key Points: 
  • ALBION, Mich., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Conceptual Innovations, a leader in the world of industrial material handling solutions, has received patent approval for the company's innovative HaloDrive Omnidirectional Drive Systems.
  • The foundation of HaloDrive Systems™ are modular omnidirectional "Pods" which are not restricted by the traditional axle and four corner positioning common in most drive systems.
  • The HaloDrive Pods™ operate independently, this freedom enables:
    Modular design enables unlimited weight and load size capacity.
  • Multiple Pods can be integrated to ensure safe transport of unique loads with typical applications running from 5,000lbs to 50,000lbs.

Caster Concepts Expands Manufacturing Facility in Albion, Michigan

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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

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

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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 Concepts breaks ground on $2M expansion of its Central Michigan headquarters

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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

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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.