Types of Caster Rigs/Forks
Stem Mount
This caster has a stem attachment with a swivel rig/fork/horn/yoke and wheel assembly that will allow rotation of 360 degrees, which permits movement in any direction.
Application(s):
- Manual/Push Pull
- Load capacities under 250 lbs/wheel
Plate Mount - Rigid
This caster has a top plate attachment with a rigid rig/fork/horn/yoke and wheel assembly which permits only straight-line movement.
Application(s):
- Manual Push/Pull
- Tow lines
- Industrial Equipment
Standard Kingpin Plate Mount Swivel
A plate mount, swivel section composed of an upper and lower ball race, held together with a nut and bolt, or a riveted kingpin.
Application(s):
- Manual Push/Pull
- Conveyor Applications
- Drag Lines
- Maintenance Carts
- Utility Carts
- Dollies
- Racks
- Retail Fixtures
Kingpinless Plate Mount Swivel
A plate mount, swivel section which is held together without a rivet or nut and bolt kingpin. Kingpinless swivel sections are held together by a single row of ball bearings which are contained by a full contact interlocking swivel raceway design.
Application(s):
- Manual Push/Pull
- Ideal for Tow lines
- Conveyor Applications
- Drag Lines
- Maintenance Carts
- Utility Carts
- Dollies
- Racks
- Retail Fixtures
Maintenance-Free Plate Mount Swivel
A plate mount, swivel rig composed of a sealed precision-ball or other sealed ball raceway. This type of rig concentrates load mainly on a primary thrust bearing, which allows for even dispersion of load, reducing push/pull. Caster Connection’s CC Peak maintenance-free rig provides unrivaled reduction in required push/pull force.
Application(s):
- Best option for manual push/pull
- Offers prime performance in tow lines
- Conveyor Applications
- Drag Lines
- Maintenance Carts
- Utility Carts
- Dollies