All About Casters for Distribution
Is Mobility Holding Your Distribution Center Back?
Casters may be small, but their impact on safety, productivity, and efficiency is huge. If your carts, containers, or automated systems are difficult to move, break down frequently, or contribute to workplace injuries, it’s time to upgrade your caster solutions.
Caster Connection partners with distribution centers to deliver high-performance casters that reduce injuries, minimize downtime, and improve throughput across your entire operation.
Start with a free Caster Needs Evaluation, or explore our most popular resources for distribution centers below.
Common Distribution Center Challenges
Distribution centers are under more pressure than ever. Increased order volume, tight delivery windows, and staffing shortages make mobility solutions a critical part of success. Here are five major problems casters can help solve:
Worker Safety
Overexertion is the number one cause of workplace injuries. Casters that require too much force can lead to muscle strain, fatigue, and costly claims. Read how casters improve workplace safety.
Speed
Slow carts and inefficient equipment reduce throughput and hurt fulfillment times. High-performance casters keep orders moving without added effort.
Staffing
Fatigued employees leave sooner. Casters that improve ergonomics help reduce training time and support employee retention.
Equipment Downtime
Every minute of downtime costs money. When carts or racks go out of service due to caster failure, workflow slows and teams scramble for replacements. Casters built for continuous use reduce interruptions, minimize maintenance, and keep operations running smoothly.
Profitability
Casters that fail early or damage your floors cost more in the long run. Investing in better equipment lowers replacement rates and maintenance time. Learn more about affordable caster solutions.
Customer Expectations
Late shipments and mistakes can damage your brand. Smooth mobility helps you deliver on time and keep customers satisfied. Read: 5 Key Challenges Facing Modern Distribution Centers.
Recommended Caster Solutions for Distribution
CC Apex
CC Apex’s polyurethane-on-aluminum ergonomic wheel delivers effortless navigation, strength, and long-term performance. Designed to improve push/pull ergonomics and reduce maintenance, CC Apex keeps carts moving smoothly and quietly across demanding distribution environments.
Why CC Apex Works
Performance
The CC Apex has been proven in demanding industrial environments, with millions of wheels in service across high-performance applications.
Mounting Options
Available with multiple mounting options, including expanding adapters for a secure, custom fit.
Polyurethane
The resilient polyurethane tread absorbs impact and helps the wheel glide smoothly over debris, reducing strain and improving safety.
Tread Design
The CC Apex's donut tread is more responsive and easier to push than other treads.
No Maintenance
Install them once and rely on years of maintenance-free performance.
Brake Options
Add braking options to increase cart control and enhance overall versatility.
The Ideal Caster for Wire Rack and Utility Carts
The CC Apex with your preferred mounting type is the perfect solution for wire rack, utility, metro, and picker carts across distribution centers and warehouses. It installs quickly, rolls effortlessly, and operates quietly to help you maintain a safer, more efficient workspace. Engineered with highly durable materials and proven reliability, CC Apex casters ensure your operation never slows down due to equipment failure, all at a cost that delivers long-term value.
CC Nexus
The CC Nexus is designed for modern facilities that demand more from their mobility solutions. Its modular design allows you to customize the caster based on your exact needs, while its multi-wheel configuration delivers outstanding ergonomic performance.
Whether you're navigating narrow aisles, managing towline carts, or outfitting AGVs, the CC Nexus offers the performance, versatility, and durability required to keep your operation running at full capacity.
Why CC Nexus Works
Excellent Maneuverability
The CC Nexus’s multi-wheel design enhances control, stability, and turning precision while reducing rolling resistance for smoother operation.
Ergonomic Performance
Low initial push force reduces strain on workers and helps prevent overexertion injuries, improving safety and productivity.
Customization Options
A modular design allows for unmatched flexibility, enabling precise caster configurations for different equipment and operational needs.
High Load Capacity
Engineered to handle payloads up to 5,250 lbs depending on the configuration, making it ideal for demanding industrial environments.
AGV & AMR Performance
Built for towline and AGV use, the CC Nexus lowers rolling resistance to reduce battery draw and improve travel efficiency.
Versatility
Performs exceptionally well in tight spaces, under heavy loads, and in both manual and automated material-handling systems.
The Ideal Caster for AGVs, Towlines, and Heavy-Duty Push/Pull
The CC Nexus is the next evolution in caster design for modern industrial environments. Its modular, multi-wheel configuration delivers smooth, controlled movement under heavy loads while reducing rolling resistance and energy draw in both manual and automated systems. Designed for use with AGVs, towline carts, and ergonomic push/pull applications, the CC Nexus provides unmatched flexibility, long-term durability, and precision handling across demanding facilities.
Caster Solutions for AGVs, AMRs, & Towlines
Automated material handling systems such as AGVs, AMRs, and towlines play a critical role in today’s distribution centers. These systems depend on the right mobility components to perform efficiently, minimize maintenance, and ensure long-term reliability.
Caster Connection provides caster solutions designed to support the demands of automated equipment, helping improve performance, reduce battery draw, and enhance stability in high-traffic or precision-driven environments.
Casters for Automation Resources
If you're unsure of what caster setup to pair with your automated systems, we can help. Contact us for a Caster Needs Evaluation today.
