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Wheels and castors
Wheels and castors are available in a variety of different designs. The function and quality of a castor or wheel depends on both the overall concept and the individual details. Even small differences can influence mobility solutions in the various fields of application. In order to maximise efficiency and service life, it is therefore extremely important to select the right castor system. This is why TENTE, as an experienced manufacturer of wheels and castors, offers tailored solutions that meet the requirements of its customers.
The wheel consists of the tread, the wheel centre and the wheel bearing. Various materials and designs can be selected for each of the components. For example, tread materials are subdivided into hard and soft materials, which are suitable for different types of floors. The wheel centre can be made of sheet steel, plastic, die-cast zinc or cast metal, for example, and three main groups of wheel bearings are available: Plain bearing, ball bearing and roller bearing.
Castors comprise a wheel, a castor housing and a fitting. Various versions are available here, too. Housings are available as fixed or swivel castor housings, in which either the castor is fixed or can swivel. Steel sheet or malleable cast iron are often used as the housing material. The castor is connected to the device, the application or the trolley by means of a fitting. Depending on the application, tube, plate, or round solid-stem fittings may be used.
Individual system solutions from TENTE
The overview shows just how diverse wheels and castors are. We are here to help you find the right mobility system for your application – and we can also help you with the development of tailored solutions, if required. Please contact us for advice from our experts on all aspects of wheels and castors!