Great Lakes Caster Company Blog » Colson Caster http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog Tue, 22 Feb 2011 09:07:01 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 New 6″ Triumph Wheel from Colson http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2010/06/new-6-triumph-wheel-from-colson/ http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2010/06/new-6-triumph-wheel-from-colson/#comments Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:34:41 +0000 BC http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/?p=221 Colson has added a new 6″ Triumph Wheel to its product offerings.  The wheel is a viable option for manufacturing environments where high capacity loads need to be moved with non-marking and skid resistant ease.

The 6″ wheel joins the existing 8″ version.  The 6″ wheel is available in two models with 80 and 95 Shore A durometer polyurethane tread.  Like the 8″ version, the new model is built to resist damage from chemicals, acids, oils, and other caustic substances.

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Improvements with the 2 Series Side Lock Brake Design:
- Improved design offers more consistency between sizes

- Same brake pedal for all sizes

- Same solid axle, nut and washer for all sizes

- More robust brake lever insures maximum gripping power on wheel

- Larger contour brake pad means more contact surface to wheel

- Beefier brake lever gives less deflection while engaged

- Case hardened components insure maximum strength

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]]> http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2009/08/colson-introduces-new-2-series-side-lock-brake-design/feed/ 0 Colson Caster Launches NEW Single Assembly Expanding Adapter http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2009/08/colson-caster-launches-new-single-assembly-expanding-adapter/ http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2009/08/colson-caster-launches-new-single-assembly-expanding-adapter/#comments Tue, 18 Aug 2009 19:58:28 +0000 BC http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/?p=132 Colson Caster Corporation has announced a new single-assembly expanding adapter to replace it previous four-piece model!  The new format incorporates three interlocking pieces into one solid configuration for ease of installation and enhanced fit and performance.

This new product addresses the issues of customers using the previous model as they sometimes struggled to mesh and align four loose pieces to a caster.  This product ships pre-assembled and the only thing needed to do is tighten a single nut to secure the new unit. When the nut is tightened, the unit expands to ensure a tight and secure fit.

-Crafted with a durable glass-filled nylon knurled nut and flange bushing

-Uses a rubber expansion tube that fits over the stem of the caster

-Made with completely corrosion free materials

-Great for applications like healthcare and manufacturing material handling.

-For use on all Colson 1 and 2 series models and a full assortment of Colson wheels.

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]]> http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2009/08/colson-caster-launches-new-single-assembly-expanding-adapter/feed/ 0 Colson’s NEW TPE HI-TEMP Wheels! http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2009/08/colsons-new-tpe-hi-temp-wheels/ http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2009/08/colsons-new-tpe-hi-temp-wheels/#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:21:52 +0000 BC http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/?p=120 Do you need a cost-effective alternative for moderately high temperature environment that is maintenance free?

Colson’s new TPE HI-TEMP wheels are a great option

-Designed for maintenance and corrosion free operation

-Crafted of grey thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) tread chemically bonded to a white polyolefin core

-Single insert molded stainless steel precision sealed ball bearing

-Temp Range = -40 to 180 degrees with an intermittent temp of up to 300 degrees

-Includes glass filled nylon thread guard

-Ideal for medical applications and wash down environments

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]]> http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2009/08/colsons-new-tpe-hi-temp-wheels/feed/ 0 NEW 7 Series Precision Fork Assembly http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2007/10/new-7-series-precision-fork-assembly/ http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/2007/10/new-7-series-precision-fork-assembly/#comments Tue, 23 Oct 2007 12:14:58 +0000 admin http://www.greatlakescaster.com/blog/?p=8 Introductory EVOLUTION from Colson, the industry’s toughest maintenance free precision fork assembly for harsh towing applications. Automotive, tire manufactures, and anyone who needs a caster that can hold up in dynamic towing applications will be especially interested in this product.

The notched yoke base* is made from 1045 hot drop forged steel which means strength and dependability in this very robust fork. The precision radial bearing has a large 3.5″ diamater and is sealed on both sides for an exceptionally smooth swivel. This fork makes up part of an ergonomically friendly caster that confidently handles shock loads, easilly starts and stops, effortlessly moves over thresholds, and reliably negotiates uneven surfaces.

Click here to view Colson’s press release.

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