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6403 Series: Rugged, versatile, ready for action

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6403 Series: S6463-A38H-MR-RB [Zinc Finish]

If you’re looking for a caster that combines high capacity with real-world flexibility, the 6403 Series deserves your attention. It delivers remarkable power and exceptional versatility in a 1-1/2″ tread width caster, backed by superior construction and a wide array of options.

These casters provide engineered construction that performs. They are robotically welded and built with double-raceway construction for outstanding maneuverability. 6403 casters feature a 5/16″ diameter upper race and a 1/4″ diameter lower race, both with hardened steel load bearings. The 5/8″ diameter kingpin is nut and bolt coined.

Available in 3″, 4″, 5″, and 6″ diameters with a maximum capacity of 800 lbs., the 6403 can be paired with a variety of wheels, including PurThane™, Envirothane™, RollX™, and high-temp Lava™. Providing maximum configurability, it is also available with round, threaded, expandable, and metric stems, as well as a wide variety of brakes, plates, and bearings.

Manufactured in our fully integrated facility in Toronto, 6403 casters come in a bright zinc, corrosion-resistant finish and can also be produced in stainless steel. These North American-made casters are available with outstanding lead times, delivery dates you can depend on, and are backed by our 3-year No-Excuse Warranty.

The 6403 is designed to handle rugged applications, uneven surfaces, and outdoor use. It works well with forklifts, light towlines, large stock carts, medium-duty platform trucks, and small garbage bins. It can also be used for food service equipment and hospitality settings. When made of stainless steel, it is a strong option for clean environments such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and high-tech industries.

To find out more about this industry-leading caster and select the right configuration for your equipment and environment, contact your local Algood representative or a member of our customer service team.

See all the 6403 Series details
Download the 6403 Series Catalogue Page

Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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Algood Product Spotlight: Stainless Steel 2309 Series

Stainless, Versatile and Stunning: The 2309 Series

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2309 Series: S2359-A27D-HTPH-DLB [Zinc Finish]

Crafted from polished 304 stainless steel, the 2309 Caster Series is engineered to deliver a rare combination: durability, clean-environment effectiveness, versatility and a refined look. Now, that’s pure performance! It brings all the benefits of stainless steel to a medium-duty caster, making it a smart choice when you need reliable mobility that’s also budget-friendly.

2309 Series: R2359-A27D-PROF-PB-TG

Designed for robust, consistent performance, the 2309 features outstanding construction and a wide range of components, making it both versatile and practical to specify. The series is available as a complete stainless-steel caster, including a double-locking brake with a step-on/step-off pedal that locks both the wheel and swivel in any direction. That’s a control feature that makes a difference in busy, space-constrained environments.

At the core of its stability and maneuverability is a double raceway construction with 5mm diameter upper and lower races, paired with hardened stainless steel load bearings. With a capacity up to 450 lbs, a 1-1/4” tread width, and wheel diameters of 3”, 4”, and 5”, the 2309 can be produced with a wide variety of wheels, brakes, and stems – including expandable stems – so you can match the configuration to the equipment and the application. Optional raceway seals are ideal for healthcare applications.

NSF Approved

The 2309 is also NSF certified, confirming it meets public health and safety standards and rigorous quality requirements for materials and products. NSF certification programs require regular on-site inspections of manufacturing facilities, providing added reassurance for customers who depend on consistent quality.

Because the 2309 is produced in our integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, you can count on remarkable lead times, dependable delivery dates and trusted North American quality backed by our 3-Year No-Nonsense Warranty™.

Resistant to moisture, corrosion, and most chemicals, the 2309’s stainless construction, combined with its NSF certification, makes it an excellent fit for hospitals, food processing machinery, pharmaceutical equipment, foodservice equipment, and other environments where performance and cleanliness go hand in hand.

To find out how our 2309 medium-duty stainless caster can meet your needs (or the needs of your customers), contact your local Algood distributor or sales rep—or a member of our customer service team.

See all the 2309 Series details
Download the 2309 Series Catalogue Page

Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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Inside Algood: Welding – Fusing Workmanship and Quality

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Inside Algood is a behind-the-scenes look at how engineering, manufacturing, and people come together to build the casters you rely on. In this issue, we spotlight our injection moulding.

Welding is often an overlooked facet of a finished manufactured caster because, in many applications, welds are never seen once the caster is bolted into place. Yet these hidden joints are what hold the entire rig together and carry the load day after day.

Welding is the process of joining metal components by applying heat until the base materials melt and fuse. During welding, temperatures can exceed 1,500°C, allowing the metals to bond at a molecular level. As the joint cools, the material solidifies into a single continuous structure, which is why a properly executed weld can be as strong as, or stronger than, the original material.

At Algood, welding is integrated into a broader manufacturing workflow. For rigid casters, the process begins with stamping, where legs and top plates are punched. These components are then welded together before moving on to finishing processes such as heat-treating, plating, painting, or curing. Final assembly or coining follows, ensuring each yoke is ready for use.

On swivel casters, legs are welded to the bottom raceways, forming the assembly’s structural base. Additional welding connects kingpinless heads to top plates and legs, and application-specific welds include attaching caster guards or positional locks.

To support both consistency and flexibility, Algood uses a combination of robotic and hand welding. Robotics are used where repeatability and uniformity are critical. Manual welding is reserved for custom or complex assemblies, where experienced welders adjust variables in real time. This includes controlling heat input, travel speed, torch angle, and filler material placement. These adjustments ensure proper weld penetration, minimize distortion, and maintain alignment, especially when working with varying material thicknesses or unique geometries.

Welding techniques are selected based on application requirements. In high-stress areas, double welding is used, meaning multiple welding passes to reinforce the joint and increase load-bearing capacity. Tack welding uses small welds to hold components in position, such as fixing a swivel raceway to effectively convert the caster into a rigid unit. It can also be sufficient for lighter-duty applications where full welds are not required.

An often-overlooked part of the process is post-weld cleanup. During welding, small particles of molten metal known as splatter can adhere to surrounding surfaces. These are removed through wire brushing or chiseling to ensure proper fit, finish, and quality. This step is part of our quality assurance process and contributes to overall product performance.

All welding at Algood is performed in-house, ensuring complete control over quality and consistency. Each weld is evaluated for penetration, uniformity, and its role in the overall structure. The result is casters built with intent, where every joint supports long-term performance and extraordinary quality in real-world applications.

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Algood Product Spotlight: Twin Track Series

One Caster. Two Raceways. Endless Configurations.

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In heavy-duty applications, performance is not optional. When equipment carries extreme loads and operates in abusive conditions, every component must be engineered for strength and reliability. That’s where the Twin Track™ series stands apart, now with CAD LAB™ configurability.

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Built for demanding environments, Twin Track features a double raceway, kingpinless design that distributes stress more effectively than traditional systems. A 4-inch raceway with 1/2-inch hardened steel balls works in combination with a second 2-3/4-inch raceway with 3/8-inch balls, creating a structure that behaves like a tapered bearing. The result is a caster capable of supporting up to 6,000 lbs while maintaining smooth movement and structural integrity under load.

With 3/8-inch-thick double-welded legs, a 1-inch axle, and full heat treatment, Twin Track is designed to manage both vertical and lateral forces in real-world conditions where failure is not an option.

With Algood’s CAD LAB™ configurator engineers, distributors, and buyers can configure a Twin Track caster to match specific application requirements without delays or guesswork. Wheel diameter, tread type, wheel material, bearing options, brake configurations, mounting styles, and finishes can all be defined within a single, streamlined experience. The platform is built on Algood’s engineering logic yet remains intuitive enough to use without specialized expertise.

The platform is simple to navigate, allowing both technical and non-technical users to confidently build solutions that work.

CAD LAB allow users to shape a solution based on real-world requirements such as load capacity, floor conditions, and operating environment. This creates a level of flexibility that traditional sourcing methods cannot match, enabling faster, more precise decision-making.
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For applications that extend beyond standard configurations, the process does not stop at the screen. Twin Track can be adapted with dual wheel configurations, special overall heights, or other application-specific requirements. CAD LAB serves as the starting point, with Algood’s engineering team working alongside customers to refine and deliver solutions that go further when needed.

Every Twin Track™ caster is manufactured in our fully integrated Toronto facility, ensuring outstanding quality and dependable lead times. Backed by our 3-Year No-Excuse Warranty™, it is a solution built to perform in demanding environments and supported long after installation.

Get the Twin Track™ Specs
Configure Your Twin Track™ Caster in CAD LAB™
Get the Twin Track™ Catalogue Pages

Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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7 Caster Maintenance Checks to Keep Equipment Moving

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Casters don’t usually fail without warning. They wear, loosen, bind, or misalign long before they stop rolling. A simple maintenance routine can reduce rolling resistance, protect floors, extend wheel and bearing life, and prevent avoidable downtime. Here are 7 practical checks your team can perform to protect your caster investment and keep performance smooth, stable, and under control.

  1. Install casters properly
    • Use lock nuts or washers to secure casters
    • Ensure expanding adapters are firmly fitted.
  2. Clean casters and surfaces
    • Remove debris, dust, and dirt from wheels and bearings
    • Use thread guards in high-debris environments.
  3. Lubricate correctly
    • Lubricate wheel and swivel bearings regularly using suitable grease.
    • For unsealed roller bearings, use a high-quality multi-purpose grease
    • On zerk fittings, use a grease gun and lubricate until you see fresh grease emerge.
    • Adjust lubrication frequency based on conditions—typically every six months or more often in harsh environments.
  4. Tighten and verify hardware
    • Frequently check and tighten axle nuts, mounting bolts, and king bolts to prevent misalignment and premature wear.
    • If casters are welded to equipment, check the welded elements for cracks
  5. Inspect for damage and rollability
    • Look for flat spots on wheels, rust, or damage to the caster housing.
    • Check frames for distortion due to overloads or impact loads
    • Inspect cart or equipment frames for metal fatigue cracks
  6. Avoid overloading
    • Do not exceed load capacity and
    • Avoid overloading or dropping loads (shock loading) to prevent sudden failure.
  7. Maintain and monitor usage
    • Replace worn components promptly
    • Check brakes and swivel function
    • Keep replacement wheels and bearings on hand to avoid costly downtime

At Algood, we’re here to help. If you’re running into caster performance issues, our customer service team is ready to work alongside you, starting with the real-world details of your load, environment, and use case. Because we manufacture in North America in a fully integrated facility that brings engineering, design, and testing under one roof, we can develop practical solutions you can trust, whether that means dialling in a standard configuration or creating a custom approach. And if you’d like to explore options on your own, our CAD LAB™ modelling platform lets you test configurations and share your results in a variety of formats.

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Monsoon: Built for Strength. Engineered for Stability.

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Monsoon Series: SMO83-A63L-FSR-TB [Black Ionic]

This unique caster has been designed and engineered to deliver 15,000 lbs of capacity in a kingpinless double-raceway configuration that provides exceptional stability. The Monsoon™ features a heavy-duty proprietary swivel head design that eliminates the kingpin, a traditional stress point that can loosen or fail under shock, impact, and heavy loads. Without a kingpin to deform or break, the Monsoon delivers greater structural integrity and dependable performance in severe heavy-duty applications.

This kingpinless caster head features a 5” raceway above a 3” raceway, with 5/8” and 1/2” diameter hardened steel ball bearings, respectively. The top raceway absorbs direct downward thrust, while the bottom raceway manages horizontal forces. Together, the two raceways function like a tapered bearing, allowing greater lateral movement while handling more severe loads.

Engineered for performance, the rig features continuously welded legs for added strength. A standard corrosion-resistant bright zinc finish enhances both protection and appearance, with other optional finishes also available.

Monsoon Series: SMO83-A63L-FSX2-TB [Zinc Finish]

The Monsoon is available in 6”, 8”, 10”, and 12” diameters with larger sizes available and tread widths of 3” and 4”. It can be configured with a range of brake options, including the PolyCam Brake (PCB), Universal Wheel Brake (UWB) and 4-position swivel lock (4PSL). Tapered or roller bearings are available on both swivel and rigid casters, along with options such as spring-loaded and dual-wheel configurations.

You can bring these configuration options to life using our CAD LAB™ caster modelling platform. Build your Monsoon solution by selecting sizes, wheels, and brakes to match your application, then export your configuration in a range of engineering file formats. Buyers, engineers, and operations leaders can move quickly without back-and-forth, benefiting from clean selection, accurate geometry, and full compatibility.

This heavyweight bestseller is produced in our integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, delivering reliable lead times, dependable delivery dates, and high-quality North American manufacturing backed by our 3-year No-Excuse Warranty™. Many accompanying wheels, including RollX™ and NyRock™, are also manufactured in-house at Algood.

Built for demanding applications up to 15,000 lbs, the Monsoon Series is trusted across industries including tow lines, heavy service equipment, aircraft engine stands, ground support equipment, portable dollies, and die and tooling fixtures. Wherever stability, strength, and kingpinless performance are critical, the Monsoon delivers.

Get the Monsoon™ Specs
Download the Monsoon™ Catalogue Page

Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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Inside Algood: Injection Molding

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Inside Algood is a behind-the-scenes look at how engineering, manufacturing, and people come together to build the casters you rely on. In this issue, we spotlight our injection moulding.

Injection moulding is a key component of Algood’s fully integrated manufacturing facility. From raw material to finished wheel, the process is closely connected to tooling, production, and quality, allowing designs to move efficiently from concept into repeatable production.

All solid one-piece wheels, expandables, and brakes like the iLock™ are produced internally. These moulded components are designed as part of a complete caster system, with careful attention to how they carry load, interface with metal assemblies, and perform over time. Across the product range, wheels support capacities from 25 pounds to over 10,000 pounds. To meet that range, moulding equipment spans from 150-ton to 1,000-ton machines. Smaller presses are used for lighter-duty wheels and inserts, while higher-tonnage machines form larger wheels in a variety of materials.

Injection moulding for wheels and plastic inserts is a high-volume process that uses thermoplastics such as ALThane™, Envirothane™, high-temperature Lava™, RollX™ and NyRoll™ materials to produce durable, load-bearing wheels. It involves heating thermoplastic pellets, injecting the molten material into a designed mould cavity under high pressure, cooling to solidify, and then ejecting the finished, precise part. Some materials require additional proprietary treatment to stabilize the part, while others are ready to move directly to the next stage.

Certain specialty wheels require additional precision. In some cases, bearings are integrated directly during moulding, allowing material to bond to the bearing as it forms. Other applications involve pressing bearings into the wheel immediately after moulding to ensure proper bonding and alignment.

All mould bases used for wheels and related components are engineered, designed, and built internally through the tool and die department. This close coordination enables quick adjustments and refinements without relying on external vendors, helping to maintain lead times and production stability.

Moulding operations run continuously to meet demand. Around-the-clock production highlights the importance of controlled processes, consistent oversight, and maximum efficiency. Even excess material produced during the process is reclaimed, reground, and reused when appropriate.

Quality validation extends far beyond appearance. Engineers regularly section wheels to examine their internal structure and material bonding, confirming that performance is incorporated throughout the part, not just on the surface. Final checks assess how moulded components function within the complete caster assembly to guarantee proper fit and reliability.

For customers, all of this happens behind the scenes. What remains visible is reliable performance, dependable load capacity, and wheels built to handle real-world demands with confidence. That’s the Algood advantage.

THE WHOLE YEAR AT A GLANCE

Be sure to request a complimentary 15-month wall calendar (January 2026–March 2027) with your next order. It‘s an invaluable planning tool to help you keep projects, schedules, and key dates in view all year long. Just email service@algood.com.

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Algood Product Spotlight: 304 and 316 Stainless Steel Caster Series

Engineered with 304 Stainless: Supercharged with 316

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7009 Series: S7069-A38H-PTN-PBSS [Stainless Finish]

In many demanding environments, durability, control, and corrosion resistance are non-negotiable. That’s exactly where the 7009 Series caster excels. Rugged and versatile, it pairs sleek lines with welded construction to deliver 1,250 lbs of heavy-duty power and it’s produced using work-hardened, electro-polished, and de-magnetized SAE 304 stainless steel.

At the core of the 7009’s performance is its double-raceway construction, engineered to deliver outstanding maneuverability without compromising strength. A 5/8″-diameter nut-and-bolt-coined kingpin adds stability and durability, supporting consistent performance where it matters most.

Just as important, this caster’s construction is designed to meet real-world specification requirements. It can be engineered to customize overall heights and swivel leads to meet specific application demands, and it can be produced with dual or even tri-wheel configurations. Built entirely from stainless steel including stainless rollers, precision or ball bearings, and multiple brake configurations for enhanced control. This series can also be manufactured in 316 stainless steel for environments requiring an elevated level of corrosion resistance.

7009 Series: S7069-A38H-NYNW-RB [Stainless Steel Finish]

Manufactured in our fully integrated North American facility, every 7009 Series Caster is engineered, stamped, and welded under one roof, delivering consistent quality, reliable lead times, and the confidence of trusted craftsmanship backed by our 3-year No Excuse Warranty™.

Our engineering approach is especially valuable in environments where hygiene and corrosion resistance are critical, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, high tech, and food processing. The 7009 can be supercharged using 316 stainless steel an ideal upgrade for facilities with strict hygiene and cleanliness standards that combine strong disinfectants with high temperatures to prevent contamination, and for production facilities requiring a contaminant-free environment.

In composition, 316 stainless steel includes 16% chromium, 10% nickel, and 2% molybdenum. Compared with 304, it has a little more nickel and a little less chromium, but the key difference is molybdenum, which is used to strengthen and harden steel. This higher molybdenum content greatly enhances corrosion resistance, providing superior protection against chlorides and acids.

To help you spec the right build faster, our CAD LAB™ configurator makes it easy to explore all the 7009 configurations.

If you’re looking for a stainless-steel caster engineered for strength, versatility, and maneuverability and with the possibility of an upgrade to 316 stainless steel, you need to know more about the 7009. Contact your local Algood representative or a member of our customer service team.

Get the 7009 Series Specs
Download the 7009 Series Catalogue Page

Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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Engineered for Heavy Duty Performance: Envirothane™ HD

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When a wheel becomes a bestseller, many caster manufacturers would let it ride. But at Algood, engineering momentum matters—because your operating reality keeps changing. Loads increase. Equipment gets more expensive. Downtime becomes less tolerable. And components need to work harder in tighter, tougher environments.

That’s why we took the winning formula behind our original Envirothane™ wheel, known for its one-piece construction and outstanding performance, and re-engineered it to meet new requirements: higher capacity, broader application use, and compatibility with our kingpinless caster platforms. The result is Envirothane HD™—built to help operations teams protect uptime while giving engineers the design characteristics they want.

Envirothane HD is engineered for up to 3,600 lbs of capacity while maintaining outstanding maneuverability, making it an ideal match for our Tornado™, Tornado9™, Twister™, and Typhoon™ kingpinless casters. It’s designed to perform indoors or outdoors, protect floors, and stay reliable with maintenance-free operation—so your team can focus on throughput, not wheel upkeep.

All production for this high-performance wheel takes place at our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto. You get competitive lead times and dependable delivery dates, with North American-quality backed by our 3-Year No Excuse Warranty™.

Engineering features with real operational payoff

Here are the design and material choices behind Envirothane HD—and why they matter in the field:

  • Injection moulded, one-piece construction to help eliminate core separation, providing durability you can count on
  • Sizes that spec easily: 3” to 12” diameters with 2″, 2-1/2”, and 3″ tread widths
  • Non-marking for better facility appearance and floor care outcomes
  • 80D durometer with memory retention to help prevent flat spotting (especially helpful after static loading)
  • Moisture-friendly and chemical-resistant for environments that punish standard wheel materials
  • Fully compatible with stainless steel casters
  • Temperature range: -45ºF to 200ºF, supporting outdoor use and temperature swings
  • NSF approved and pairs well with stainless steel casters for hygiene-sensitive applications
  • 100% recyclable, supporting more responsible material choices
  • Crowned tread to increase maneuverability (particularly useful when loads are high)
  • Maintenance-free, long-lasting, helping extend the service life of equipment

We encourage teams to use our CAD LAB modelling platform to build an Envirothane HD solution that matches your application needs—wheel size, tread width, caster pairing, and more—and then render that configuration in the format that is best for you. For buyers and operations leaders, you can get the right wheel quickly, without back-and-forth, while engineers get about clean selection, correct geometry, and compatibility.

Envirothane HD is suitable for a wide range of applications, including harsh and abrasive conditions, and supports operations across:

  • Pharmaceutical, healthcare, food production, hospitality, and high-tech environments
  • Heavy material handling, factory settings, and towline applications

If you’re balancing load capacity, maneuverability, floor protection, and long-term durability, Envirothane HD is built for that exact trade space.

Get the Envirothane™ HD Specs
Download the Envirothane™ HD Catalogue Page

Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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Inside Algood: The Tool & Die Difference

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Inside Algood is a behind-the-scenes look at how engineering, manufacturing, and people come together to build the casters you rely on. In this issue, we spotlight our tool and die centre.

The tool and die centre is a foundational component of Algood’s fully integrated manufacturing facility. In fact, Algood is the only major North American caster manufacturer with an in-house tooling area. Absolutely all our tooling is done onsite, supported by CNC lathing and milling, 3D printers and other sophisticated equipment.

The name “tool and die” reflects two sides of the same craft. Tools hold, guide, and support parts during manufacturing, while dies shape material into precise forms. Both live side by side in this department and are essential. Together, they determine how parts are formed, how repeatable the process is, and how well those parts perform once they become part of a complete caster.

The tool and die department is where raw metal is first shaped into the tools that ultimately form a caster. Long before anything is assembled or tested, this is where the groundwork is laid. The tools and dies built here quietly shape the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of every component manufactured at Algood.

The tool & die area supports metal stamping by developing the forming that leads to yokes and steel components and supports injection moulding processes by creating the moulds for wheels, brakes and all plastic parts.

All machining, milling, and CNC tooling work is done in-house. Mould design engineers constantly design and refine moulds for both stamping and injection moulding. Having this capability under one roof means ideas move quickly from concept to reality. When components are being developed, or an adjustment, refinement, or repair is needed, it happens right here and right away. We don’t have to wait for outside vendors or ship tooling there and back. That hands-on control helps keep projects moving and lead times in check.

The integrated tooling area also encourages ongoing internal collaboration. Engineers, toolmakers, and production teams work closely, consulting on the best possible solutions and resolving potential issues before they ever reach the production floor. The focus is on stability and repeatability, building tools and dies that support long production runs.

Our tooling supervisor sees the department as the “mother” of all production because top-notch forming and moulding lead to top-notch casters and components. Tool and die work plays a direct role in quality. Well-built tooling supports tighter control and reduces variation, which is critical for parts that must fit and function together. Having tooling onsite increases responsiveness and minimizes delays. It allows us to guarantee superior quality, attractive lead times and dependable delivery dates.

For customers, this entire operation stays behind the scenes. What they experience is consistent fit, dependable performance, and products that arrive ready to work. Tool and die making may not be visible, but it is critical in guaranteeing the quality our customers have come to expect.

Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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Algood Product Spotlight: Spring Loaded Caster Series

SL6083 and SL7003: Engineered for Shock Protection

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SL6803 Series: SSL6863-A47H-RXW-PB-TG-iLKW-C [Zinc Finish]

When sensitive loads include heavy weights, shock becomes a real threat. The SL6803 and SL7003 Series spring-loaded casters are engineered specifically to manage that risk, delivering controlled motion, shock isolation, and consistent load distribution where other casters fall short.

Both series follow the same engineering philosophy and are designed as fully integrated systems, not accessories. Impact is absorbed within the caster assembly itself, preventing vibration and sudden shock forces from being transmitted to equipment or cargo.

The SL7003 Series delivers this performance in a more compact footprint, while the SL6803 Series scales the same design principles into higher load ranges with increased structural mass. The SL6803 has a capacity of 1,500 lbs., while the SL7003 can handle up to 1,000 lbs. Both feature double-welded construction for added strength and are engineered to maintain continuous floor contact across uneven surfaces, keeping all wheels engaged and loads evenly shared.

SL7003 Series: SSL7064I-A38H-PTN-PB-iLKW-A [Black Ionic Finish]

At the core of both designs is a multi-spring architecture that allows performance to be tuned through spring selection. Each series is available with different spring types, enabling engineers to precisely match load capacity and deflection characteristics. As loads increase, heavier spring configurations provide greater deflection control, absorbing shock without bottoming out and maintaining system stability under dynamic conditions. Our patented load indicator displays the amount of weight being borne by the springs.

The SL6803 and SL7003 Series have now been added to Algood’s CAD LAB™, reflecting some of the most technically advanced builds ever released in our CAD modelling. Engineers and designers gain immediate access to accurate, configurable CAD models, streamlining design validation, accelerating approvals, and facilitating the specification process.

Within the CAD LAB™, both series can be configured in dozens of variations, with over two dozen wheel options, including RollX™, ProTech™, and Envirothane™, as well as multiple plate, stem, and bearing configurations. Braking options range from the iLock™ wheel-only solution to multi-position swivel locks and the integrated Universal Wheel Brake (UWB), a positive-lock brake welded directly to the caster fork. With the UWB, brake force, engagement angle, and braking point are fully adjustable, with smooth engagement requiring as little as 15 lbs. of pressure.

Explore the SL6803 CAD LAB™ Configurator
Explore the SL7003 CAD LAB™ Configurator

Manufactured in our fully integrated Toronto facility, the SL6803 and SL7003 Series offer dependable lead times measured in weeks, delivery dates you can count on, and trusted North American quality backed by our 3-Year No Excuse Warranty™. And when customization matters, there is direct access to engineering expertise.

Potential applications for these superbly constructed casters include mobile motion picture staging, aircraft ground support equipment, in-plant trailer parts, trash containers, tool carts, amusement parks, asphalt paving machinery and material handling equipment.

If your project demands precise shock control and tunable deflection performance, connect with your Algood representative to explore the SL6803 or SL7003 Series or request a quote today.

Get SL6803 Specs
Get SL7003 Specs
Download the Spring-Loaded Series Catalogue Pages

Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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Algood Product Spotlight: Twister Caster Series

Twister™: Heavy-Impact Performance for Real World Abuse

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Twister Series: STW82-A40H-LVW-RB [Zinc Finish]

The Twister™ Series is a kingpinless caster engineered for high-impact applications where equipment is pushed hard and reliability is non-negotiable. The Twister™ is built to withstand abusive conditions and tolerate major shifts in cargo loads, without compromising the structural strength that keeps your team moving safely and efficiently.

The Twister™ achieves its performance through purposeful engineering, starting with uniquely reinforced leg construction. Its heavy-gauge steel legs are 2-1/2” wide and 1/4” thick, wrapped around the head for added stability under impact and side-loading forces. With double welding and a deeper emboss that work-hardens the forks, Twister™ is designed to hold its integrity in applications where standard casters can deform, loosen, or fail prematurely.

Twister Series: STW62-A46H-MAU-RB-SLB [Zinc Finish]

At the head, the design includes a single ball raceway and is robotically welded directly to the plate, creating a rigid, high-strength assembly built to take repeated punishment. Add full heat treatment, and you get a caster that delivers consistent performance over the long haul. It’s ideal for heavy equipment and demanding environments, like automotive, manufacturing plants, tow lines, and industrial platform trucks.

This heavy-duty caster is manufactured in our fully integrated facility in Toronto. That means you get outstanding lead times, dependable delivery dates, and trusted North American workmanship all backed by our 3-Year No Excuse Warranty™.

Twister Series: STW82-A46H-PTNX2-PB-UWB-4PSL [Zinc Finish]

Twister™ also delivers flexibility where it matters most: application fit. With up to 2,000 lbs. of capacity, it can be paired with Algood wheel options like NyRock™, RollX™, and Envirothane™, and is available in 4”, 5”, 6”, and 8” diameters with multiple tread widths. It can also be equipped with several brake, stem, bearing, and plate options. Twister™ casters can even be ordered in a dual wheel configuration or with special overall heights when your build requires a tailored solution.

In heavy-duty environments, a caster isn’t just a component. It’s a critical performance point. If you’re looking for a caster built for abusive, high-impact environments and want the confidence that comes with expert engineering support and precision manufacturing, the Twister™ is ready to take the punishment and keep performing. Find out more about the Twister™ from your local Algood representative or a member of our customer support team.

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Algood is proud to manufacture its casters and wheels right here in North America. With our fully integrated manufacturing facility in Toronto, we are leaders in quality and innovation. For more information about Algood Casters, Call: 1-800-254-6633 or Email: Service@Algood.com

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