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 metal stamping capability. Algood’s metal stamping department stands at the forefront of our commitment to meeting our customers’ needs and of our position as Canada’s largest caster manufacturer. […]
A caster may be expertly engineered, but if the mounting method is not suited to the load, operating environment, or equipment frame, overall performance will be compromised. The mounting system plays a critical role in transferring forces from the equipment into the caster, maintaining proper alignment, and ensuring long-term stability. It directly influences tracking accuracy, […]
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. […]
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, […]
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.
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.
Stay ahead of the competition with our weekly caster deep-dive. Get product announcements, case studies, innovative insights, and industry updates. Join our community of professionals and subscribe today for exclusive content.
