In the toughest industrial environments, heat is the silent destroyer. It weakens components, warps materials, and halts productivity when you can least afford downtime. But what if your caster wheels could survive and thrive those extreme heat conditions? That’s the question that inspired us to create the Lava™ wheel, a breakthrough in high-temperature performance that has redefined what’s possible when the heat turns up.
Developed and manufactured entirely in North America, the Lava™ wheel is built from a proprietary, glass-filled high-temperature nylon blend that endures continuous temperatures up to 475°F and intermittent spikes to 525°F without degradation, flaking, or cracking. The real breakthrough lies in what we call the WOW Design, with the same remarkable heat resistance, now with higher load capacity and even smoother performance.
With a durometer of 85 D (+/-5), Lava™ offers a near-steel hardness at a fraction of the weight, making it both stronger and more ergonomic. The result is a wheel that moves effortlessly under heavy loads while resisting impacts and deformation. Each wheel is injection-molded in our fully integrated facility to ensure precision consistency and quality control, with diameter size options from 3″ to 12″ and multiple bearing configurations, including precision, roller, and stainless steel, all procured with heat-treated processes for lasting performance.
For many industries, heat isn’t an occasional hazard, it’s a constant challenge. In bakeries, ovens operate for hours on end. In autoclaves and paint curing stations, elevated temperatures are part of daily production. Traditional wheels struggle to survive, failing by softening, seizing, or breaking down when exposed to prolonged heat and moisture. That’s where Lava™ stands apart. Its one-piece, debris-rejecting tread resists chipping, chemical damage, and water absorption, making it ideal for wash-down and steam-cleaning environments. Whether rolling through flour-dust air or factory grit, it stays clean, smooth, and maintenance-free, protecting both floors and equipment from damage. For OEMs and facilities managers, this translates directly to less downtime, lower replacement costs, and safer, more efficient operations.
Behind every Lava™ wheel is the Algood advantage. As a North American manufacturer, we provide direct access to our CAD LAB™ software, reliable lead times, and a level of craftsmanship rarely seen in industrial production today. Every caster is precision-built to order, backed by decades of expertise and our 3-Year No-Excuse Warranty™ underscoring our commitment to quality and trust. For engineers and buyers seeking custom industrial casters or caster design solutions for high-temperature or heavy-equipment environments, we doesn’t just offer a product, we deliver a collaborative partnership. The Lava™ wheel is proof that when you combine advanced materials with world-class engineering, you don’t just meet expectations, you raise the standard.
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