How to inspect, maintain and care for wheels and castors on industrial trucks and trolleys.

Breg Products trucks and trolleys are fitted with good quality wheels and castors.
As a British manufacturer of trucks and trolleys we are proud to supply good quality lasting manual  handling equipment. 

Fitted to the base of your equipment wheels and castors move your products from A to B. Built to last with integrity. 

Wheels and castors are an important part of any moving equipment. keeping trucks and trolleys moving allows the workplace to flow efficiently increasing production.
Wheeled health and safety equipment helps to meet manual handling health and safety requirements.

Inspecting and maintaining wheels and castors is an important task. Following simple steps help to keep your wheels and castors in good working order. 

How to maintain and care for your wheels and casters

• keep clean - remove debris, dirt and grease before use. wipe with warm water and a damp cloth/sponge. Dry thoroughly.
• Do not overload equipment -overloading causes pressure and strain on wheels and castors. weigh products before loading and check truck or trolley maximum weight load before use. distribute weight evenly
• Intended use only - never load the truck or trolley with anything other than the intended purpose. reduces damage or injury. Use only for intended task
• Wheels - Lubricate axle and bearings if needed. Grease every few months.
• Training - all workers must be trained to use equipment including the operating, care and maintenance of wheels and castors to prevent damage or injury.

How to inspect wheels and castors

The following areas need regular close inspection. look for signs of dirt, damage, wear and tear. Inspect in operation, do the wheels or castors fully operate when in use. Do they move and turn correctly as designed. Are they in clean working condition. Do the brakes work. Are the wheels and castors stable for the task?

1. Movement - check for full ease of movement. wheels and castors should be stable and roll freely when in use. check for loose or unstable motion.
2. Brakes - if present test brakes apply and release while stationary and in motion.stopping sharply and releasing with ease. No jamming
3. Secure - check wheels and castors are securely attached. Never operate when loose or badly fitted
4. flat spots - signs of flat areas or misshapen. Replace.
5. Damage - any signs of damage or wear and tear. Replace.
6. Alignment- check wheels and castors are parallel and straight adjust if needed.
7. Bearings - check bearings. A rattling sound or unstable motion can be signs of being loose, stiff or damaged.
8. Brackets on casters - check brackets in working order are secure with no damage or wear
9. Cleanliness - wheels and castors must be kept clean and free of debris, dirt and grease. keep clean and dry.

Replacement wheels and casters

Time for your truck or trolley to need new wheels or castors? 

old, heavy use, change of purpose or wanting to upgrade your wheels and castors to reflect the task or working conditions are reasons to replace wheels and castors. keeping the equipment in good working order.

We have a selection of replacement wheels and castors for your official Breg Product industrial trucks and trolleys.

We only supply to official Breg Products manufactured trucks and trolleys. Breg Products wheels and castors fit Breg Products trucks and trolleys only.

Final Thoughts

Regular inspections and maintenance are essential in the workplace when operating wheeled equipment. 

• keeps wheels and castors in good working condition.
• Prevents damage or injury.
• Helps to meet health and safety requirements.
• keep tasks flowing across the workplace.
• Cost effective

Our range of wheels and castors are available direct from our website.
Unsure what you need or have a question?
please contact us and we 
will discuss the best options available to you.

TELEPHONE NUMBER: 
01484 469944
+44 (0)1484 469944

EMAIL ADDRESS:
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