Are you struggling with large, multi-tiered wire carts that won't hold heavy loads steadily?You're not alone.
Many manufacturers face the same problem: standard carts often wobble under heavy loads, drift off track, or become difficult to maneuver—all due to poorly designed caster systems. But upgrading to expensive heavy-duty casters isn't the only solution.
At Simply Metal , our engineering team has developed two simple yet game-changing upgrades that can solve these problems at a manageable cost.
How we modified a typical heavy-duty cart:
1. Regain Control When It Matters
The Issue: Four swivel casters make loaded carts hard to control — they drift, especially on inclines or tight spaces.
Our Approach: We reconfigured the layout by replacing two swivels with lockable fixed casters — improving directional control and adding a braking feature.
Your Gain: Easier and safer maneuvering, plus lower overall caster cost.
2. Eliminate wobble and save money
Problem: Standard casters don't fit snugly in the tubing under load, causing dangerous wobble—many suppliers simply tell you to "upgrade to more expensive casters."
Our approach: We redesigned the mounting system to secure the casters with drilled holes and screws—a simple yet structurally sound solution that's both easy and completely stable. No expensive caster upgrades required.
✅ Solutions, Not Just Products.
These aren’t just theory. These optimizations are:
Proven in operation with clients in logistics, warehousing, and assembly lines
Designed with your cost structure in mind — no over-engineering, no fancy price tags
Focused on usability — because a cart should make work easier, not harder
🧠 Think Like You. Build for You.
Good design isn’t just about solving problems. It’s about anticipating them.
📩 Simply reply to this email. Tell us about your product challenge. We’ll offer a friendly, no-obligation design analysis.
We’re here to help you build smarter — not more expensive.
