Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Source for Durable Industrial Casters & Wheels
Caster Specialists has been a trusted leader in material handling solutions since 1961, delivering ANSI ICWM-tested casters and wheels designed to enhance safety and efficiency across industries. As a family-owned, fourth-generation business based in Westlake, Ohio, we combine 60+ years of expertise with a commitment to innovation, offering one of the nation's largest inventories of USA-made and globally sourced products. Our team specializes in custom solutions for automotive, pharmaceutical, food service, and heavy-duty manufacturing applications, supported by a 75,000-square-foot facility and a client-centric approach that prioritizes long-term value.With a focus on ergonomic design and durability, our products include maintenance-free casters, kingpinless systems, and specialized wheels for extreme environments. Backed by industry-leading warranties and a 3-year guarantee on select Colson brand products, we serve Fortune 500 companies like Ford, Tesla, and SpaceX while maintaining a dedication to community impact through charitable initiatives. Our technical sales team provides expert guidance, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that meet specific load capacities, mobility needs, and environmental challenges.
Services
Industrial Casters
Wheel Replacements
Material Handling Solutions
Ergonomic Caster Systems
Kingpinless Casters
Maintenance-Free Wheels
Medical Cart Casters
Heavy-Duty Casters
Custom Caster Assemblies
ANSI-Tested Products
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of specialized caster expertise and ANSI ICWM-tested products.
- Our USA-made casters ensure supply chain reliability and tariff-free sourcing.
- We provide custom solutions for automotive, medical, and heavy-duty industries.
- Our 75,000 sq. ft. Ohio facility enables fast delivery on 4,000+ CAD models.
- We serve Fortune 500 companies like Tesla and SpaceX with proven reliability.
Associations and certifications
- ANSI ICWM
What people say
Trusted expertise
Fast delivery
Durable solutions
Custom options
ANSI-certified quality
Services
Industrial Casters
Our industrial casters handle loads up to 30,000 lbs. per unit, featuring forged steel and heavy-duty polyurethane options. Designed for automotive and manufacturing environments, these casters withstand extreme temperatures and shock loads. ANSI ICWM certification ensures safety and longevity in demanding applications.
Ergonomic Solutions
MAX-Efficiency ergonomic casters reduce rolling resistance by 30% while rejecting debris. Ideal for healthcare and warehouse settings, these systems include toe guards and swivel locks. The USA-made kingpinless design minimizes maintenance and improves operator safety.
Medical Casters
MedCaster products provide quiet, sterile mobility for hospital equipment. Avant nylon casters meet RoHS standards, while shock-absorbing options protect sensitive imaging devices. Steam-sterilizable wheels withstand 280F cycles without deformation.
Custom Assemblies
We engineer custom caster assemblies for specialized applications, including retort carts and AGVs. Solutions combine multiple wheel types, brakes, and mounting configurations. Rapid prototyping supports urgent production timelines for OEM clients.
Maintenance-Free Casters
Albion and Colson maintenance-free casters eliminate kingpin failure with sealed precision bearings. Available in stainless steel and polyurethane-on-aluminum, these systems reduce downtime in food processing and pharmaceutical environments. Lifetime lubrication ensures consistent performance.
People
Jeff Stohr
CEO
Jeff Stohr leads Caster Specialists with a focus on innovation and customer-centric solutions. He drives strategic growth while maintaining the family-owned business's fourth-generation values of integrity and service excellence.
Trevor Stohr
President
Trevor Stohr oversees daily operations and business development. With deep industry knowledge, he ensures the company maintains its leadership in material handling solutions through technological advancement and operational efficiency.
Tim Austin
VP Sales
Tim Austin directs sales strategy, leveraging 20+ years of experience in industrial equipment distribution. He focuses on expanding market reach while maintaining personalized client relationships that align with the company's service-oriented philosophy.
Questions
What industries do your casters serve?
Our products support automotive, healthcare, food service, aerospace, pharmaceutical, and heavy manufacturing sectors with specialized mobility solutions.
Do you offer custom caster configurations?
Yes, we engineer custom assemblies combining wheel types, brakes, and mounting options to meet unique application requirements.
Are your casters ANSI certified?
All products undergo ANSI ICWM testing for safety and performance, exceeding industry standards for durability and load capacity.
What shipping options are available?
We offer free standard shipping on orders over $250 within the contiguous US, with expedited options available for urgent needs.
Can you replace existing caster wheels?
Yes, we provide wheel-only replacements compatible with most existing systems, including MAX-Efficiency, phenolic, and polyurethane options.
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