Heavy-Duty Jacking Castors in Action

Recently, we had the opportunity to supply heavy-duty jacking castors, chosen specifically to support our customer’s operational needs.

The Challenge

In large-scale vehicle manufacturing, the movement and positioning of heavy components are a daily necessity. Traditional castors are often less effective when simultaneous precision lifting and stability are required, especially in environments where weight loads are significant and durability is non-negotiable.

Our customer needed a solution that could:

• Handle substantial weight loads with complete reliability.
• Offer precise lifting and movement during production processes.
• Enable smooth, controlled mobility across the uneven surfaces of the workshop.
• Perform consistently in a demanding industrial environment.

The Solution: Heavy-Duty Jacking Castors

Ross Handling provided a tailored combination of braked and unbraked heavy-duty jacking castors, selected to meet the customer’s operational requirements.

Key features included:

• Dual functionality – Jacking castors provide stability where safety is critical while offering flexibility and manoeuvrability. Using both braked and unbraked versions together ensured complete control over movement.
• Durable wheel construction – With a polyurethane tread and cast-iron centre, these castors delivered smooth rolling performance combined with robust wear resistance. This guaranteed reliability in a high-activity workshop environment.
• Precision lifting – The integrated jacking mechanism allows for controlled lifting, enabling components to be positioned accurately and safely.

160mm Braked Heavy Duty Jacking Castor with Polyurethane Wheel 600kg Load

160mm Heavy Duty Jacking Castor with Polyurethane Wheel 600kg Load

Working in Partnership

Integrating jacking castors into the customer’s production process has delivered measurable benefits. Efficiency has improved, with components moved quickly and safely across the factory floor. Workplace safety has also been enhanced, as the castors reduce strain and minimise risks associated with heavy lifting. Crucially, the durability of the polyurethane and cast-iron wheels ensures reliable long-term performance, even under rigorous industrial use. Together, these advantages have enabled the manufacturer to streamline operations while upholding the high standards their reputation depends on.

This collaboration highlights the value of specialised industrial equipment in driving innovation and efficiency. As bus manufacturing becomes more advanced, the right mobility and lifting solutions make all the difference in productivity and safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of jacking castors?

Jacking castors provide mobility and adjustable height control for heavy equipment, improving flexibility and efficiency in handling. They are most effective when the floor levels are uneven, providing simultaneous lift and horizontal movement to make handling easier.

What sectors benefit from the use of jacking castors?

Industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, medical, and events benefit from jacking castors by enabling safe and precise movement of heavy or delicate equipment.