Flanged Wheels

Flanged wheels are designed to handle heavy-duty industrial and commercial tasks and applications, from pipeline engineering to mechanical engineering. These specialized wheels protect the floor and help you transport heavier loads with controlled movement. At Apollo Caster, we offer single- and double-flanged wheels made with only the highest quality, most durable materials, including premium cast iron flanged wheels. You can choose from a range of products made to meet demanding operational requirements and top-notch customer service to go along with it.

What are flanged wheels?

Flanged track wheels are made with a bearing and a flange at the wheel center. The flanges or grooves on the wheels keep your equipment running on the rails or tracks. Many manufacturing plants and industrial facilities use steel rails or tracks for internal logistics, and the flanged wheels roll smoothly along the track.

What are the different types of flanged wheels?

At Apollo Caster, we offer single and double-flanged wheels as well as different materials like cast iron flanged wheels, flanged steel wheels, and other options. Single-flanged wheels have a flange only on one side of their tread, whereas double-flanged wheels have two flanges. Both are effective, and our experts can assist you in deciding what’s best for your situation if you’re not sure.

What are flanged wheels used for?

Flanged track wheels are used for a variety of applications, including:

a) Manufacturing and assembly lines b)Warehouses and logistics centers c)Rail systems, crane tracks, and material handling equipment. c) Specialized uses in industrial and commercial settings.

A multitude of different industries utilize flanged wheels, including:

1) Mining operations 

2) Aerospace 

3) Food processing 

4) Restaurant and food service 

5) Hospitality 

6) Medical 

7) Marine industry 

8) Chemical industry 

9) Forestry 

10) Offshore loading

11) Pipeline engineering

12) Mechanical engineering

Single-flange wheel applications

Single-flange wheels are commonly seen on trolleys, trains, and other commercial vehicles with fixed axles.

Double-flange wheel applications

The double-flanged wheels are best suited for circumstances requiring the highest level of stability or where there might be obstructive debris. 

What are the benefits of flanged wheels?

The following are some of the many benefits of flanged track wheels:

1. Durability
   We offer premium cast iron flanged wheels, flanged steel wheels, and more. Our products are only made from quality materials, so they’re long-lasting and durable for years to come.
    
2. Precision Engineering
   Flanges ensure smooth, guided motion that prevents derailments and hazards that hamper your productivity. The result is a safer environment and more streamlined operations.
    
3. Load Capacity
   When we say heavy duty, we mean it. The load rating is listed under the ‘specs’ of each wheel here on our website, but if you have questions about the right type of flanged wheels and load capacity for your needs, you can always reach out to one of our friendly professionals:
   
   Send us an email on our site.
   Call us at 1-888-344-3036.
   Use our online chat box in the bottom right corner of the screen. 
    
4. Versatility
   Our flanged wheels are versatile and suitable for tracks, overhead rails, cranes, and other purposes.

Why flanged wheels?

Thanks to flanged wheels, heavy loads can be transported and rolled along the rail or track, which protects the floor and allows for controlled movement and shock absorption. 

Why Purchase Flanged Wheels from Apollo Caster?

At Apollo Caster, our goal is to help you increase efficiency and productivity and keep equipment and workers safe. We offer competitive pricing, quality assurance, fast delivery, and exceptional customer support. Reach out to our experts for personalized recommendations. We provide a wide range of options for various industrial needs, and there’s no time like the present to browse our product catalog and shop for flanged wheels, so you can tick that off your list.