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    - - Shepherd Caster is a leading designer and manufacturer of cutting edge mobility solutions for a variety of OEM markets. For over 55 years, we have prided ourselves on responding to our customers’ needs with outstanding quality, on-time delivery, and excellent value at competitive prices. Our casters, found throughout a variety of industries including medical, store fixtures, electronic equipment, material handling and institutional, have long been a benchmark for quality and design in the industry. We have an experienced salesforce and international distributor network ready to assist you in finding the caster that is best suited for your mobility needs. If the right caster is not available among our thousands of standard products, we have the design expertise, manufacturing knowledge, and capabilities to create a custom solution to meet your needs.
  - Our Company
    - - The Colson Group is the largest manufacturer of caster and wheel products in the world. The company has operations in 14 countries and consists of nine major global operating units. Colson Group USA is the largest operating unit of the Colson Group, and it includes some of the most renowned brands of casters and wheels in the world: Colson, Albion, Shepherd, Jarvis, MedCaster, Pemco, Faultless and Bassick. These brands have been technological leaders in caster advances for more than 350 combined years. The drive and experience of Colson Group innovators have led to some of the most trusted, highest quality and advanced mobility solutions in today’s world.
  - Our Manufacturing
    - - With leading manufacturing facilities located around the world, Shepherd takes a strategic approach to manufacture our products in the regions that best support the needs of our customers.
        
        We are proud to be the leaders in USA-made casters, and constantly strive to set the standards in caster manufacturing, innovation, and automation.
  - Our Design & Quality
    - - Utilizing the latest in available technologies, our global design and engineering teams ensure every detail in performance, materials, and aesthetics are delivered to meet customers’ expectations and safety standards. From concept, to FEA and rapid prototyping – we bring your needs to reality.
        
        Industry leading test labs and global quality systems confirm our casters meet stringent quality standards. Our in-house capabilities ensure all designs meet or exceed industry standards (ICWM standards) to keep your products safe and mobile.
  - Our Service
    - - Customer Expectations and requirements are met through a combined success of teamwork, expertise, technology, and commitment to excellence in design and manufacturing.
        
        Our leading teams of inside and outside sales support are the most experienced in the industry, and are positioned around the U.S. to provide local support for all of your caster needs. We are committed to providing the service and support that you can rely on every time.
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Next Generation

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Tread Types
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Maintenance-free
Sealed precision bearing raceway, smooth and quiet
Wheels feature sealed precision ball bearings and full thread guards
Resistant to most chemicals
Zinc plated top plate
Recessed axle with plastic cap covers

QuikStart TPR

Anti-Microbial TPR

Santoprene

Optional Styles

Next Generation Stainless uses 304 Stainless steel top plates and components for better corrosion protection.
Next Generation Antistatic helps minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge.
Next Generation Non-Magnetic features non-magnetic plastic and metal components.

: Stainless Option

: Anti-Static Option

: Non-Magnetic Option

Brakes

Total Lock Brake models lock both swivel and wheel rotation
Directional lock models lock swivel rotation only, which assists with steering.
A rigid brake (not pictured) is available on 5″ wheel diameter models.

: Total Lock Brake

: Direction Lock Brake

Fastenings

Standard Fastenings for the Next Generation series include: Threaded Stems, Hollowing Kingpin, Top Plates, and Grip Rings. Additional fastening types, including round, square, and expanding adapter stems, are available by special order; please consult factory for details..

Finishes

Additional colors available by special order; please consult factory for details.

Laboratory Equipment
IV Stands
Mobile Computer Cart
Medical Equipment
Medical Furniture

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