Built to Last: Selecting the Most Durable Air Cargo Castors

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Kalpar Castors has a wide selection of castors for Air Cargo applications like Cargo Decks, Castor Decks, ODC Cargo Handling, Roller Beds used for multi-directional conveying of ULDs. Here we discuss key factors for selecting the right castors which would lead to better durability and efficiency. Continue reading to know more.

Enhance Air Cargo Handling & Maximise Efficiency with Kalpar Air Cargo Castors

The operation of the Global supply chain in a fast-paced world demands persistent operation. It is important to handle air cargo flawlessly. It is not just a consideration factor; it is an absolute requirement to handle and convey massive, heavy cargo on schedule. Every minute counts while relocating large shipments at the airport. Air freight efficiency and an extensive global supply chain optimisation are key priorities. For  achieving streamlined and timely operations air cargo operators require optimal ground support equipment with reliable castor wheels.

Unseen Hurdles: Challenges in Airport Cargo Operations

There are various types of challenges in airport logistics, most notably related to heavy cargo transportation. The challenge of heavy weight and scale demands robust castors. Normally, regular castors are prone to breakdown under such stress, frequently experiencing failure due to these forces.
Along with this, various environmental conditions pose difficult challenges.

Environmental Factors Affecting Airport Castors

  • Extreme heat and cold conditions affect the material integrity and its performance.
  • Snow, rain, moisture, and ice removal chemicals lead to issues such as reduced friction, corrosion, and unpredictable slippage.
  • Debris and dust obstruct machinery, causing premature wear.
  • Unstable terrain, potholes, and fissures might result in cargo damage.

Such factors can lead to the possibility of accidents, time consumption, and unwanted expenses. Flawless management is significant. Manufacturing all-weather air cargo castors with durability is paramount for airport essentials.

Kalpar Air Cargo Castors: Engineering Solution for Airport Demands

Kalpar produces high-quality air cargo castors engineered for Air cargo usage and related industries. These castors are engineered to overcome these diverse challenges.

Kalpar’s Air cargo castors have zinc-plated housing to substantially reduce corrosion. It is equipped with 2 accurate precision ball bearings with rubber seals, enhancing mobility and a flawless swivel action. Their high-grade design integrates a dual-duty zinc-plated bushing to assure equal load distribution. These castors consist of high-grade nylon for their wheels.

Performance & Safety: Kalpar Castors’ Edge in Air Cargo operations

Kalpar’s Air cargo castors are in the front line of the Airport’s harsh environment. Their nylon material of wheels gives robust abrasion resistance against water, moisture, ice, and de-icing agents.

Their precise ball bearings with rubber seals provide significant protection against contamination and contribute to longevity and low maintenance. Zinc-plated housing of these castors enhances the durability in diverse environmental conditions.

For heavy-duty air cargo wheels, their optimised maneuverability is crucial. Kalpar castors’ have the best-in-class castors perfectly suitable for heavy, extra-heavy, and even ODC (Over-Dimensional Cargo) handling. This Castor Deck’s embedded with Air cargo castors by Kalpar Castors enables multi-directional conveying of ULDs (Unit Load Devices).

Air Cargo Castor’s triple-sealed system with 650 LBS. (approx.: 295kgs) capacity increases the maneuverability of castors by up to 3 times.

Boost Efficiency and Savings with Kalpar

Banking on Kalpar Air Cargo Castors offers significant advantages, from smoother cargo management operations to reduced maintenance, fewer replacements, and longer lifespan, all contributing to considerable cost savings. Kalpar Castors deliver top-notch performances in harsh environments and ensure the protection of key assets and cargo even in harsh environments of airport operations. Its superior design and robust built quality will speed up the process and reduce the risks of accidents.

Collaborate for Smoother Air Cargo Management

Kalpar Air Cargo Castors are widely used in express logistics by airports, factories, postal services, courier services, material handling, and forwarding companies. Kalpar offers customised solutions to meet your specific requirements.

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