Overview
Polyurethane caster wheels are one of the best choices for heavy industrial use. They protect your floors, reduce rolling effort, and last longer than most other wheel materials. Whether you’re outfitting a warehouse cart or a towline, polyurethane delivers.
Both perform well. The right choice depends on your load, speed, and environment.
Why Choose Polyurethane?
- Floor protection — non-marking tread won’t stain or scratch your floors
- Long service life — can last up to three times longer than rubber wheels
- Low rolling resistance — easier to push, pull, and steer
- High load capacity — handles heavy loads without deforming
- High tear resistance — holds up in debris-heavy environments
Standard Polyurethane Caster Wheels
Bearing options include ball bearing, roller bearing, and Delrin bearing.
| Suffix | Construction |
|---|---|
| APB | Polyurethane/Aluminum Core — Ball Bearing |
| RAPB | High Capacity Polyurethane/Aluminum Core — Radius Tread — Ball Bearing |
| UPD | Polyurethane/Polyolefin Core — Delrin Bearing |
| UPR | Polyurethane/Polyolefin Core — Roller Bearing |
| UPB | Polyurethane/Polyolefin Core — Ball Bearing |
| UPP | Polyurethane/Polyolefin Core — Plain Bearing |
| UPSSD | Polyurethane/Polyolefin Core — Stainless Steel Rig — Delrin Bearing |
| UIR | Polyurethane/Cast Iron Core — Roller Bearing |
| UIB | Polyurethane/Cast Iron Core — Ball Bearing |
Shop Barron Equipment’s standard Polyurethane Casters
Blickle Premium Polyurethane Wheels
In addition to standard Polyurethane casters, Barron Equipment offers premium Blickle casters. For operations requiring specialized performance — such as driverless transport systems (AGVs), conveyor technology, high-speed movement, or hygiene-sensitive environments — Blickle’s proprietary polyurethane compounds deliver precision-engineered solutions that standard formulations cannot match.
Blickle Extrathane® — All-Purpose Performance
Blickle Softhane® — Extra-Gentle Floor Protection
Blickle Besthane® — Built for Speed
Blickle Besthane® Soft — Floor Care Meets High Performance
Blickle Polyurethane Compound Comparison
With a wide variety of options, it can be challenging to choose the correct caster for your application. Check out the table below to determine which polyurethane compound would work best.
| Property | Extrathane® | Softhane® | Besthane® | Besthane® Soft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 92 Shore A | 75 Shore A | 92 Shore A | 75 Shore A |
| Rolling Resistance | 0.9% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Rebound Resilience | 42% | 57% | 65% | 75% |
| Max Speed | 16 km/h | 16 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Hydrolysis Resistant | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Antistatic Version | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Best For | General Use | Floor Preservation | AGV/Conveyor | Hygiene + AGV |
Shop Blickle’s Polyurethane Casters
Where Are These Wheels Used?
- Manufacturing and warehousing — platform trucks, carts, tow lines
- Food processing — non-marking and washdown-compatible options available
- Automotive and aerospace — heavy assembly with floor protection
- Woodworking — handles rough surfaces and debris well
- Bakeries and food service — safe in food-adjacent environments
- AGV systems — Besthane® for automated, high-speed use
How to Choose the Right Polyurethane Wheel
Use the selector below to find the best wheel for your application.
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Selection Assistance
Not sure which wheel fits your operation? Our caster team works with manufacturers, warehouses, and food facilities every day. We can match the right wheel to your load, floor type, and speed requirements.
Email us at casters@barroneq.com or fill out the form below. A Barron caster specialist will be in touch soon.