Albion Casters · 1,056 Styles · USA-Built Industrial · Same-Day Ship
Albion Casters — Industrial Workhorse · 16-Series, 110-Series & MAX Efficiency
Albion Industries has been engineering casters in Albion, Michigan since 1928. The 16-Series forged steel and 110-Series kingpinless are the spec workhorses for general industrial, dock equipment, and material handling. MAX Efficiency 28-Series is the premium ergonomic line with the lowest push force in the industry. CasterHQ stocks 1,056 Albion SKUs for same-day shipment.
What makes Albion 16-Series the industrial workhorse?
16-Series uses drop-forged steel construction (not stamped or cast) — withstands shock loads, impact, and continuous heavy-duty cycling that destroys commodity casters. Combined with sealed precision bearings + bonded polyurethane on cast iron wheels = 7-10 year service life under continuous industrial duty. Most-spec'd Albion line for dock equipment, foundry transfer, and Tier-1 manufacturing carts.
Albion MAX Efficiency 28-Series — what's the ergonomic advantage?
MAX Efficiency 28AX wheels use 85 Shore A polyurethane on aluminum hub (not iron). Two engineering wins: (1) lower rotational mass = 12-15% lower push force at the same load = OSHA ergonomic compliance under continuous-push applications; (2) precision-machined aluminum hub + sealed precision tapered roller bearings = lowest starting force in the industry. For AGV, manufacturing line carts, and any continuous-push application, 28-Series is the spec.
110-Series kingpinless — when to spec?
110-Series eliminates the kingpin (the failure point in commodity swivel casters under towline service). Heat-treated raceway, sealed precision bearings, designed for continuous-duty inline conveyor + towline applications up to 5 mph. Crosses to Hamilton SEC kingpinless and Colson 4-Series Encore. Albion 110-Series typically same-day shipped vs Hamilton's 2-3 week lead.
How do Albion part numbers decode?
Standard format: NN[Letter Code]NNNNN[Suffix]. Example: 110AN04228R = 110-Series, AN orange polyurethane wheel, 04 (4") wheel diameter, 228 (2-1/2" tread width with rig), R (rigid). Letter codes: AN = orange poly, AX = MAX Efficiency 85A, PB = polyolefin black, PD = phenolic, NX = nylon. Trailing letter: S=swivel, R=rigid, SL=swivel lock, T=total lock, FBA/FBB/FBC = brake variants.
| Series |
Wheel/Construction |
Capacity |
Best Use |
| 16-Series Forged Steel |
Drop-forged, sealed bearings |
up to 6,000 lb |
Heavy industrial workhorse |
| 110-Series Kingpinless |
Heat-treated raceway |
up to 4,000 lb |
Towline + continuous duty |
| 120-Series Kingpinless HD |
Forged + sealed precision |
up to 6,000 lb |
Heavy towline + foundry |
| MAX Efficiency 28-Series |
85A poly on aluminum |
up to 1,500 lb |
Ergonomic / AGV / continuous push |
| Stainless Steel Lines |
304/316 SS rig |
up to 3,000 lb |
Wash-down + food + chemical |
Engineer Tip · Albion Spec Tip
For ergonomic compliance on manufacturing carts that get pushed all day, spec Albion MAX Efficiency 28AX 85A polyurethane on aluminum + ball bearings. Push force is 30-40% lower than standard 95A poly on iron at the same load. OSHA push-force-injury claims drop to near zero in plants that switch.
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OEM / Custom Spec
Need a custom spec or OEM wheel build?
Custom durometer, hub material, plate spec, or non-standard size — engineering team turns RFQs same day.
FAQ
Are Albion casters made in the USA?+
Yes — Albion Industries manufactures in Albion, Michigan. All 16-Series, 110-Series, 120-Series, and MAX Efficiency lines are domestic. Replacement wheels and standard accessories are also USA-made. Made in USA flag fires automatically on Albion product cards.
How do I cross Albion 16-Series to Hamilton or Colson?+
Albion 16-Series typically crosses to Hamilton W-720/W-820 (forged steel) and Colson 4-Series Encore (kingpinless). 110-Series crosses to Colson 4-Series Performa kingpinless. MAX Efficiency 28-Series is unique — no direct cross from Hamilton/Colson at the 85A on aluminum spec.
What's the lead time advantage of Albion vs Hamilton?+
Albion same-day from CasterHQ stock vs Hamilton 2-3 week lead from manufacturer. For most general industrial, Albion is the right spec because availability matters more than the marginal Hamilton premium spec. Reserve Hamilton for: aerospace, military, traceability-required applications, or load capacities above 6,000 lb.
Does Albion offer ESD / clean-room / FDA compounds?+
Yes — Albion offers conductive polyurethane (10^4 to 10^6 ohm), FDA-grade compounds for food processing, and clean-room sealed bearings. Custom configurations typically lead 2-4 weeks. Submit RFQ with your specific compliance target.
Albion warranty terms?+
Standard 1-year manufacturer warranty. MAX Efficiency 28-Series carries extended 2-year warranty on the polyurethane tread under rated ergonomic duty cycles. Sealed precision bearings carry 2-year coverage.
