Nylon industrial casters are caster products used in factories or mechanical equipment, with applications in industrial, commercial, and medical fields [6-7]. Industrial nylon casters generally refer to casters with a load capacity between 100-500 kg. Common wheel diameters are 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10 inches. Materials include nylon wheels, polyurethane wheels, etc. [2]

 Table of Contents

1.  Main Classification

2.  Key Technologies

3.  Market Performance

4.  Brand Culture

5.  Related Honors

6.  Other Gains (Selection Considerations)

7.  Development History

 Main Classification

Industrial nylon casters generally refer to casters with a load capacity between 100-500 kg during handling. Those under 100 kg are collectively called light-duty nylon casters. Those over 500 kg are generally called heavy-duty nylon casters, and those ranging from 1000 kg to several thousand kg are called extra-heavy-duty nylon casters [2].

Industrial casters are further divided into general industrial casters and industrial heavy-duty nylon roller casters. To be more specific, those in the 100-300 kg range are typically called industrial nylon roller casters, while those in the 300-500 kg range are generally called industrial heavy-duty roller casters [2].

Common wheel diameters for industrial casters are 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10 inches, with wheel widths of 40-50 mm. Common materials include nylon wheels, iron-core nylon wheels, polyurethane (PU) wheels, iron-core PU wheels, rubber wheels, synthetic rubber wheels, iron wheels, and high-temperature resistant phenolic wheels [2].

 Key Technologies

The production process for nylon casters includes multiple steps, starting with batching and mixing raw nylon resin, followed by injection or compression molding, then trimming, grinding, drilling, and other finishing processes, as well as surface treatments like spraying and coating. Finally, components are assembled via welding, bolting, etc., and performance testing is conducted [3].

High-performance nylon resins such as PA6 and PA66 are used in production to enhance strength, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance [3].

Control of process conditions is very important. Parameters such as injection temperature, pressure, and time have a direct impact on the fluidity of the nylon resin and the quality of the molded product [3].

Production costs for nylon casters are controlled through methods such as optimizing design, improving production efficiency, and using lower-cost raw materials [3].

 Market Performance

In 2025, the global nylon caster market size reached [data missing] hundred million RMB. The China nylon caster market size reached [data missing] hundred million RMB. It is forecast that by 2032, the global market size will reach [data missing] hundred million RMB, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of [data missing] % [4]. Global nylon caster market sales in 2031 are expected to reach [data missing] hundred million RMB. The China market size in 2024 was [data missing] hundred million RMB, and it is expected to reach [data missing] hundred million RMB by 2031 [5].

Major global manufacturers include Colson Group (USA), Blickle (Germany), and Tente. Leading companies in the China market include Shepherd Caster, Foshan Globe Caster Co., Ltd., etc. In 2024, the top five manufacturers held approximately [data missing] % of the international market and approximately [data missing] % of the domestic market [4-5].

By load capacity, product types can be subdivided into 80-200 kg, 200-300 kg, 300-600 kg, >600 kg, etc. By steering capability, they are divided into rigid casters and swivel casters, among which swivel casters hold an important position. Nylon casters are mainly used in fields such as medical, industrial, airports, and supermarkets [4-5].

From a production perspective, North America and Europe are two important production regions, holding [data missing] % and [data missing] % of the market share respectively in 2024 [5].

 Brand Culture

Casters are widely used in industry, commerce, medical equipment, machinery, logistics transportation, and other sectors. They are indispensable in industrial production and daily life. Yangjiang City mainly produces heavy-duty industrial casters [6].

 Related Honors

The "2018 Top Ten Caster Brands Annual Awards" was released that year.

 Other Gains (Selection Considerations)

Before selecting nylon industrial casters, it is necessary to consider their method of use, required functions, and operating conditions to determine the appropriate type. Pay attention to the load capacity, which refers to the general load-bearing capability of the caster when manually moved on flat ground. The total weight of the object to be carried must be estimated in advance, and suitable casters should be selected based on the allowable load. At the same time, the wheel diameter, material, mounting method (e.g., top plate mounting, threaded stem mounting), and type (e.g., swivel, rigid, swivel with brake) should be determined based on the installation equipment. It is necessary to weigh the existing caster varieties or types to select suitable industrial casters [7].