Aluminum Core Polyurethane Wheels
Aluminum-core polyurethane wheels combine lightweight strength with excellent wear resistance, ideal for industrial carts in clean environments like semiconductor, medical, and food, offering smooth, quiet, and corrosion-resistant performance.
Technical Information
Aluminum core polyurethane wheels are a high-performance solution for industrial and automated equipment requiring a balance between strength, durability, and weight reduction. By combining a lightweight aluminum hub with a resilient polyurethane tread, these wheels offer exceptional performance in demanding environments where both load-bearing capacity and smooth operation are essential.
Key features of aluminum core polyurethane wheels
• High load capacity
The aluminum core provides a rigid and stable structure capable of supporting medium to heavy loads without deformation.
• Lightweight design
Aluminum offers significant weight savings compared to steel or cast iron cores, making it ideal for mobile systems and battery-powered equipment.
• Durable polyurethane tread
The outer layer of high-grade polyurethane is wear-resistant, non-marking, and provides excellent grip on various floor surfaces.
• Corrosion resistance
Aluminum is naturally resistant to rust, making these wheels suitable for humid or chemically exposed environments.
• Low noise and vibration
The polyurethane layer absorbs shocks and vibrations, reducing operating noise and protecting delicate equipment.
• Precision machining
Aluminum cores can be CNC-machined with high accuracy, ensuring excellent wheel balance and concentricity for smooth rolling.
Common equipment and applications
Aluminum core polyurethane wheels are widely used in industries that demand clean operation, medium-to-heavy loading, and frequent mobility, including:
AGVs (automated guided vehicles)： smart warehouses, logistics automation
RGVs (rail-guided vehicles)： assembly line shuttles, automotive plants
Semiconductor industry: clean room stocker, trolleys
Industrial transport carts： heavy component transport in factories
Medical & lab equipment： cleanroom-friendly, non-marking wheels
Material handling systems： conveyor platforms, trolleys, lifters
Aerospace & electronics： precision equipment requiring smooth, controlled motion
Why use aluminum core wheels?
Compared to other core materials, aluminum strikes the ideal balance between strength, weight, and corrosion resistance.
Aluminum cores are perfect for:
Equipment requiring frequent acceleration/deceleration
Applications sensitive to vibration or contamination
Environments where weight reduction improves energy efficiency (e.g., battery-powered systems)
Customization options
These wheels are often available with customization to suit different application needs:
Different tread hardness (Shore A 80–95)
Anti-static or ESD-safe polyurethane formulations
Special hub designs for keyed shafts or precision bearings
Color-coded treads for easy identification and usage zones
Aluminum core polyurethane wheels are an excellent choice for businesses seeking high-performance wheels that combine strength, lightness, and long-term reliability. Whether you're designing AGVs, improving logistics platforms, or upgrading industrial carts, these wheels offer the versatility and performance your operation demands.
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