Editing Caster (section)

==Ergonomic designs==
Ergonomic casters are designed with consideration for the operating environment and the task to be performed so that any injurious effects on the operator are minimized. Long-term repetitive actions involving resisting casters can contribute to strain injuries. Improper specifications can also contribute to reduced service life of casters.

Many parameters play a role in how well the caster performs. Parameters such as tire hardness, tread width and shape, the length of the trailing offset (the 'caster') and wheel diameter all affect the effort required to start the platform moving. Harder wheels will make the caster easier to roll by reducing deformation resistance. A less inflated tire offers more deformation resistance and thus more effort is required to move the attached platform. Turning effort is affected by the amount of caster and by the wheel diameter.<ref>[http://www.casterconcepts.com/solutions/by-application/focus-on-ergonomic-design-improvement/ Focus on Ergonomic Design Improvements] Caster Concepts' Solutions</ref>

Enhancements to traditional caster design include toe guards, track wipers, reinforced legs, steering tubes, swivel locks and brakes, all implemented in an effort to reduce operator injuries in the workplace.<ref>[https://www.euroshore.com.my/item/caster-wheels/ Caster Wheels] Euroshore</ref>