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            OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES



            Sweeps - brushes - zerk fittings and more



            This category includes accessories, such as FOD [Free of Debris] sweeps and brushes, toe and foot guards, as well as zerk
            fittings. Every option brings an advantage and additional function to the caster configuration.






             Cable pusher [catcher]                 Toe / foot guard                    Zerk fitting











            Easly pushes cables and cords          Toe and foot guards provide         Zerk fittings allow for easy
            out of the way to provide a            increased safety in the work        regreasing of the bearing, thus
            smooth ride for patients and           place.                              providing long life and lower
            highly sensitive electronic                                                wear and tear on the swivel
            equipment.                                                                 bearing.



             Turntable                              FOD [Free of debris] sweep











            The turntable consists of two          Move debris out of the
            mounting plates, one above             direction of travel and avoid
            and one below a caster swivel          unnecessary wear and tear
            section. Ball bearings inside the      to the wheel tread, therefore
            raceway allow the mounting             providing a smoother ride.
            plates to rotate much like a lazy
            susan.
            Turntables maximize work-
            space, enable workers to remain
            in one position and rotate items
            they’re working with.






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