AVO Aldo Valsecchi S.p.A. is officially an HISTORIC BRAND

In the food industry, efficient handling is as essential as compliance with hygiene regulations. Choosing the right wheels for equipment, machinery, and production lines can make a real difference in safety, cleanliness, and durability.

With its long-standing expertise in wheel and caster production, AVO Aldo Valsecchi is the ideal partner for companies in this sector, offering solutions specifically designed for every need – with guaranteed quality and reliability over time.

AVO uses only materials selected for their resistance to cold, moisture, and corrosion: special polyurethanes that stay elastic even at very low temperatures and are easy to clean; stainless steel AISI 304 and AISI 316 for supports and metal parts, ensuring hygiene and long-lasting performance.

Product design is optimized to minimize dirt traps and make cleaning operations easier, lowering maintenance and replacement costs: smooth surfaces and compact shapes are key features.

Our 5 tips for choosing your ideal wheel

1. Choose materials that maintain their mechanical properties, elasticity, and smooth rolling even at sub-zero temperatures, avoiding breakage, stiffening, or deformation that could compromise handling.
2. To withstand frequent sanitization – even with aggressive detergents – opt for AVO’s Polyurethane and Polyamide 6 wheels, plus AISI 304 or 316 stainless steel supports, resistant to corrosion and moisture.
3. Avoid contamination risks by using wheels with plain bore hubs or stainless steel bearings, which require no maintenance and release no unwanted substances.
4. Reduce operator effort by choosing high-rollability wheels such as Thermoplastic Polyurethane, including the soft Polyurethane version, or elastic, non-marking rubber wheels – silent-running, impact-resistant, and low-friction.
5. Always check the load capacity required, factoring in potential impacts, uneven floors, or sudden acceleration. We recommend choosing wheels with a higher safety load than the static requirement, to ensure durability and stability under dynamic conditions.

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AVO, a leader in industrial mobile solutions, has always been a reliable partner at the forefront when it comes to wheels and castors designed for extra heavy loads, an answer to mobility needs in industrial environments that require the handling of particularly heavy and demanding loads.

In environments such as logistics, construction sites, heavy industries and transport of bulky materials, safe and smooth handling of loads is essential. The new AVO wheels, designed with high-performance materials, can support extremely heavy loads without compromising the safety and durability of equipment. These solutions are ideal for industrial vehicles, forklifts, mobile platforms and other applications where strength and durability are key requirements.

Key features of the new AVO wheels and castors:

• • Extra Heavy Load Capacity: Each wheel is designed to support very high loads, up to 1000 kg per unit, ensuring smooth movements even under extreme stress.

• • Innovative Materials and High Strength: The wheels are made of polyurethane and reinforced steel compounds, offering superior resistance to wear, impact and mechanical stress.

• • Adaptable Brackets: Available with adjustable and sprung brackets, which allow the wheel to be adapted to specific load requirements and terrain type.

• • Resistance to Environmental Agents: A combination of high-quality materials ensures resistance to chemicals, extreme temperatures and corrosion, making these wheels perfect for harsh industrial environments.

• • Anti-vibration Design: The wheels are designed to minimize vibration when transporting heavy loads, improving stability and operational safety.

• • Ease of Maintenance: The wheels and casters are designed to be easy to inspect and maintain, with a long operating life that reduces replacement costs and optimizes performance over time.

An investment in productivity and safety

The ability to transport extra heavy loads safely and with minimal effort is critical for industrial companies aiming to optimize daily operations. AVO’s casters and castor brackets are the perfect solution for those seeking safety, reliability and superior performance in even the harshest working conditions. With an ongoing commitment to improving its solutions for
industry, AVO confirms its position as a leader in the industrial casters sector, providing products that meet the modern challenges of efficiency and safety in industrial settings.

In the food and wine industry, the choice of raw materials and the technical characteristics of wheels and castors are of paramount importance to ensure excellent performance and meet specific requirements for cold or heat resistance, hygiene, safety and durability. For companies operating in these sectors, where every detail is crucial to avoid contamination and ensure product quality, it is essential to have solutions that are robust, easy to clean and comply with industry regulations.

The new BLUE AVO color, specially developed for the food industry, represents a major innovation in this area. The distinctive shade of blue is designed not only to provide a modern and stylish appearance, but also to facilitate immediate detection of any residue particles that might come into contact with food. Due to its high visibility, the AVO Blue color allows for quick action in case of visible contamination, thus helping to maintain the highest food safety standards.

In addition, the combination of stainless steel for the stand and special attention to wheel design ensures impeccable hygiene. Stainless steel, known for its corrosion resistance and ease of cleaning, prevents the proliferation of bacteria, mold or other contaminants, ensuring long-lasting protection in environments with a high risk of contamination. AVO wheels are designed specifically for the food and wine industries, where working conditions require highly specialized solutions.