Colson Caster

Colson Caster Find the Caster or Wheel solution that is right for you. CURRENT TIMES:
Colson... Leveraging the legacy. Mr. W.L. Fay was the owner. Fred Colson as principal owner.

At Colson, we are gratefully aware of our industry longevity and history. We strive to protect and strengthen this legacy in everything we do. It is what makes us different and, we are convinced, it is what makes us better. We take great pride in the engineering and precision performance of our products, but for more than 125 years, the one thing that has set us apart from others is the care we pl

ace on the value of our corporate infrastructure--our company’s legacy of expertise and our people. Over the years, Colson has learned valuable strategies and lessons from partners, competitors, market changes, and employees, and has always been mindful of our position and able to carefully use this advantage to operate from a position of experience and maturity. As market leader in tested caster and wheel products, our strong and enduring heritage of financial fidelity translates into additional benefits for our clients and partners. Colson offers the most aggressive and complete warranty coverage in the industry, and our lessons in economies of design and manufacture empower custom and exclusive product choice and implementation. We have earned a global reputation for committed and long-term client and partner relationships, and for diverse product solutions on their behalf. From the knowledgeable and cost-effective sourcing of materials and technologies, to the careful and consistent attention to individual customer operations and realities, Colson brings one-of-a-kind capabilities and attention to our customers’ business needs. HISTORY:
Colson can trace its history back to 1885 when founded as "Fay Manufacturing" in Elyria, Ohio. Original products were the Fay Sulky Scraper and the Fairy Trycycle. In 1891 the company was sold to Arthur L. Garford and renamed "Worthington Manufacturing Company" with George Worthington as president. By 1903 the company was reorganized to "The Worthington Company" with Mr. They made tricycles, invalid chairs, wheel chairs, carts, and casters made with rubber tread. In 1917 Fred Colson purchased the company and changed the name to . . . "The Colson Company." He expanded the caster line, and to the product line was added hospital wheeled equipment & industrial material handling equipment. In 1953, Chicago based lawyer/businessman Jay Pritzker & his 26 year old brother Bob, an engineer, bought Colson and eventually moved the manufacturing and management offices to Jonesboro, Arkansas. In 1964 Colson combined with The Marmon/Herrington Company, successor to the Marmon Motor Car Company, to form the Marmon Group. The Marmon Group of companies is an international association of autonomous manufacturing and service companies with collective sales of over $6 billion. The next few decades marked worldwide growth of manufacturing facilities, market share and capabilities for Colson Caster Corporation. Finally in 2002, Bob Pritzker purchased a majority interest in all of the worldwide caster companies that were member companies of The Marmon Group. He named the new company Colson Associates, Inc. Sadly, Mr. Pritzker passed away in 2011. And, in 2012, the Colson Group - Colson Associates' caster and hardware companies - was purchased by Sentinel Capital Partners. As a successful company of history, it is fitting for us to always look to the future. Colson brings a vision steeped in a thriving legacy to our customers, clients, and partners. It is an unparalleled legacy of product, service, and corporate responsibility. It is the legacy of a manufacturing company and its people.

11/11/2025

Today and every day, we honor the men and women who have served our country. Your courage and dedication inspire us all.
Thank you for protecting our freedom.

10/31/2025
08/28/2025

We're gearing up for GSE Expo 2025 and we want to see you there! ✈️

Stop by Colson Group #3096 to discover how our high-performance casters keep ground support equipment rolling reliably.

08/22/2025

As summer wraps up, we want to give a big shoutout to our four amazing interns from this year. Each of them jumped right in, contributed fresh ideas, and made a real difference on our teams. We’re so glad they chose to spend their summer with us and we can’t wait to see what they do next. 🙌

08/20/2025

Our team has been spotting Colson Group casters out in the real world and capturing them in action. It’s always fun to see where our wheels end up rolling. Where have you seen Colson Group casters? 👀

08/16/2025

At Colson Group, safety is a shared responsibility.

This week, teams across our multiple manufacturing facilities have been taking part in Safe + Sound Week 2025.

From gearing up with new safety boots to participating in hands-on training sessions, our people are taking real steps to protect themselves and each other.

A big shoutout to everyone who makes safety a priority every day. It’s not just a policy — it’s who we are.

Happy International Women in Engineering Day! We're proud to recognize the incredible women on our engineering teams. 💡T...
06/23/2025

Happy International Women in Engineering Day! We're proud to recognize the incredible women on our engineering teams. 💡
Their expertise, creativity, and problem-solving play a vital role in everything we build, and we're grateful for the work they do every day.

As boating season is under way, our casters are built to keep up. From boat manufacturing to the marina, they’re designe...
06/20/2025

As boating season is under way, our casters are built to keep up. From boat manufacturing to the marina, they’re designed to handle the load with fiberglass resistance and all-weather durability. ⚓

Strong, reliable, and ready to roll. Just like Dad.
06/12/2025

Strong, reliable, and ready to roll. Just like Dad.

AGVs can travel over 60 miles a week, and Colson Group's dual, PU drive, and custom wheels help ensure every mile is smo...
05/30/2025

AGVs can travel over 60 miles a week, and Colson Group's dual, PU drive, and custom wheels help ensure every mile is smooth and precise. Check out colsongroupusa.com to learn more about our robotics capabilities.

Today, we reflect with gratitude.Memorial Day is a time to remember those who lost their lives in military service. As w...
05/26/2025

Today, we reflect with gratitude.
Memorial Day is a time to remember those who lost their lives in military service. As we spend the day with family and friends, we also take a quiet moment to honor their memory and the freedoms we enjoy.
Wishing you a meaningful Memorial Day.

Colson 2 Series casters are now available with 1 1/4" CG-MAX wheels; delivering unmatched durability with over twice the...
05/22/2025

Colson 2 Series casters are now available with 1 1/4" CG-MAX wheels; delivering unmatched durability with over twice the wheel life, 26% easier rolling, and quiet, non-marking performance. Available in 3", 4", 5", and 6" sizes for light to medium-duty applications.

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3700 Airport Road
Jonesboro, AR
72401

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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