One of the World’s largest Castor and Wheel manufacturers , Wicke GmBh, have launched their new online ordering platform. Accessed via the main Wicke website at www.wicke.com, the Web-shop constitutes a major development of the Wicke Brand.
David Slawson, Wicke UK Manager: “An online platform was not really in our sights originally but, although the dramatic rise in domestic online ordering is well documented, it is remarkable how quickly the Material Handling sector has also taken it up. We could see that there was a requirement for customers to be able to access the Wicke range of standard products quite literally ‘at the push of a button’. We see this new development as a complement to our traditional access channels rather than replacing them as we will always value the personal cooperative approach that we are known for”
The Wicke Web-shop is one of the many exciting developments taking place over the whole of The Wicke Group. The head office in Germany is well under way with its “WICKE 2030” expansion plan with the largest single investment programme in the industry. This will deliver a new polyurethane production, a complete new packing and despatch complex and over 22000 additional storage locations. The production centres in China and Czech Republic are also receiving extra storage facilities as well as new Urethane and Rubber production.
As one of the major Global manufacturers of Fork Truck Drive and Load wheels, Pallet Rollers and Stabilisation Castors, Wicke operates a Global network of National Distribution Centres to serve their respective local markets. As part of the investment plan, these centres are also expanding their stockholding in order to maintain the demands of todays “just-in-time” ethos.
The company has recently developed its new “Drivethane” material which offers the highest dynamic performances in Fork Truck Drive and Load wheels. Extensive development and testing has resulted in a OEM quality material that is cost optimised, giving extended service life and reduced maintenance costs.
Wicke has also a wide portfolio of Polyurethanes in different shore hardnesses depending on the environmental demand. As well as the standard 92 Shore hardness, alternatives are available ranging from 65 to 96 Shore. Furthermore Wicke are offering Anti-Static, High Speed and Non-Marking options. As well as improving operational characteristics, selecting the correct material for the application has a marked effect on the wheels lifespan and consequent maintenance cycles.
The Global situation is bringing its own challenges but Wicke with its vertical, largely inhouse supply, manufacturing and logistic structure together with collaborative engagement of its customer base has mitigated much of the impact. The development of its own “Drivethane” material has reduced the exposure and dependence on the traditional urethane markets. Wicke products satisfy the highest quality and technical demands resulting in significant long term maintenance cost reductions
The applications of castors are as varied as the industries they are used in. Wicke castors are key components in the internal logistics of many major Automotive and Aerospace factories and are used on Missile launching trolleys for the US Navy, Road Sweepers and Tarmac laying machines… with quality engineering and imaginative design solutions the possibilities are endless.
To discuss your requirements: contact Wicke UK on 01215224488
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