Aerol Casters

In the aerospace and defense industries, the demand for ground support machineries extends beyond standard commercial ground equipment to advanced solutions that meet the exact requirements and safety factors of military specifications.

Enter Aerol Casters, a seasoned aviation and aerospace component manufacturing company dedicated to fulfilling this demand. With a rich history spanning decades, it supports mission-critical operations in the aerospace and defense sectors with specialized products.

Aerol began as a division of the global aerospace company Lockheed Martin, with a different approach to product design and manufacturing, specializing in high-quality wheels, casters and running gear.

“Our in-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities enable us to be highly responsive in catering to the unique requirements of our customers’ applications,” says Alex Harden, technical product manager.

Understanding the critical importance of maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) in the aerospace industry, Aerol’s entire product line is adapted to be 100 percent repairable and rebuildable. For example, interchangeable parts in ground support running gear help reduce spare requirements and simplify logistical support, as well as providing a large measure of product longevity and efficiency.

A testament to this legendary durability is that some of Aerol’s equipment has been in service for over five decades. The value Aerol delivers is not only the serviceability of their equipment but also the services they provide. Aerol engineers provide onsite consultation to thoroughly understand the clients’ needs and deliver a superior solution.

With proven experience in the aviation and aerospace sectors, Aerol’s skilled engineering team gathers industry insights and collaborates closely on new designs and applications tailored to evolving client needs. They take special care to understand the critical nature of the products, which are deployed in demanding applications where reliability is non-negotiable. Based on their findings, they recommend suitable standard products or re-engineer and redesign them to ensure optimal fit and performance.

Throughout the production process, each component undergoes thorough inspection by Aerol’s engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure quality and reliability. Adhering to rigorous standards such as AS9100D, they prioritize delivering products that meet the highest standards.

Aerol recently partnered with the U.S. Navy and Air Force, adapting products to operate in different modes and designing new components in-house. The team conducted comprehensive analyses for stress calculations and performed rigorous testing to ensure the reliability and performance of these components under real-world conditions. In another instance, the Navy faced challenges in keeping the chassis of carts stable aboard their aircraft carriers and ships. They required brakes capable of securely holding the payload at angles of up to 30 degrees. Their search for suitable casters with brakes ended when they partnered with Aerol. Together, they developed a dead man brake solution that effectively addressed the Navy’s needs, leading to a long-term partnership.

Aerol’s clientele covers aerospace, including rocket and aircraft manufacturing companies like Boeing, along with the Department of Defense prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin. It also engages in munitions manufacturing with companies like BAE Systems. As an expert in high-speed applications, the company’s goal is to establish itself as a specified supplier for all branches of the military.

A legacy of supporting diverse clients over decades while meeting their unique requirements makes Aerol Casters a veteran in the aviation and aerospace industry. Aerol is a trusted partner to clients requiring high-performing ground support equipment for their mission critical operations.