Freedom to move
Air Caster specialist since 1981
Preface
He dreamed of wings and wanted to travel the world as a pilot. However, this was not possible for Ruud van Brienen, due to his health. Yet the ambition to fly remained. He received his engineering degree and worked in the production environment for many years. This experience, in combination with his childhood dream, turned out to be a golden ticket for him.
In 1981 Ruud founded a successful family business: "Ingenieursburo van Brienen". This company, now operating under the name Aerofilm Systems, was specialized in enabling heavy loads to float, so that they could be moved easily. With technology similar to that of a hovercraft, it became possible to make objects heavier than an airplane float on a layer of air. And so, through the power of air casters, his dream of flying came true.
Today, Aerofilm Systems makes an important contribution to the internal transport needs of customers worldwide. Of course we do this with the same values as where it all started: Collaboration, Service and Quality. Our strength lies in building solid, long-term relationships with our customers, employees and partners. We add value to our customers' business with technical and innovative solutions. In addition, we are willing to go the extra mile to help our customers in the best possible way. With result: the many years of collaboration with our partners and our customers are proof of our success.
Jacco Driessen, Managing Director Aerofilm Systems
He dreamed of wings and wanted to travel the world as a pilot. However, this was not possible for Ruud van Brienen, due to his health. Yet the ambition to fly remained. He received his engineering degree and worked in the production environment for many years. This experience, in combination with his childhood dream, turned out to be a golden ticket for him.
In 1981 Ruud founded a successful family business: "Ingenieursburo van Brienen". This company, now operating under the name Aerofilm Systems, was specialized in enabling heavy loads to float, so that they could be moved easily. With technology similar to that of a hovercraft, it became possible to make objects heavier than an airplane float on a layer of air. And so, through the power of air casters, his dream of flying came true.
Today, Aerofilm Systems makes an important contribution to the internal transport needs of customers worldwide. Of course we do this with the same values as where it all started: Collaboration, Service and Quality. Our strength lies in building solid, long-term relationships with our customers, employees and partners. We add value to our customers' business with technical and innovative solutions. In addition, we are willing to go the extra mile to help our customers in the best possible way. With result: the many years of collaboration with our partners and our customers are proof of our success.
Jacco Driessen, Managing Director Aerofilm Systems
About
Aerofilm Systems
Dedication is the key to our success. We have been in our industry for over 40 years. And by ‘our industry' we mean Air Caster Transportation. Nothing more, and certainly nothing less. That’s because we’re very good at what we do. Our roots are in engineering, and we have built our business by working closely with our clients. By listening to what they need and combining that with our expertise and experience, we are able to consistantly develope custom made solutions.
Although the technology may have remained the same throughout the years, no situation is ever the same. Which is why you need a partner that is flexible and forthcoming. A partner that listens and helps you discover new possibilities and who is in it for the long run. We are all of that, and we know a thing or two about how to look after our clients too. We take the worry out of your hands and organize everything down to the smallest detail. It’s in our DNA: we’re not only about providing solutions, but we want to give you the feeling that you are being taken care of.
For us, Air Caster transportation is more than internal logistics. It is our passion. Maybe it’s because we’re a family business. Each member of the Aerofilm team is treated like a member of the family. Loyalty is very importan to us. Loyalty towards our team, our partners, and our clients. We have developed long-term relationships with many of them. Clients know they can rely on us because we are honest and have integrety. We have helped them grow by doing our bit. We are willing to go the extra mile.
We have our own 1.500 m2 production facility in Eindhoven. Here we design and produce Air Casters and modular systems. This is also our knowledge hub, from where we share our expertise with our partners, helping them to implement our technology into their machines. Everything is developed by a highly skilled and experienced team with an eye for detail and implemented with a well-thought-through approach. No surprises. We look after you from start to finish.
We are Aerofilm: Freedom to move!
Technology
Air Casters can move the heaviest objects, transporting them from one place to another within the assigned vicinity. This is some impressive technology, but how does it work?
The membrane inflates with compressed air. The membrane inflates like a balloon, and the torus design of the membrane makes sure an air chamber is created underneath the Air Caster and lifts the object.
With a balance in weight, pressure, and design an accurately controlled "outflow" of air is created out of the membrane. This continuous and exact controlled leakage forms a paper-thin air film between the floor and the Air Caster. The thickness of the air film is about the same as a human hair.
By keeping balance in the outflow of air, the load is now in a floating stage. Like "air hockey", the friction between the floor and the load is almost reduced to zero. Every horizontal movement is possible; without movement restrictions. Only 1 kg of force is needed to set 1.000 kg of load in motion.
Air Casters can move the heaviest objects, transporting them from one place to another within the assigned vicinity. This is some impressive technology, but how does it work?
The membrane inflates with compressed air. The membrane inflates like a balloon, and the torus design of the membrane makes sure an air chamber is created underneath the Air Caster and lifts the object.
With a balance in weight, pressure, and design an accurately controlled "outflow" of air is created out of the membrane. This continuous and exact controlled leakage forms a paper-thin air film between the floor and the Air Caster. The thickness of the air film is about the same as a human hair.
By keeping balance in the outflow of air, the load is now in a floating stage. Like "air hockey", the friction between the floor and the load is almost reduced to zero. Every horizontal movement is possible; without movement restrictions. Only 1 kg of force is needed to set 1.000 kg of load in motion.
Air and floor
To successfully work with Air Casters and maintain the floating stage of the load, two requirements are needed at all times. A suitable floor and enough compressed air:
Floor
A suitable floor for Air Caster use is airtight, smooth, and flat. But why? With the controlled outflow of air, the load is being pushed off of the floor. If the surface has an open structure, the air will escape into the floor and the floating stage cannot be achieved.
The Air Caster can easily absorb small deviations in the floor. However, the Caster cannot go up or down steps. The better the floor, the better the air consumption. Less suitable floors can lead to higher air consumption, more friction, and therefore more wear on the bladder of the Caster. A normal factory floor, like floated concrete, is good enough for Air Casters. With small adjustments, a floor can often be made suitable.
Air
Air is the magic mover of all Air Caster transport solutions. A thin layer of air created between the Air Caster and floor provides an easy way to move extremely heavy objects. To achieve this, sufficient air pressure and flow are required. The air must be dry and clean, but a normal factory air dryer and filter in standard compressed air systems works. Normally the pressure that is present is often between 6 barg and 7 barg. This is then reduced at the control box to the required pressure in the Caster. The working pressure in the Caster will normally not exceed 4 barg. Insufficient air supply results in higher friction, more wear, and eventually system failure.
To successfully work with Air Casters and maintain the floating stage of the load, two requirements are needed at all times. A suitable floor and enough compressed air:
Floor
A suitable floor for Air Caster use is airtight, smooth, and flat. But why? With the controlled outflow of air, the load is being pushed off of the floor. If the surface has an open structure, the air will escape into the floor and the floating stage cannot be achieved.
The Air Caster can easily absorb small deviations in the floor. However, the Caster cannot go up or down steps. The better the floor, the better the air consumption. Less suitable floors can lead to higher air consumption, more friction, and therefore more wear on the bladder of the Caster. A normal factory floor, like floated concrete, is good enough for Air Casters. With small adjustments, a floor can often be made suitable.
Air
Air is the magic mover of all Air Caster transport solutions. A thin layer of air created between the Air Caster and floor provides an easy way to move extremely heavy objects. To achieve this, sufficient air pressure and flow are required. The air must be dry and clean, but a normal factory air dryer and filter in standard compressed air systems works. Normally the pressure that is present is often between 6 barg and 7 barg. This is then reduced at the control box to the required pressure in the Caster. The working pressure in the Caster will normally not exceed 4 barg. Insufficient air supply results in higher friction, more wear, and eventually system failure.
Air Casters
Air Casters are an ideal solution for moving any large, heavy, sensitive, or special object. A precisely controlled flow of air from the Casters membrane creates a wafer-thin film of air that helps the object float, and by doing so, reducing friction so it can be easily moved. Air Casters offer a great alternative to wheels, rails, or cranes. If there is enough compressed air and the floor is suitable, the weight possibilities are unlimited.
Air Casters are an ideal solution for moving any large, heavy, sensitive, or special object. A precisely controlled flow of air from the Casters membrane creates a wafer-thin film of air that helps the object float, and by doing so, reducing friction so it can be easily moved. Air Casters offer a great alternative to wheels, rails, or cranes. If there is enough compressed air and the floor is suitable, the weight possibilities are unlimited.
Characteristics:
Available in diameters from 200 mm up to 900 mm
Capacity up to 12.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 2 barg
Available in diameters from 200 mm up to 900 mm
Capacity up to 12.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 2 barg
Polyurethane Air Casters
Aerofilm Polyurethane Air Casters are designed with polyurethane material. This enables it to have the least wear of all Air Casters. This type is used mainly for permanent installation beneath a machine, or module as OEM equipment. This Caster has a relatively low lift. Moreover, they also have the least amount of air consumption and a broad range of movable weight.
Aerofilm Polyurethane Air Casters are designed with polyurethane material. This enables it to have the least wear of all Air Casters. This type is used mainly for permanent installation beneath a machine, or module as OEM equipment. This Caster has a relatively low lift. Moreover, they also have the least amount of air consumption and a broad range of movable weight.
Neoprene Air Casters
Aerofilm Neoprene Air Casters have a membrane designed with neoprene. These Air Casters have a higher lift and are therefore ideal in combination with load modules. Because the maximum working pressure is higher, this type of Air Caster is suited for larger loads. They are flexible and can be used for different types of systems.
Aerofilm Neoprene Air Casters have a membrane designed with neoprene. These Air Casters have a higher lift and are therefore ideal in combination with load modules. Because the maximum working pressure is higher, this type of Air Caster is suited for larger loads. They are flexible and can be used for different types of systems.
Characteristics:
Available in diameters from 200 mm up to 1500 mm
Capacity up to 80.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 5 barg
Available in diameters from 200 mm up to 1500 mm
Capacity up to 80.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 5 barg
Characteristics:
Available in diameters from 200 mm up to 900 mm
Capacity up to 10.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 2 barg
Available in diameters from 200 mm up to 900 mm
Capacity up to 10.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 2 barg
Gap Crossers
Aerofilm Gap Crossers are the best solution when it comes to irregular flooring with joints and cracks. Where regular Air Caster types would lean towards dysfunction because of the air escaping through cracks, the Gap Crosser can easily cross these. This Air Caster has many little holes that divide the air outlet across its entire surface, keeping it from deflating when air escapes. The Teflon coating also reduces friction, to help compensate for the small contact when crossing gaps and joints.
Aerofilm Gap Crossers are the best solution when it comes to irregular flooring with joints and cracks. Where regular Air Caster types would lean towards dysfunction because of the air escaping through cracks, the Gap Crosser can easily cross these. This Air Caster has many little holes that divide the air outlet across its entire surface, keeping it from deflating when air escapes. The Teflon coating also reduces friction, to help compensate for the small contact when crossing gaps and joints.
High Lift Air Caster
In some applications, the standard lift of the Neoprene Air Caster isn’t sufficient. The Aerofilm High Lift Casters create an additional lift to solve this challenge. Ideal for integration in platforms to move heavy rolls, pallets, or other large frames with huge deflections.
In some applications, the standard lift of the Neoprene Air Caster isn’t sufficient. The Aerofilm High Lift Casters create an additional lift to solve this challenge. Ideal for integration in platforms to move heavy rolls, pallets, or other large frames with huge deflections.
Characteristics:
Available in diameters from 300 mm up to 500 mm
Capacity up to 3.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 2 barg
Available in diameters from 300 mm up to 500 mm
Capacity up to 3.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 2 barg
Characteristics:
Available in diameters up to 1500 mm
Capacity up to 80.000 kg per Caster
Maximum pressure 5 barg
Available in diameters up to 1500 mm
Capacity up to 80.000 kg per Caster
Maximum pressure 5 barg
Aqua Casters
Instead of using Air as a medium, the Aerofilm Aqua
Caster uses water. Especially with larger weights,
Aqua Casters can offer energetic advantages. Using
only 5% of medium compared to Air Casters, it will
offer big savings for longer runs in operation. Also in offshore applications, where sufficient water is available and compressed air is not always preferred, it can offer great benefits in moving heavy loads safely and ergonomically.
Instead of using Air as a medium, the Aerofilm Aqua
Caster uses water. Especially with larger weights,
Aqua Casters can offer energetic advantages. Using
only 5% of medium compared to Air Casters, it will
offer big savings for longer runs in operation. Also in offshore applications, where sufficient water is available and compressed air is not always preferred, it can offer great benefits in moving heavy loads safely and ergonomically.
Cleanroom Air Caster
The Aerofilm Cleanroom Air Caster is designed to minimize the risk of contamination. The materials used are mainly quality stainless steel and polyurethane. The polyurethane Air Caster is known for its wear-free character and by applying stainless steel the risk of contamination is extremely small. The air that is used for the Air Casters can be well controlled. These Air Casters have the lowest possible air consumption. These Air Casters are designed to minimize air swirls created by the Casters, even less than when people walk around in the cleanroom. This Air Caster is wear-free. For movements in these critical environments, all our Air Casters have the advantage that they don’t have a point or line load and they move loads vibration free.
The Aerofilm Cleanroom Air Caster is designed to minimize the risk of contamination. The materials used are mainly quality stainless steel and polyurethane. The polyurethane Air Caster is known for its wear-free character and by applying stainless steel the risk of contamination is extremely small. The air that is used for the Air Casters can be well controlled. These Air Casters have the lowest possible air consumption. These Air Casters are designed to minimize air swirls created by the Casters, even less than when people walk around in the cleanroom. This Air Caster is wear-free. For movements in these critical environments, all our Air Casters have the advantage that they don’t have a point or line load and they move loads vibration free.
Characteristics:
Available in diameters from 200 up to 900 mm
Capacity up to 12.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 2 barg
Available in diameters from 200 up to 900 mm
Capacity up to 12.000 kg per Caster
Maximum air pressure 2 barg
Standard solutions
Air Caster transport is a way of movement in which a wafer-thin air film is created and retained between the Air Caster and the floor through controlled leakage in the membrane. Air casters will allow you to move your machine as easily, safely, and cost-effectively as possible. To make Air Casters more accessible, we offer several standard solutions that are cheaper and faster available than our custom build solutions. With these plug-and-play products, you can still, to a certain extent, determine the size yourself, with which you can shape the solution to your movement problem.
Air Caster transport is a way of movement in which a wafer-thin air film is created and retained between the Air Caster and the floor through controlled leakage in the membrane. Air casters will allow you to move your machine as easily, safely, and cost-effectively as possible. To make Air Casters more accessible, we offer several standard solutions that are cheaper and faster available than our custom build solutions. With these plug-and-play products, you can still, to a certain extent, determine the size yourself, with which you can shape the solution to your movement problem.
Modular Transport System
Discover the power of air with the Aerofilm Modular Transport System. It consists of all the basic parts needed when moving (heavy) loads on Air Casters. As the operator, you can decide how much capacity is needed and how many Air Caster elements you want to work with. A Modular Transport System can be configured with every type of Air Caster. Make your Modular System portable with the Aerofilm Storage box!
The set consists of the following:
Air Casters | Select the type of your choice, tailored to your specific situation.
Support plates | Plate modules help to transfer air from the air hose to the Air Caster membrane, supporting the load on top.
Landing pads | These pads are mounted on the support plate, protecting the Air Caster when the Air Casters are in an inactive stage.
Air regulator manifold | This element distributes air from the compressor between the Air Casters in use. Each Air Caster can be adjusted manually.
Supply hose | This hose links the air source to the air regulator manifold and is available in any length and multiple diameters.
Air Casters | Select the type of your choice, tailored to your specific situation.
Support plates | Plate modules help to transfer air from the air hose to the Air Caster membrane, supporting the load on top.
Landing pads | These pads are mounted on the support plate, protecting the Air Caster when the Air Casters are in an inactive stage.
Air regulator manifold | This element distributes air from the compressor between the Air Casters in use. Each Air Caster can be adjusted manually.
Supply hose | This hose links the air source to the air regulator manifold and is available in any length and multiple diameters.
Air Beams
Aerofilm Air Beams are the perfect solution for positioning large and long objects. Watch seating modules in a theatre or a stadium float on a thin layer of air, easily moved with just a push. At Aerofilm Systems, we have developed this flexible tool to enable Air Casters to be used in multiple set-ups without being integrated into the load. Also, to ease the process of access hard-to-reach locations under heavy devices, even with limited space available.
Aerofilm Air Beams are the perfect solution for positioning large and long objects. Watch seating modules in a theatre or a stadium float on a thin layer of air, easily moved with just a push. At Aerofilm Systems, we have developed this flexible tool to enable Air Casters to be used in multiple set-ups without being integrated into the load. Also, to ease the process of access hard-to-reach locations under heavy devices, even with limited space available.
This tool consists of (at least) two air beams, with each beam holding two integrated Air Casters. This application can easily slide underneath the object that needs to be moved. Our Air Beams are available in different sizes. We offer a range of standard Air Beams, as well as options for tailormade solutions. For example, you can choose integrated drives, with which the units are remotely controlled.
Air Pallets
Pallet trucks move items in bulk quickly. Air Casters move heavy items safely and easily. At Aerofilm, we have reinvented the pallet truck by combining the best of both. The Aerofilm Air Pallet transports items with more freedom to move. In fact, our Air Pallets allow the load to move in every horizontal direction. This results in easy and accurate positioning, allowing the pallet to slide in the exact right place.
For even more control during movement, some standard options are available, such as a guide wheel for more directional support when moving heavier weights and a dead man’s switch for extra security. When released, the air supply will close off and interrupt the air film, bringing the movement to a halt, and slowly landing the object back on the floor.
The Aerofilm Air Pallet can easily move up to 5.000 kg manually, and for heavier weights we integrate drive units for support. This takes away all weight restrictions. Our Air Pallets are available in different sizes and can be equipped with different types of Air Casters, depending on your moving challenge.
Pallet trucks move items in bulk quickly. Air Casters move heavy items safely and easily. At Aerofilm, we have reinvented the pallet truck by combining the best of both. The Aerofilm Air Pallet transports items with more freedom to move. In fact, our Air Pallets allow the load to move in every horizontal direction. This results in easy and accurate positioning, allowing the pallet to slide in the exact right place.
For even more control during movement, some standard options are available, such as a guide wheel for more directional support when moving heavier weights and a dead man’s switch for extra security. When released, the air supply will close off and interrupt the air film, bringing the movement to a halt, and slowly landing the object back on the floor.
The Aerofilm Air Pallet can easily move up to 5.000 kg manually, and for heavier weights we integrate drive units for support. This takes away all weight restrictions. Our Air Pallets are available in different sizes and can be equipped with different types of Air Casters, depending on your moving challenge.
Roll Mover
With decades of experience in improving the internal transportation of
(large) round objects, our specialists designed the Aerofilm Roll Mover. This tool eases the movement of round-shaped objects, and guarantees accurate positioning. No matter if it’s a steel coil, a paper roll, or a heavy concrete round object. Air Casters release all weight limitations and will support you in roll and reel handling in the most easy and effective way!
When a paper roll has to be placed into a printer or slitter, positioning can be challenging. After all, when the roll isn’t placed very precisely, the machine will not pick it up. Air Casters eliminate the obstacle that rotating wheels can create. In a floating state, any horizontal movement is possible. This omnidirectional freedom of movement is therefore ideal for accurate positioning.
Just like the Air Pallet the Aerofilm Roll Mover enables moving weights up to 5.000 kg manually. For heavier rolls we integrate drive units for controlling the movement. This is available in different sizes, both in length and diameter, and can be equipped with every type of Air
Caster.
With decades of experience in improving the internal transportation of
(large) round objects, our specialists designed the Aerofilm Roll Mover. This tool eases the movement of round-shaped objects, and guarantees accurate positioning. No matter if it’s a steel coil, a paper roll, or a heavy concrete round object. Air Casters release all weight limitations and will support you in roll and reel handling in the most easy and effective way!
When a paper roll has to be placed into a printer or slitter, positioning can be challenging. After all, when the roll isn’t placed very precisely, the machine will not pick it up. Air Casters eliminate the obstacle that rotating wheels can create. In a floating state, any horizontal movement is possible. This omnidirectional freedom of movement is therefore ideal for accurate positioning.
Just like the Air Pallet the Aerofilm Roll Mover enables moving weights up to 5.000 kg manually. For heavier rolls we integrate drive units for controlling the movement. This is available in different sizes, both in length and diameter, and can be equipped with every type of Air
Caster.
Air Caster Tooling
Do you want to move large, heavy or delicate objects easily, safely, and ergonomically? Air Casters can move and reposition equipment and other heavy loads without any vibration. A laser can also be moved in a cleanroom, according to the cleanroom specifications. And what about the largest 900-ton transformer? It can easily be moved to the test room. In addition to our extensive portfolio of Air Casters, we offer a wide range of special tools to make movements even better, safer, and easier.
Do you want to move large, heavy or delicate objects easily, safely, and ergonomically? Air Casters can move and reposition equipment and other heavy loads without any vibration. A laser can also be moved in a cleanroom, according to the cleanroom specifications. And what about the largest 900-ton transformer? It can easily be moved to the test room. In addition to our extensive portfolio of Air Casters, we offer a wide range of special tools to make movements even better, safer, and easier.
Drives
Safety is the number one priority at Aerofilm Systems. For weights exceeding 10.000 kg we always recommend to use support in moving the load. A drive unit can help you set the weight in motion, but more importantly it will support with controlling the load. Imagine a truck on smooth ice. It’s easy to push and set in motion, but causes a challenge when it needs to be stopped. The Aerofilm Drives secure your movement and add the ergonomics and safety you need when moving heavy loads.
The Aerofilm Air Tugger is an ideal and flexible solution. Using a straightforward tow bar principle, it can easily connect to any frame or object that has to be moved. This allows you to move, control and position the mass accurately. The Air Tugger works completely pneumatically. Any additional power beyond compressed air is not required, and there will be no gas emissions.
A drive unit can also be integrated into your transport solution. Depending on your needs and wishes the load can even be moved with a remote control.
Safety is the number one priority at Aerofilm Systems. For weights exceeding 10.000 kg we always recommend to use support in moving the load. A drive unit can help you set the weight in motion, but more importantly it will support with controlling the load. Imagine a truck on smooth ice. It’s easy to push and set in motion, but causes a challenge when it needs to be stopped. The Aerofilm Drives secure your movement and add the ergonomics and safety you need when moving heavy loads.
The Aerofilm Air Tugger is an ideal and flexible solution. Using a straightforward tow bar principle, it can easily connect to any frame or object that has to be moved. This allows you to move, control and position the mass accurately. The Air Tugger works completely pneumatically. Any additional power beyond compressed air is not required, and there will be no gas emissions.
A drive unit can also be integrated into your transport solution. Depending on your needs and wishes the load can even be moved with a remote control.
Characteristics:
Any required length available
Standard widths available from 65 mm up to 245 mm
Maximum air pressure 8 barg
Any required length available
Standard widths available from 65 mm up to 245 mm
Maximum air pressure 8 barg
Lifting Cushion
The Aerofilm Lifting Cushion is designed of a round rubber tubing material. They create an extra lift in a transporter system if a regular Air Caster alone does not reach a certain height. The width and length of this type determines the force it can generate, and therefore its lift. In most cases, this cushion is permanently fixed in a machine or module as an OEM part. This lifting cushion can be made in any required length and has multiple widths.
The Aerofilm Lifting Cushion is designed of a round rubber tubing material. They create an extra lift in a transporter system if a regular Air Caster alone does not reach a certain height. The width and length of this type determines the force it can generate, and therefore its lift. In most cases, this cushion is permanently fixed in a machine or module as an OEM part. This lifting cushion can be made in any required length and has multiple widths.
Air Jacks
Air Jacks inflate like a balloon to create an outward force that can push very heavy objects into a lift. When Air Casters need to be positioned beneath a heavy object, Aerofilm Air Jacks can help lift this to create the required space.
A continuous airflow to maintain pressure is not required. Once inflated, the lifting bag can be used in various applications and positions (horizontally as well as vertically) to correctly lift, push, spread, and fix different objects.
Air Jacks inflate like a balloon to create an outward force that can push very heavy objects into a lift. When Air Casters need to be positioned beneath a heavy object, Aerofilm Air Jacks can help lift this to create the required space.
A continuous airflow to maintain pressure is not required. Once inflated, the lifting bag can be used in various applications and positions (horizontally as well as vertically) to correctly lift, push, spread, and fix different objects.
Characteristics:
Maximum lift capacity up to 68.000 kg per Air Jack
Maximum air pressure 8 barg
Maximum lift capacity up to 68.000 kg per Air Jack
Maximum air pressure 8 barg
Applications
Movements of machines, rollers, parts or containers happen everywhere. Sometimes only sporadically, sometimes it is a fixed part of a production line that runs 24/7. However, no two situations are the same and it is important to properly map out the demand for movement when choosing the right solution. Which technique offers the right advantages to perform your movement as optimally as possible?
That is our challange!
Movements of machines, rollers, parts or containers happen everywhere. Sometimes only sporadically, sometimes it is a fixed part of a production line that runs 24/7. However, no two situations are the same and it is important to properly map out the demand for movement when choosing the right solution. Which technique offers the right advantages to perform your movement as optimally as possible?
That is our challange!
Transformers production
Large Transformers can be an enormously capital-intensive investment. Transformer production engineers deal with tight schedules. Air Casters keep the production moving, by floating the transformer from one assembly station to the next. Air Casters make internal logistics run much easier. With a clever-engineered design, we can offer a standard solution to move your transformers in the most effective way! Securing your operation for the long run! Also we offer a wide range of Air Caster spare parts for all kind of machines!
Large Transformers can be an enormously capital-intensive investment. Transformer production engineers deal with tight schedules. Air Casters keep the production moving, by floating the transformer from one assembly station to the next. Air Casters make internal logistics run much easier. With a clever-engineered design, we can offer a standard solution to move your transformers in the most effective way! Securing your operation for the long run! Also we offer a wide range of Air Caster spare parts for all kind of machines!
Shipbuilding
In shipbuilding, engineers deal with millions of pounds of weight daily. Whether it is in maintenance, in production, in positioning, in moving parts or even a complete ship, all is done carefully with the safety of both employee and product in mind.
At Aerofilm, we contribute to safe movements in the shipbuilding industry. Air Casters offer a controlled, gradual, and slow displacement, guaranteeing safety during movements, no matter what the weight is. Air Casters spread the weight evenly over its surface and help to reduce the floor pressure enormously. Thanks to the floating technology, every horizontal movement is possible and instantly creates the ultimate Freedom to Move!
In shipbuilding, engineers deal with millions of pounds of weight daily. Whether it is in maintenance, in production, in positioning, in moving parts or even a complete ship, all is done carefully with the safety of both employee and product in mind.
At Aerofilm, we contribute to safe movements in the shipbuilding industry. Air Casters offer a controlled, gradual, and slow displacement, guaranteeing safety during movements, no matter what the weight is. Air Casters spread the weight evenly over its surface and help to reduce the floor pressure enormously. Thanks to the floating technology, every horizontal movement is possible and instantly creates the ultimate Freedom to Move!
Rolls and Reel handling
At Aerofilm, we have developed the best solution for moving round objects like paper rolls, steel coils, or cable reels on air. Our Roll Mover with Air Casters can be specifically designed and manufactured, depending on your needs in size, diameter and weight. With clever engineering, options can be added to facilitate in partial winding and unwinding on the transport solution. Of course, we have thought about easy pick-up of the roll as well.
Air Casters allow easy positioning if the roll must be placed inside a machine because of its omnidirectional movement. Air Casters can move any weight, whether this is 500 kg or 3.000.000 kg.
At Aerofilm, we have developed the best solution for moving round objects like paper rolls, steel coils, or cable reels on air. Our Roll Mover with Air Casters can be specifically designed and manufactured, depending on your needs in size, diameter and weight. With clever engineering, options can be added to facilitate in partial winding and unwinding on the transport solution. Of course, we have thought about easy pick-up of the roll as well.
Air Casters allow easy positioning if the roll must be placed inside a machine because of its omnidirectional movement. Air Casters can move any weight, whether this is 500 kg or 3.000.000 kg.
Cleanroom Food and Pharma
Air Casters move items with the utmost care, due to their anti-vibration and excellent hygiene properties. It is a popular choice for movements in cleanrooms, pharmaceutical environments or in food industries. Air Casters are often used in the semiconductor industry as well. At Aerofilm, we understand that in cleanrooms, the number of (dust) particles must be as low as possible. That is why we established a portfolio with a special range of wear-free Air Casters to reduce contamination to its minimum. The air quality used by the Air Caster is easy to control and according to the restrictions for cleanrooms. The Aerofilm Air Casters are designed to reduce air swirls as much as possible. People walking around in the cleanroom create even more air movement.
Air Casters move items with the utmost care, due to their anti-vibration and excellent hygiene properties. It is a popular choice for movements in cleanrooms, pharmaceutical environments or in food industries. Air Casters are often used in the semiconductor industry as well. At Aerofilm, we understand that in cleanrooms, the number of (dust) particles must be as low as possible. That is why we established a portfolio with a special range of wear-free Air Casters to reduce contamination to its minimum. The air quality used by the Air Caster is easy to control and according to the restrictions for cleanrooms. The Aerofilm Air Casters are designed to reduce air swirls as much as possible. People walking around in the cleanroom create even more air movement.
Industrial Relocation
Air casters are indispensable for professional industrial movers. They are ideal for moving machines and can be used in many situations. With industrial relocation, the movements are often sporadic or one-off. Once moved, the machine usually stays in place permanently. With these types of projects, Air Casters are widely applicable to move large weights easily. To support industrial movers the best we can, we designed the Aerofilm Portable Air Caster System. This portable rigging kit includes all that is needed to move loads and machinery in a weight range from 4.500 kg up to 36.000 kg. This efficient tool that is quickly operational comes in its own transport case for easy transportation.
Air casters are indispensable for professional industrial movers. They are ideal for moving machines and can be used in many situations. With industrial relocation, the movements are often sporadic or one-off. Once moved, the machine usually stays in place permanently. With these types of projects, Air Casters are widely applicable to move large weights easily. To support industrial movers the best we can, we designed the Aerofilm Portable Air Caster System. This portable rigging kit includes all that is needed to move loads and machinery in a weight range from 4.500 kg up to 36.000 kg. This efficient tool that is quickly operational comes in its own transport case for easy transportation.
Modular Home Building
Offsite manufacturing is booming. Prefab building in a controlled environment secures quality and reduces costs. Onsite impact is reduced significantly, and lead times are shorter. Air Casters offer an ideal solution for moving buildings, elements, and recreational vehicles around in the facility to create a flexible assembly line.
In this segment the products are often tailor-made, therfore the flexibility Air Casters create helps to equip the production environment to meet everybody’s demand and needs in a cost-efficient way.
Offsite manufacturing is booming. Prefab building in a controlled environment secures quality and reduces costs. Onsite impact is reduced significantly, and lead times are shorter. Air Casters offer an ideal solution for moving buildings, elements, and recreational vehicles around in the facility to create a flexible assembly line.
In this segment the products are often tailor-made, therfore the flexibility Air Casters create helps to equip the production environment to meet everybody’s demand and needs in a cost-efficient way.
Tailor made solutions
Aerofilm Systems has specialized in the production and commissioning of airbags since 1981. We are ready to perform any complex tasks for our customers and know a lot about service. Together with our team of specialists and engineers, we are looking for the most effective long-term solutions for our customers. So we help them until the task is completed.
We offer a range of standard solutions at a competitive price. If the customer has special requirements, we create such solutions based on air cushions that are able to cope with the movement of any goods in any conditions. After all, our company has been fulfilling individual orders since the very first day of its foundation in 1981. Our team is always ready to implement the most complex projects.
Aerofilm Systems has specialized in the production and commissioning of airbags since 1981. We are ready to perform any complex tasks for our customers and know a lot about service. Together with our team of specialists and engineers, we are looking for the most effective long-term solutions for our customers. So we help them until the task is completed.
We offer a range of standard solutions at a competitive price. If the customer has special requirements, we create such solutions based on air cushions that are able to cope with the movement of any goods in any conditions. After all, our company has been fulfilling individual orders since the very first day of its foundation in 1981. Our team is always ready to implement the most complex projects.
Spare Parts
Moving heavy loads on Air Casters is already a commodity for years in many industries. The technology is proven for decades. Regardless whether it is about moving heavy transformers, turbines, windmill parts, trains, planes or modular houses, movements of weights from 500 kg up to millions of kg can easily be supported by Air Casters. However, just like car tires need to be replaced on a regular basis, Air Casters sometimes get damaged or worn out and need replacement as well.
Aerofilm Systems is an Air Caster expert since 1981. We design and produce Air Casters (also called air bearings, air skates, or air cushions) with a dedicated focus on this proven technology. We have the expertise of replacing any type of Air Caster, regardless of what brand or manufacturer. Internal movements and transport is considered to be a commodity and is always (too) expensive. We think along to help you secure your production and reduce your operational cost with three easy and clear promises:
Competitive pricing.
This is the easiest and quickest win. At Aerofilm Systems, we have over 40 years of experience in producing Air Casters, for all brands and types of machines. We are focused on the Air Caster replacement market and we are able to produce high-quality products at competitive pricing. Therefore, we can always offer a alternative Air Caster for other known brands at competitive pricing. Reducing costs here is directly noticeable and easy to measure!
Extremely quick lead-times.
In partnership and consultation with our clients, we can keep customerdedicated stock. This is a free-of-charge service in order to always guarantee shipment within a few working days from stock. Lead-times of weeks and months belong to the past, and your production is secured! No more indirect costs or standstill.
Service.
With highly experienced application specialists, we are able to ensure highlevel service that will help you to reduce costs even further. We will do what is needed to support you in preventing damage and wear, to increase the lifetime of your Air Casters.
Moving heavy loads on Air Casters is already a commodity for years in many industries. The technology is proven for decades. Regardless whether it is about moving heavy transformers, turbines, windmill parts, trains, planes or modular houses, movements of weights from 500 kg up to millions of kg can easily be supported by Air Casters. However, just like car tires need to be replaced on a regular basis, Air Casters sometimes get damaged or worn out and need replacement as well.
Aerofilm Systems is an Air Caster expert since 1981. We design and produce Air Casters (also called air bearings, air skates, or air cushions) with a dedicated focus on this proven technology. We have the expertise of replacing any type of Air Caster, regardless of what brand or manufacturer. Internal movements and transport is considered to be a commodity and is always (too) expensive. We think along to help you secure your production and reduce your operational cost with three easy and clear promises:
Competitive pricing.
This is the easiest and quickest win. At Aerofilm Systems, we have over 40 years of experience in producing Air Casters, for all brands and types of machines. We are focused on the Air Caster replacement market and we are able to produce high-quality products at competitive pricing. Therefore, we can always offer a alternative Air Caster for other known brands at competitive pricing. Reducing costs here is directly noticeable and easy to measure!
Extremely quick lead-times.
In partnership and consultation with our clients, we can keep customerdedicated stock. This is a free-of-charge service in order to always guarantee shipment within a few working days from stock. Lead-times of weeks and months belong to the past, and your production is secured! No more indirect costs or standstill.
Service.
With highly experienced application specialists, we are able to ensure highlevel service that will help you to reduce costs even further. We will do what is needed to support you in preventing damage and wear, to increase the lifetime of your Air Casters.