Drive Wheels

Manufacturer – Built for Durability, Performance & Precision
Custom Urethane Drive Wheels
Universal Urethane is a U.S.-based manufacturer and supplier of heavy-duty urethane drive wheels engineered for high-performance applications. Molded from premium abrasion-resistant stock, our wheels are built to reduce production costs, improve traction, and deliver long-lasting performance in demanding environments—from conveyor applications to automated systems.
As a urethane drive wheels manufacturer with in-house machining and molding capabilities, we supply customizable urethane wheels tailored for your application.
Key Features & Specifications
- Durometer Range: 20 Shore A to 70 Shore D – customizable for optimal grip, hardness, and load-bearing
- Material Options: Ether or ester-based polyurethane, cured using TDI or MDI for enhanced chemical resistance
- Durability: Up to 4x longer wear than rubber, 10x longer than mild steel in abrasive settings
- Impact Resilience: Elongation up to 650% prior to failure—ideal for high-impact and shock-absorbing drive wheels
- Chemical Resistance: Withstands oils, greases, solvents, and harsh industrial environments
- Temperature Range: –30°C to 100+°C (depending on formulation)
- Non-Marking Treads: Protects floors while providing traction in wet or debris-heavy conditions
- Reduced Vibration: Designed for smooth, quiet operation under extra heavy loads
Typical Industrial Applications
- Drive wheels for industrial machinery and robotics
- Conveyor and material handling systems
- Automated guided vehicles (AGVs)
- Printing, converting, and packaging machinery
- FDA-approvable urethane available for food-grade processing
- Aerospace, defense, and manufacturing lines with high abrasion and chemical exposure
Custom Machined Urethane Wheels – Tailored for Your Application
Request a Quote from a Trusted Urethane Wheel Supplier
Since 1973, Universal Urethane has been a reliable manufacturer and supplier of custom polyurethane parts. Our urethane drive wheels are designed to outperform in the most demanding industries—helping customers extend equipment life, boost uptime, and reduce cost.
Contact us today for a custom quote. Whether you need a new mold, a recovered wheel, or a stock part machined to fit, we’ll deliver a solution tailored to your exact application.