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  • Colson Group Acquires Leading Polyurethane Manufacturer ESCO Plastics

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Colson Group Holdings Announces Acquisition of ESCO Plastics Oakbrook, IL., June 30, 2025 – Colson Group, the leading global manufacturer of casters and wheels, is announcing the acquisition of ESCO Plastics, a Houston-based leading manufacturer in mission-critical, custom-molded polyurethane parts. “Bringing ESCO Plastics into our organization directly supports our strategy to strengthen…

  • Colson Group Q1 2025 Newsletter

    At our recent town hall meetings, I reflected on both the challenges we’re facing and the strengths that will carry us through. Like many companies, Colson Group has felt the impact of global instability and rising tariffs – slowing demand and introducing uncertainty across several of our key markets. These are difficult conditions, and we’ve…

  • Colson Group Q3 2024 Newsletter

    As we near the end of this year and approach the upcoming holidays, I am grateful for progress we have made together. We have invested in facilities, improved processes, filled key positions, and completed two strategic acquisitions of Parker & Bailey and Forearm Forklift in the retail space. We’re also investing in our Caster sales…

  • Colson Group Acquires Forearm Forklift Through Their Retail Subsidiary Shepherd Hardware

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Colson Group Acquires Forearm Forklift Through Their Retail Subsidiary Shepherd Hardware. Oak Brook, Il – October 31, 2024 – Colson Group, the global leader in caster and wheel solutions, through its retail subsidiary Shepherd Hardware, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Forearm Forklift. This acquisition broadens Shepherd Hardware’s retail product offerings…

  • Colson Group Q2 2024 Newsletter

    As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence and innovation, Colson Group executing several significant advancements at our US manufacturing facilities. These enhancements are designed to bolster our production efficiency, increase capacity, and ensure the highest quality for our customers. Issue Q2 2024

  • Colson’s Guide to Wheels, Casters, and Features in Robotics: AMR Designs

    Welcome to Colson Group’s latest exploration into the world of wheels and rolling elements, specifically tailored for the realm of mobile robotics. In this installment, we delve into the various designs and applications within autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), showcasing how Colson’s expertise can enhance your projects. Customer Benefits of AMR Technology One of the primary…

  • Colson Group Q1 2024 Newsletter

    We are thrilled to announce the launch of our quarterly newsletter, a new…

  • Shepherd Hardware Enters Definitive Agreement to Acquire Parker & Bailey, Expanding Product Portfolio and Market Reach

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Shepherd Hardware Enters Definitive Agreement to Acquire Parker & Bailey, Expanding Product Portfolio and Market Reach Three Oaks, MI, March 15, 2024 – Shepherd Hardware, a leading provider of hardware solutions for residential and commercial applications, proudly announces the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Parker & Bailey, a distinguished manufacturer…

  • Leading Global Enterprise Data Storage Provider

    Leading Global Enterprise Data Storage Provider Background Customer was facing several critical supply chain challenges for casters used on data storage racks: Extended Lead Time: Current suppliers struggled to maintain production lead times to meet on-going customer demand requirements Multiple caster SKUs were being used on various rack types Customer has stringent internal testing requirements…

  • The Ultimate Guide to Wheels, Casters, and Features in Robotics

    In this blog, we’ll look at the components that drive robotic…

  • Unveiling Colson Group’s Phoenix Warehouse Development

    In the last year, Colson Group unveiled its plan to enhance…

  • Crafting Custom Caster Solutions: Tailoring Innovation to Your Needs

    In a world where industries and applications are as diverse…