There are many different kinds of mechanical fasteners on the market, and while many of them look the same, they can have very different properties. The material they are made from, the strength of the fasteners, and the threads on them can all be different, so you must understand how to identify the hex head bolts that are right for your needs.
Fastener Material
One of the most common materials used for hex head bolts is mild steel, but even within that one material, there can be many different strengths and properties.…
Propane gas has many different uses in commercial applications, and many manufacturing facilities and warehouses need large propane storage tanks on site. The requirements of storing large amounts of propane may differ from place to place, or there may be local requirements to consider, but the propane gas supplier can often help.
Propane Storage Concerns
Many industries use propane-powered forklifts and other vehicles inside their facilities. These vehicles require refueling from time to time, so storing large amounts of fuel on-site is often needed.…
Chatter is a phenomenon in machining that can have far-reaching effects. Chatter itself is the vibration you get when you run the equipment; the real problem with it, though, is that it can cause the carving or machining spindle to vibrate and carve little tracks into the item you’re working on. When you try to use the machine again, the spindle gets caught in those tracks and, through continued vibrations, creates deeper tracks which can ruin the item you’re working on.…
As wiring materials improve, the ducting used for previous generations of wiring can still be useful, but adaptation is necessary. For example, copper wiring has a larger diameter than fiber optic cabling, and as copper wiring gives way to fiberoptic cables, the larger diameter conduit used for copper wiring can be used to house fiber optic cables if inner-ducting is used. To choose the right inner-ducting material, it is important to know what characteristics are desirable.…
A dynamometer is a useful tool when trying to improve the performance of your machine. However, when you are using a dynamometer, it is easy to make mistakes that will cause the reading to be off. Making certain corrections to your engine will ensure that you will get a much more accurate reading.
Determine Whether To Purchase One
When using a dyno, it is important to determine whether you should purchase one or find a shop that has one and take your engine there.…
If you operate a retail store, you might worry about people “dumpster diving” and looking for items in your dumpster. For example, you may have to throw away items that are expired or that have been discontinued, and you may be concerned about people retrieving these items from the dumpster. You probably don’t want to be held liable if someone gets hurt while removing something from the dumpster or by using an item that was not intended to be used, and you may also worry about the way that this can make your business look to customers and passersby.…
Customized rims are a quick way to improve the appearance of a vehicle and protect the rims from rust and corrosion – a real risk in some industries and driving conditions. Unlike paint, which is applied wet to the surface of the rims and allowed to dry – which also allows it to be scratched off – powder coating is bonded to the metal. The dry coating particles are melted and then applied to the rims where they bond with the help of an electrostatic charge.…
Many women have an affinity for handbags and are willing to invest some serious coin in the purchase a bag they find desirable. If you are hoping to cash in on the female population’s love affair with handbags, you might be considering creating your own line of leather bags for commercial sale.
Working with leather can be a challenge for some novice sewers. Here are three tips to keep in mind as you sew to ensure your final products are as high-end as possible.…
If you work in an industrial setting where it is important to separate small parts, particles, or good foods from rotten, then you may want to depend on more than just your employees’ sight. If your plant does not already use screener separators, you may want to invest in one or more of these particular machines. Here are the two types of separators, how they work and how they differ.…
Cutting costs is an important part of managing any business. Finding the place to make these cuts can sometimes be a difficult decision. Energy costs are a great place to start, which can be done with an investment in modern renewable energy technology, such as geothermal mechanicals. Unlike with homes, these systems can be designed to reduce the energy costs of many aspects of your business, such as refrigeration, cooling, heating and hot water.…
