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5 Tips to Help You Avoid Mold in Your Cold Room

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If you are a researcher or a medical professional who works in a lab, you need a cold room to keep certain materials and substances at temperature. Unfortunately, these spaces can become breeding grounds for mold, and when you're trying to keep your materials safe and your co-workers happy, that is not ideal. To avoid mold in the cold room, check out these tips. 1. Keep an Eye on Condensation

1 May 2017

Boom Lift Versus Scissor Lift: Which One Should You Hire?

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If your workers need to be able to reach high, out-of-the-way places, you need a lift. Whether you have a construction crew, a team of window washers or any other employees who work at heights, you may want to consider a scissor lift or a boom. Here's a look at the key similarities and differences between these tools. Platform Size Both boom lifts and scissor lifts have platforms that your workers can stand on.

1 May 2017

Three Maintenance Guidelines for Industrial Vibrating Equipment

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Vibrating machines are crucial to bulk material handling processes in numerous industrial and commercial operations. These pieces of equipment increase productivity in the business by preventing blockages and general slow flow of particulate cargo such as powders, cement and flour. Typically, the vibrators are designed to provide long-lasting service in the setup. However, they are not infallible, so they are prone to degradation over time due to standard usage and even external stress.

24 April 2017

Are You Looking for a Crane? Here Is What You Can Find in the Market

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Generally, a crane refers to a machine with wire ropes, chains, sheaves and other hoisting mechanisms that can be used to move machines up, down or horizontally. Cranes have become an important part of many commercial activities such as construction, warehousing and marine transport at sea ports. With so many cranes in the market, you need some knowledge on how they work so that you can match the crane with the type of work you are need it for.

24 April 2017

The Applications and Uses of Polytetrafluoroethylene

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Like other engineering plastics, polytetrafluoroethylene has a number of commercial and industrial applications that make this versatile material much-used all over the world. Polytetrafluoroethylene is better known under one of its trademarked formulas, Teflon, but this brand name is just one version of the plastic. These days, engineers tend to refer to polytetrafluoroethylene simply as PTFE. It is made from a combination of fluorine and carbon, which make strong bonds together, and it is this quality that gives PTFE its durability in industrial applications.

21 April 2017

Why You Should Use Brass For Plumbing Fittings

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When you are choosing plumbing fittings and pipe, you might be interested in switching from plastic PVC pipe to metal. This is a great option since metal does tend to last longer, but you also have different types of metal to choose from. Here are some reasons to consider brass for your plumbing fittings and pipes. It Can Handle Hot Temperatures Brass is an excellent choice for pipe and fittings when hot water is going to be used often.

20 April 2017

Oil Tank Rental Tips

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Renting an oil tank is not easy, especially if it's your first time doing this. This is because there are multiple types of oil tanks available for hire so you must consider some things to ensure you get the right oil tank that will offer you value for your money. Therefore, when looking for an oil tank, here are some things you may need to know first. Evaluate The Material First

19 April 2017

Getting a Timber Deck

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The value of having good exteriors to your house cannot be understated. Whether you love sitting on a patio and watching the sunset or holding barbecues with your extended family, you deserve to enjoy your home. Timber decking is a smart way to create a serene exterior for your house. Why use timber? Wood has a lot of ways it can be used to beautify. The natural color of timber is very appealing, whether it is dark red or light brown and any other color.

17 April 2017

Running With Scissors: Essential Safety Equipment For Operating Your New Scissor Lift

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Scissor lifts are wonderfully useful and versatile pieces of equipment, but using one without the proper safety equipment and knowhow can be a hazardous endeavour. As such, you and/or the workers who are operating your lift should be equipped with all the necessary safety equipment, whether you have hired a lift for a single job or purchased one as a permanent addition to your fleet of mobile lifts. To that end, scissor lit retailers and lift hire depots offer a wide range of safety equipment alongside their lifts.

17 April 2017

Features to Shop For When Choosing a Car Elevator for Home

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A car elevator can be a great choice for your home, as they allow you to take advantage of the height of your garage without adding width. These lifts can be used to store, not just a second car, but also a caravan, motorcycle, ATV, or boat. Installing such an elevator may involve digging a pit under the garage, so that the lift itself can be lowered into this pit when you're ready to drive a vehicle onto the platform.

12 April 2017