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The 8-Steps Of Shutting Down Your Cooling Tower For The Winter

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Cooling towers reject excess heat from a buildup of manufacturing processes, lights, people, and computers, even the sunlight that heats up buildings through windows. They tend to operate 24/7, so occasionally they will need to shut down for maintenance or scheduled industrial or seasonal shutdowns like during the winter months. The Shutdown Process Overview Since cooling towers act as specialized heat exchangers by using air and fans to cool and evaporate streams of water from a building, they need to shut down periodically so that bacteria and sediment do not corrode and damage the tower's parts.

15 November 2021

3 Benefits Of Hex Head Bolts

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Fasteners play an important role in a wide range of industries. There are many different types of fasteners available on the market. Choosing the fastener that offers the widest range of benefits can increase the overall strength and durability of your finished projects. Hex head bolts are a great choice for anyone needing a versatile fastener. These bolts have a six-sided head and unique shaft design that can provide you with a number of benefits.

1 November 2021

Useful Advice When Cutting Through LDPE Sheets

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There are a bunch of uses for LDPE sheets, especially considering it takes well to cutting. That being said, there are some cutting protocols you want to follow to get the best results out of this material no matter what it's used for. Use a Plastic Hand Saw for Thicker Pieces There will be some LDPE sheets that are very thin and thus shouldn't give you any trouble when cutting. Thicker pieces could be more difficult to get through and thus probably warrant a plastic hand saw.

25 October 2021

Reasons To Consult With A Professional Before Electroplating Metal Finishing

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Electroplating metal finishing is a process used to give parts added strength and conductivity. It involves multiple stages that have to be managed just right. That's more likely to happen if you work with a professional that specializes in this type of finishing. Consulting with them prior to electroplating metal finishing is advantageous for a couple of reasons. Figure Out the Right Mix of Metals A lot of times, different metals are used in an electroplating metal finish because it gives parts more protection and thus added durability.

27 August 2021

Benefits of Using Heat Shrink Tubing for Electrical Purposes

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There are a lot of great products used for electrical purposes, but one of the more versatile is heat shrink tubing. It's very durable and is often used with electrical components like wiring for a couple of key reasons. Protect Electrical Components From Moisture Moisture is probably the last thing you want collecting on electrical components because they're supposed to remain dry in order to work great and safe over the years.

23 June 2021

Why Foam Inserts Are A Necessity For Packaging

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When packaging the products that your company makes and sells to the public, it's important to take care and to use the right packaging materials. This can be challenging, and there's a possibility that your company has faced challenges in the past that related to buying and using the right packaging materials. You might have never purchased and used foam inserts, which can be a big mistake when packaging all sorts of damageable items.

30 March 2021

Don't Become A Victim Of Vandalism

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If you reside in a metropolitan area that is peppered with commercial buildings, residences, and various landmarks, you have probably witnessed a lot of graffiti while you were driving through town. Graffiti is unattractive and can downplay the prestige of a business or public venue. If you recently purchased a small shop downtown, protect your new entity by cleaning the outside of the building, applying fresh paint, and adding an anti-graffiti covering.

16 January 2019

Moving And Have A Lot Of Paper Items And Electrical Wiring? 2 Ways To Store Them To Prevent Damage

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If you are moving to a new location and have a lot of paper and electrical wiring to move, you likely have worried about getting your things stored and moved so that there is no damage to them. If so, below are two types of storage you can use so you can get through your move without any problems. This is especially helpful if you have a commercial company as if your things are damaged this may result in a lot of lost money.

26 November 2018

Getting To Know Rubber As A Manufacturing Product

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As the owner of a manufacturing business, you have probably used rubber parts and components more than once. As a consumer, you probably have a multitude of rubber products that surround you, whether you are in your car, in your kitchen, or watching television in your living room. Even though rubber is easily one of the most used manufacturing materials there is, a lot of people do not know a great deal about it.

18 October 2018

3 Reasons To Hire A Professional Welding Service

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Metal is known for its strong quality and durability. But metal structures don't just erect themselves. If you want to build a quality metal structure, you need to go to an expert. A company that offers professional welding services can help you complete your next project on time and with top-of-the-line craftsmanship. Here are three reasons why you might want to contact a  professional welding services company today. Your Construction Company Doesn't Normally Do a Lot of Welding

12 September 2018