As you become more experienced with using your sewing machine, the easier it becomes for you to troubleshoot problems that come up. As a beginner though, troubleshooting can take longer and even leave you feeling frustrated. Here are some tips to help you with troubleshooting basic problems you can experience. Needle Stops Moving One of the most common and potentially baffling problems that can occur is the needle stops moving while sewing.…
Read More »Propane is a highly energy efficient fuel that has low emissions, making it both cost effective and environmentally safe. If you use propane in your house, you should be aware that while it’s a great choice for many homes it is necessary to take a few precautions. Keep reading to learn about the two propane safety tips that your whole family should be aware of. When Something Smells Rotten: The Smell of Propane…
Read More »If you have a gas or oil tank below the ground on your industrial property, you could be interested in having the area inspected to ensure that there is not a leak or other problem. You could be concerned about your property being at risk, or you could be looking to make positive environmental changes in the way that you do business. Either way, drill boring can be a positive solution for checking your tank and the surrounding area.…
Read More »Finding the finish that’s durable, attractive and versatile can be a challenge. You want something that will stand up to the most rigorous industrial use, but you don’t want a complicated and expensive process. Hard chrome plating can be the answer to all of these issues and more. What is hard chrome plating? Hard chrome plating is an electroplating process where chromium is made to cover other types of metal via an acid-based electrolyte solution.…
Read More »The battery life on most smartphones today is impressive, and typically lasts most of the day, depending on how much you use it.There are some things you can do, however, to help the battery last longer, as well as have a way to keep it charged at all times. Use a Portable Battery Charger To keep your smartphone battery charged, you can purchase portable battery chargers at most battery supply stores.…
Read More »If your factory is like many, welding might be a necessary part of your day-to-day processing. As you probably already know, however, welding can be quite dangerous for those who don’t know how to do it properly or for those who don’t have the right equipment. Luckily, following these tips will allow you to create a safe and effective welding environment in your factory. Create a Dedicated Welding Area Don’t allow or encourage welding in open areas of your factory where other workers might come in contact with it.…
Read More »The industrial oven you have in place in your restaurant kitchen is put to use for many hours every day. You probably to rely on this piece of equipment to function in a certain way to please every patron that takes a seat in your dining area. If the oven is not functioning as it should, it can really put a damper on the efficiency of your daily business and your ability to serve foods in a way your customers expect.…
Read More »If you own an industrial business, it’s highly likely that cranes are some of the most critical pieces of equipment that you work with. Cranes are so valuable because they give you the ability to carry much more weight than you would be able to safely transport otherwise. However, not all cranes are created equal, and if you don’t have an overhead crane, you may be limiting yourself and causing your company to miss out on a range of different benefits.…
Read More »If you are in the business of traditional methods of cutting or fabricating metal or steel, you may want to consider investing in laser cutting technology. There are many benefits to using lasers to cut metal over the traditional methods. These benefits can help increase your business output as well as provide a more quality product. Here are some of the most important benefits of laser cutting metal over traditional cutting methods.…
Read More »If you need to have pipes installed, then consider using alloy 20 pipes. Many industries use this versatile material for their pipes due to its numerous advantages over traditional materials. Here is a brief guide to exactly what alloy 20 is and why you should use alloy 20 pipes. What’s it made of? Alloy 20 is composed of nickel, chromium, molybdenum, and stainless steel. 30-35% of the alloy is nickel, 20% is chromium, 3% is copper, 2-3% is molybdenum, and 30-45% is iron.…
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