Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
Do you want to start making and selling metal parts that can be used for restoring classic vehicles? If you have never done such a job before, it can turn out to be a disaster if certain things are not done right. You might even find yourself getting sued by customers or possibly breaking regulations in regards to the metal. It is worth getting your metal parts fabricated by professionals instead of doing all of the work on your own.
15 December 2016
Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
Yes, it's beneficial for all to go with a local fabricator, but you still have to make sure the shop is a professional. You need a fabrication company that can handle the job in a way that's efficient and adheres to your standards. To that end, here are a few ways to evaluate your local fabricators. Look for industry experience – Many fabrication companies specialize in certain industries. A fabrication shop with a long history of aerospace contracts sounds great.
14 December 2016
A utility cart can be a very handy tool when you're working in a warehouse, since it can be used to haul multiple items at once and can prevent you from having to pick up and lug heavy items. Even though utility carts are pretty simple pieces of warehouse equipment, you still have to be cautious about accidents that might happen. Luckily, following these safety tips can help you use your warehouse utility carts in the safest way possible.
12 December 2016
Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
If you are involved in an industry that requires metal cutting, welding, or other similar work, you might be thinking about outsourcing some or all of this work to a machine shop. This can be a wise decision, since you can avoid all of the money and issues that can go along with buying, maintaining, and operating your own equipment. However, for best results, you are going to want to choose the best machine shop possible, and part of this includes choosing a machine shop that is certified.
12 December 2016
Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
Any metal fabrication company knows the value of repeat customers. Traditionally, it is cheaper to get existing customers to purchase your product again than it is to draw in new customers. Check out some of the ways you can expand your business by effectively utilizing repeat customers. 1. Offer a Discount to Repeat Customers Willing to Advertise Your Services If your metal fabrication company produces an item that goes on display, such as exterior ornamental steel railings, you can offer repeat customers a discount in exchange for advertising your company.
9 December 2016
Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
If you have a forklift that is in need of a battery, you may want to consider looking into getting a used battery. There are several great reasons why purchasing a used forklift battery can be an excellent idea for you and this article will discuss 3 of these reasons. They Are Much More Affordable Perhaps one of the most common reasons why people choose to purchase a used forklift battery is price.
6 December 2016
Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
Your air compressor may be an essential tool for both hobbies and professional tasks. Unfortunately, a lack of knowledge about air compressors may result in them being more susceptible to potentially damaging mechanical failures. Luckily, you will be able to avoid these potential hazards by using a few basic preventative care tips. Check The Color Of The Water in The Condensation Pan The condensation for the air compressor is important for preventing the interior of the system from suffering water damage.
28 November 2016
Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
Illegal dumping of trash and construction debris is annoying enough when the items are placed in a trash container, but it's even more annoying when things that are clearly trash are lobbed into a recycling container. Not only does that take up room, but it ruins the batch of recycling unless someone comes by and separates it all again. If you have large recycling containers (dumpster-style) it can be even worse as the dumped materials can contain mattresses and even old appliances.
19 October 2016
Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
If you have a new well on your property, make sure that you follow these four tips to ensure that your well pump system makes it through the winter without an incidents. #1 Protect Your Pump With A Pump House The most basic way you can protect your well pump system is by ensuring that it is covered with a pump house. If you do not have a pump house around your well, contact a local contractor and see about having one installed this week.
14 January 2016
Industrial & Manufacturing Blog
Are you a truck driver looking for a job? You might want to consider heading to the Bakken oilfields where truck drivers are wanted and the pay is good. What is the Bakken? The Bakken Shale formation is located in western North Dakota and eastern Montana. Thanks to modern drilling techniques such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, oil is being pulled from underneath the ground in unprecedented numbers. Even though the price of oil has recently dropped, there is still a substantial amount of oil being produced in the Bakken.
15 January 2015