In the world of industrial drilling and pipe rigging, there is a definitive need to protect pipes, tools, and anything else that has threads or screws together. That is where casing protectors come in. Each casing protector is made of one of a few protective materials. Each material does something a little different for the casing protector.
HNBR
HNBR stands for “hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber,” which is clearly more than a mouthful and why it is shortened to HNBR.…
Introducing grease into your septic system could have disastrous consequences. The high concentration of fat and oil found in most cooking grease can overwhelm your septic system.
The bacteria responsible for breaking down waste within the septic system may not be able to keep up with the added demand of processing both biological waste and cooking grease. This could result in the release of improperly treated waste into the environment. …
Wire rope comes in many widths, or diameters. This gives this type of product multiple uses, too. Some of these uses are surprising, and others are just creative. The following four uses of wire rope are based on diameter.
Quarter-Inch Diameter Wire Rope
This width of wire rope is useful for electrical projects, most notably for wiring electronics to other electronics. If you wanted to wire your entire home with a speaker system that can transfer music and sound from one room to the next, you would use the quarter-inch diameter rope.…
Stainless steel bollards are those funny, cylindrical pillars with rounded tops you see almost everywhere now. At one time, you would only see them in front of stores on corners, or on the docks. Now, they seem to be everywhere, even at the drive-thru at your favorite fast food restaurant. It makes you stop and think, and want to know why bollards are everywhere. It is not as though they are a decorative fashion statement, to be sure.…
When an industrial boiler goes out unexpectedly or if you have a sense that there is something wrong with your boiler, you should consider having it replaced. However, if you are not able to replace your boiler right away, you may decide to rent a trailer mounted boiler.
Your Boiler Is Old
One sign of your boiler needing to be replaced is its age. If your company owns a cast iron boiler, it can last as long as 50 years.…
When it comes to fabrication of plastic components, it’s important that you understand the keys to choosing the right fabrication method. There are a variety of manufacturing approaches that can be used, and the right one for your situation can depend on a lot of different things. Here is a look at some of the things that you should think about as you’re evaluating your options for your new plastic manufacturing system.…
If you inherited an automotive shop from your recently-deceased father and one of the first things that you noticed about the establishment is that litter is peppering the ground and a bunch of old equipment is laying behind the back of the building, take the time to clean up the property prior to opening the business in your name. The tips below will help you tidy up the property so that the shop has a pleasant appearance when customers stop by to have their vehicles serviced.…
If you recently moved into a new home with a septic tank, you may wonder if there is anything special you need to do to keep the system working properly. If so, use the following everyday tips for taking care of your new home’s septic tank.
Do Laundry Throughout the Week
If you have always washed your clothes on the same day over the weekend, you may want to change your routine.…
People always seem to wait to the very last moment to fix a problem, but procrastination when it comes to your boiler could be a very big problem. Heat you home on a cold day is not just important for you and your families comfort, it can actually keep pipes from freezing. It always seems the a boiler goes out on one of the coldest days of the winter, and that is simply because it has to work extra hard to keep the home warm.…
If you are a guy who loves to tool around in the garage and you want to make the most of using your garage, there are certain things every man should have. Whether you use your garage for working on your vehicle or storing important equipment, here are four must-haves for every man’s garage.
Tool Box
If you are a true garage enthusiast who spends a lot of time out there, chances are you have lots of tools.…
