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Learning to Weld and Other Subjects

Hey there! Have you ever wanted to learn how to weld metal? Last year, I decided I would like to learn how to weld so I could start to manufacture homemade go-karts for my children and their friends. Unfortunately, I didn't have a clue where to start. I reached out to my brother-in-law Steve who works in the industrial and manufacturing sector. What a guy he is. He let me visit his workshop so I could learn all I needed to know about how the professionals in the industrial sector operate. I decided to start this blog to help other novice welders and industrial enthusiasts.

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You Don't Like Distorted Fish and Four Other Reasons You Should Choose Perspex for Your Fish Aquarium

Posted on September 5, 2017

If you're thinking about getting a custom made aquarium for your fish, you have a choice between glass and acrylic such as Perspex. Both offer advantages, but here are some key signs that you may want to opt for Perspex. Note that this is just one proper name for acrylic—there is also Plexiglas, Acrylite and Lucite among others. 1. You Want Something Shatter Resistant As cast acrylic, Perspex is much more shatter resistant than glass. [Read More]

5 Tips to Help You Choose Recycled Bricks for a Fireplace

Posted on September 1, 2017

Interested in building a fire place? Looking for the right bricks? Curious about using recycled bricks for your project? Then, here are some tips to guide you through the process. 1. Choose Fire Bricks For the part of your fireplace that are going to come in direct contact with fire or high temperatures, you can't just use any old bricks. Rather, you have to ensure that they are rated to withstand fire. [Read More]

Prolonging the Service Life of Your Industrial PVC Strip Curtains

Posted on August 30, 2017

Industrial strip curtains are valuable in most commercial spaces, including warehouses, wholesale and retail, factories and general manufacturing and processing premises. These strip curtains provide a practical barrier between different zones. Their presence prevents the flow of contaminants across two spaces and helps in maintaining temperature, especially when installed in chiller and freezer entryways. In general, these products are durable after purchase and installation. However, the exact performance will depend on the selected product and your maintenance practices. [Read More]

Practical Guidelines on Reducing Your Structural Steel Fabrication Expenses

Posted on August 29, 2017

When building most structures in your property, you will need to acquire steel components. These structural elements include beams and columns as well as accessories such as base plates and clip angles. Steel is a popular material for structural building applications because it is durable and resilient. Also, this metal is relatively inexpensive for most construction installations. On the other hand, the total cost of structural steel and its fabrication can be high, especially for large-scale applications. [Read More]