2017

  • Here's The Pitch: Explaining Pitch Diameter To Those Who Don't Know

    Thread plug gauges have a wide variety of purposes. However, most any thread plug gauge for sale is lined with screw threads. To get the right gauge to screw onto or in where you need it to go, you have to know something about pitch diameter. What is it? Why is it important? Why should you know something about it? All these questions and more are explained in the following.
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  • 3 Lift Station Maintenance Tips

    In a typical residential or commercial sewage system, wastewater naturally flows away from a building and towards the municipal sewer system through pipes as a result of gravity. In some cases, however, the way a building is positioned doesn't allow sewage to flow in this way, and a lift station is necessary. A lift station helps pump wastewater from a lower elevation to a higher elevation. Lift stations are convenient, but they do require some routine maintenance.
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  • 4 Advantages of Using a Pneumatic Conveyor System

    If your business currently uses a mechanical conveyor system, and need to update your conveyor system, a pneumatic conveyor system may be a worthwhile upgrade for your business to invest in. A pneumatic conveyor system offers certain tactical advantages over a mechanical conveyor system that can be beneficial for your business. #1 It Adds Flexibility If you already have equipment set-up, a pneumatic conveyor system is a great choice because it offers a high degree of flexibility.
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  • Cold Rolled Steel: An Introduction For Curious Homeowners

    When you are tackling a DIY project on your property, there is one thing you will run into quite a bit: the need to pick out the right type of metals for the job you are performing. One question that comes up a lot among homeowners who may be installing a fence, repairing a metal roof, or even building a structure is "what is so special about cold rolled steel?" Cold rolled steel is available in many different forms that you are bound to run across at the home improvement store when you go for materials.
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  • 3 Tips For Preventing Soil Compaction During Harvest Time

    As a farmer, the compaction level of your soil is something that you monitor with a soil penetrometer on a regular basis. You need your soil to have a specific compaction rate in order to ensure that your crops grow successfully. You don't want your soil to get too compacted while you are harvesting crops from your fields. Here are three tips for preventing soil compaction during harvest time.  #1 Establish Travel Lanes
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  • Problems Aviation Borescopes Have And How To Fix Them

    There are three types of aviation borescopes. Each one has its own potential problems and unique repair needs. Before you buy an aviation borescope to use on your own plane, make sure you understand how each type of borescope can break and the aviation borescope repairs needed to fix them. The Inspection Borescope An inspection borescope is an instrument that has a couple of different scope lengths and two different head movement options.
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  • How To Properly Care For Life Support Systems

    When you have a loved one on a life support system in your home, you will need to make sure that you are taking all of the precautions that you can and that you are maintaining it as well as possible. Installation for life support systems is best done by professionals, but maintaining them is equally as important. This way, the life support system will last for as long as it is needed, without you and your loved one having to face too many problems with it.
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  • 3 Tips For Maintaining An Industrial Generator

    Industrial generators can have a long lifespan with proper maintenance. Regardless of if your generator is new or used, regular maintenance is necessary. In addition to taking care of the generator, there are basic rules that you should keep in mind to not only ensure functionality but also safety for everyone. Here are a few tips for maintaining your generator.   Regularly Inspect the Generator Prior to buying the generator, you likely had it inspected to confirm it was operational and in good condition.
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  • Tips For Reducing Your Heating Oil Expenses During The Winter

    During the frigid winter months, you want to keep your home warm, but it is natural to worry about heating costs if your home uses heating oil. Luckily, purchasing heating oil to use during the coldest season of the year does not have to break the bank. Use the following tips to help reduce your heating oil costs: Purchase a Large Amount If you have an oil tank on your property, consider filling it up during the late fall months.
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