2020

  • Critical Factors to Consider when Building a Garage Shed

    Building a garage shed adds value to a property and provides more storage space, especially for average-sized homes. Since the structure is exposed to the elements, garage shed builders must use the right materials for the roofing, flooring, and siding. Besides the storage and weatherproofing elements, you need to consider other aspects when building a garage shed, as highlighted in this article. Access One of the most critical aspects of a garage shed is the size of the entryway.
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  • Is Sandblasting Your Best Option?

    When you are working with a new piece of metal, then you will probably be concentrating on cutting the material to size and bending it into the desired shape. If you are working with an older piece of metal or item of metal equipment, then your concerns will be slightly different. One of the problems with metal is that, over time, the surface of the material can become damaged by corrosion or contamination.
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  • Feed Water Tanks — Maximising Boiler Efficiency

    Feed water tanks are used to remove gasses that cause corrosion mainly in boiler tanks. Oxygen and carbon dioxide are the main gasses in water that cause corrosion.   There are several types of feed water tanks: Feed water tank with a head- These are large vessels fitted with a headpiece usually made out of stainless steel. Although these are typically more expensive, the cost is justified by the longevity of the feedwater tank.
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  • Understanding the Basics of Using a Hand Tool in Steel Fabrication

    If you are a veteran in the field of steel fabrication, then you remember those times you would have to go through a crib manager to get the hand tool you need. Hand tools today are not as pricey as they were years ago. That is why having a crib guard over the devices is not necessary. When you lose any gear, you can just go for a replacement. That has led to people taking hand tools for granted.
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  • Answering Commonly Asked Questions About Used Pallets

    Pallets are flat structures used to place goods or commodities during storage, lifting or transport. They can be made from wood, plastic or metal. Pallets offer a flat and stable platform and a place to securely strap goods and commodities. When moved in any way (transporting or lifting with the help of cranes or forklifts), your goods cannot fall off the pallet or get damaged in any way. When stored, your goods also don't come into contact with the floor.
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