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Industrial and Manufacturing in the Modern World

Yo! My name is Ira. Welcome to my cool new blog. The articles on this blog will address the subject of industrial and manufacturing in the modern world. This is a subject I am very familiar with, despite the fact that I have never worked in the industry. I grew up in a household in which my dad and my older brother both worked in the industrial and manufacturing sector. As a child, I learnt all kinds of very cool things while talking to my dad and accompanying him on 'take your kid to work' days. In adulthood, I have maintained a keen interest in the sector.

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Why stainless steel should be the first choice for your new product

12 July 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

Stainless steel has been an industry staple for more than fifty years and stainless manufacturing is now used for everything from tables to food conveyors and boot washers.  Why is it that stainless steel has proved so popular for such a variety of products, and why should you consider it for your next product release? What is stainless steel? What makes stainless steel different from other types of steel is that it is low in carbon and contains chromium at least 10. Read More …

5 Upgrades to Consider for Your CNC Machine

11 July 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

If you have a CNC machine, you may want to look into machinery upgrades. The right upgrades can prolong the life of your equipment, help you avoid repairs and save money compared to buying new equipment. Here are some of the CNC machinery upgrades you may want to consider. 1. Safety Updates Overtime, manufacturers make machines safer, and if your CNC machinery is old, it may not have some of the latest safety upgrades. Read More …

Why does it matter what soil surrounds your cables?

11 July 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

If you are laying a network of electrical cables, then you will probably have been thinking about everything involved in the process. You will have been considering the type of cable you need, the route it will follow and how you will connect your cabling to the rest of the network. What you may not have been considering yet is the thermal resistivity of the soil. Thermal resistivity is an area that is often overlooked by designers but which can have a significant impact on the performance of electrical cables that are buried in the soil. Read More …

5 Features to Look for When Buying Cat Nets

11 July 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

You want to give your cat the best life possible by letting her outside, but unfortunately, outdoor cats live an average of two to five years, while indoor cats live 17 or more. Luckily, there is a way you can give your cat outdoor access without risking its safety — a cat net. When shopping for cat nets, consider looking for the following features. 1. Designed for Cats Keep in mind that you can't just use any net. Read More …

3 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Installing Strip Curtains in a Cold Storage Facility

10 July 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

Quality control in the food distribution industry is highly regulated with businesses expected to adhere to laid down best practices. For instance, temperature control is a critical aspect which is why PVC strip doors are typical in the cold food storage industry. However, merely installing strip doors on cold storage entryways will not guarantee adequate temperature control. Notably, avoid making the following mistakes when ordering PVC strip curtains. Mismatching Material to Environment -- Unlike conventional doors, strip curtains help to maintain low temperatures inside cold rooms to prevent food from going bad. Read More …