When it comes to designing and building cards intended for industrial material handling uses, selecting the right steel caster can have a tremendous effect on overall performance. Buyers have a choice between kingpin or kingpinless swivel designs, both offering their own compelling sets of advantages along with drawbacks. The following takes a look at both types of steel casters.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Kingpin Steel Casters
For many decades, the kingpin design has been the standard for steel swivel casters.
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As a construction industry worker, you likely deal with industrial cranes day in and day out. Although crane operation may be your forte, crane inspection is another story. Fortunately, there are some crane inspection safety tips that can help improve workplace safety for you and your employees.
Daily Inspections
Crane operators are at risk of serious injury and even death, particularly in relation to improper use of the crane and improper inspection protocols.
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As the owner of a manufacturing business, you know that air compressors are essential tools that help the company run efficiently. But these tools themselves are not very efficient and use up a vast amount of energy. Yet, there isn't always a better alternative available. This is why, according to the University Of Minnesota, about 70% of all manufacturing businesses use compressed air systems. Yes, there are some air compressors that operate more efficiently than others, but it's worth it for you, as a business owner, to do as much as you can to reduce the amount of energy consumed by these machines.
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If you've recently entered the world of home beer brewing, you may be overwhelmed at the variety of products available to help you make the most of your ingredients. Craft brewing has exploded in popularity over the last few years, with double-digit increases in sales -- and as these small batch brewers continue to produce unique and interesting beers, home brewers aren't far behind. Manufacturers have continued to innovate more and more ways for craft brewers (and their home brewing cohorts) to achieve the perfect balance of quality ingredients and taste.
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When you work in a field that is as competitive as construction, you might find yourself constantly searching for ways to edge out your competitors. Fortunately, by doing something as simple as upgrading your equipment with an air compressor and a few air tools, you might be able to make your company more dynamic. Here are two reasons you should invest in an air compressor for your construction business, and why you might never go back to those antiquated power tools:
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