Three Air Compressor Maintenance Functions Not To Overlook

Posted on: 24 March 2015

When it comes to maintaining an air compressor, it's important that you take a multilevel approach. Ensuring that you are looking over the entire unit is key. Here are three common areas of maintenance often overlooked. Heat Exchange One of the most important parts of an air compressor is the heat exchange. The heat exchange is designed to reduce the temperature at which the air compressor operates. When the temperature is too high, this increases the risk of the internal compartments burning, which is a safety issue and it can also cause the air compressor to fail.
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Just Moved to a House with a Septic System? The Truths and Myths about Maintaining It

Posted on: 24 March 2015

When you live in a house that is on the city sewer system, you probably never give a second thought to the liquid and solid wastes that go through the pipes in your home. If you are moving, or have moved to a home that uses a septic system for waste removal, you may need to make a few adjustments to how you think about things. To help you get started on the right track, here are a few myths and truths about maintaining it.
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How To Properly Accessorize Your Miniature End Mills

Posted on: 23 March 2015

With the dozens of different end mills you can buy to outfit your industry, you need accessories to keep them working their best. Rather than just toss them in a drawer somewhere in your plant and hope they do not wander off or disappear, you can keep them organized, tidy, sharp and clean. If you have not already invested in some of these accessories, reconsider them for their efficiency and usefulness:
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The Benefits of Using Alloy 20 Pipes

Posted on: 20 March 2015

Alloy 20 piping, the creme de la creme of metal piping, is made from a combination of nickel, chromium, molybdenum, iron, and small amounts of sulfur, copper manganese, and silicon. The result is a product that is strong, versatile, and long-lasting. Some of the most common applications for alloy 20 piping include commercial washers (where chlorine bleach is commonly used), commercial production assembly lines that work with dyes, acids, food products, and in power generating plants and pharmaceutical companies.
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