tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40084416298688247572024-03-15T18:09:58.754-07:00Continental IndustriesAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-76672795490068226582014-11-28T07:00:00.000-08:002016-09-20T04:02:37.226-07:00Pruning Metal Fabrication Costs for Better Returns: A Study<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Metal fabrication is a type of business that most average people have no concept about. In fact, most people really don’t know where their metal products come from or where the metal even used to make the items they pick up each and every day originates from. However, if you work in the industry, you know the ins and outs and how detail-oriented you need to be if you work in metal fabrication. After all, there’s very little room for error when it comes to the fabrication process.</div>
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The inability to make errors also applies to the financial side of metal fabrication where it’s extremely important to make every penny count. When you’re in a tough business in a down economy, you need to do everything you can to maximize your return on investment (ROI). </div>
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One of the best things that you can do for a customer when you’re in the <a href="http://continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">metal fabrication business</a> to help them reduce cost and get a better return on their product is to look over their design and remove as many parts as possible. Remember – many of the people you’re working with many not be familiar with the metal fabrication business like you are and there may be extra parts included in the design that aren’t really needed. If you’re working with new companies or builders, these errors and extra parts could be greatly exaggerated. </div>
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That’s why it’s important to go over any new design that you receive to make sure that it is functional and doesn’t involve too many extra part during the <a href="http://blog.continental-ind.com/metal-fabrication-process-advantages/" target="_blank">fabrication process</a>. By removing parts during the fabrication process, you’re almost surely going to be able to reduce the cost of the item, helping you or the seller make more money with the final product. </div>
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Another major thing you can do for your customers, particularly those customers who are just now entering the fabrication process for the first time, is help them out with their design. In many cases, a customer will think that they have a very unique design or that they need a very unique design to do a basic task. Since you’re in the business, you may already know that they don’t need something as complicated as what they’re trying to do in their original design. </div>
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Offering to help your customers in this manner can be a tricky slope to walk down. If they do want your help, you may be sucked into the design process, assuming that they will place a large order when they finally have the product that they want. For that reason, it’s often a much better idea to simply help customers who need a basic tweak on their design. </div>
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You can persuade many people to redesign their product if you give them specific ways to do so and tell them how much money that they’ll be saving if they go your route. They may not choose to do so, but saving money is something that every savvy business owner and designer is going to want to do in order to improve their ROI. </div>
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If customers don’t want to change their design or the design simply doesn't need to be changed, one thing you may want to do in the metal fabrication business is to suggest more cost-effective parts and ways of doing things. In many cases, you could be cutting the cost of a particular item once fabricated by just a few percent. However, in the long run, a few percent can add up to quite a savings, especially if your customer is going to be ordering a large quantity of an item. </div>
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You do still need to take into account the overall quality of the item though, at least when you are suggesting changes to make the product cheaper for the client. If it doesn't perform the way they want it to over time, you may be held accountable and you could lose the business. </div>
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When implementing changes that will make a product less efficient, you need to make sure the customer is aware of these concerns and that the savings will be worth it to them in the end.</div>
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Metal corrosion inhibition does not have to be a tedious task thanks to Biopad. This is Cortec’s bio-based sustainable packaging that is intended to help prevent metal corrosion for a long period of time.
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Biopad stands out as a flexible corrosion-inhibiting device that is constructed out of 100% bio-based non-woven materials that contain 66% bio-based contents. The product offers you up to two times as much inhibition as the case is for conventional VCI foams. In combination with the thin design, Biopad has a high concentration of VpCI thereby resulting in a decent material reduction of up to 94%. </div>
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<b>How does Biopad work? </b></div>
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Placing the right size of Biopad into a package allows the metal items in context to be protected thereby leaving them ready for any sort of use. According to Cortec (<a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">product manufacturer</a>), there is no coating removal or degreasing that is needed in this process. You just need to get the item out of the package and then put it into use. </div>
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<b>What sort of metals does Biopad protect? </b></div>
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Biopad protects both ferrous and non-ferrous metals in addition to alloys like copper, carbon steels, brass, zinc, aluminum, silver and solder. It also pays to note that it’s free of any sort of nitrates and amines. It also contains no isocyanates. </div>
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<b>What major benefits do you stand to gain from the use of Biopad? </b></div>
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Biopad is cost effective, adaptable and also easily applied. You just need to apply the right size of Biopad on the package and leave it intact. The metal will stay protected until that time when you want to use it. It’s worth noting that Biopad conforms to NACE standard TMO-2008 and RP0487-2000, MIL-I-22110C and is tested and certified for the intended purposes. The product is still RoHS compliant.
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com43Anaheim, CA, USA33.8352932 -117.9145035999999933.624261700000005 -118.23722709999998 34.0463247 -117.5917801tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-68174650222845462802014-11-14T07:00:00.000-08:002016-09-20T04:17:33.562-07:00Humans and Machines: A Symbiotic Future<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Contemporary pop and art culture has often
portrayed the interactions between humans and robots as an inevitable
escalation to <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/services" target="_blank">machines</a> taking over human societies.. However, is this fact or
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">The future of human and machine interaction
is likely to be realized as robotics engineers test the insights of humans. A
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a driverless car. For instance, anyone would be able to interact with a robot
without having to know how to program since it can follow how humans interact
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Perhaps the biggest device beneficiaries of
having more humanity in devices would be robot assistants that are designed to
help the elderly with basic tasks like washing dishes. These</span><span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">robots are already in Japan</span><span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">and a few other countries, but are not
always easy to get on with. Most people do not trust robots and it may require
some time before human-robot trust grows.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Should a friendlier and chattier technology
be realized, perhaps the most surprising feature would be the sense of
randomness that the computers or devices would exhibit. Human behavior is
unpredictable and a number of studies have shown that people tend to react to
robots in unexpected ways. Generally, a majority of people would warm to
machines as if they were real people-once they get used to them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Finally, people tend to prefer robots that
are more similar to them in</span><span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">nationality,
gender, and age. Therefore, the success of future human-robot interaction will
have to put into consideration the interests of the respective individuals that
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0Anaheim, CA, USA33.8352932 -117.9145035999999933.624261700000005 -118.23722709999998 34.0463247 -117.5917801tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-85166966849271116492014-11-07T07:00:00.000-08:002016-09-20T04:28:24.589-07:00Important Machines and Techniques for DIY Sheet Metal Fabricators<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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There are many <a href="http://blog.continental-ind.com/metal-fabrication-process-advantages/" target="_blank">methods of metal fabrication</a> that are used by metal fabricators in the modern day. Steel plants might best exemplify these methods and techniques. However, it’s vital to try and understand what steel metal fabrication means and what it entails in essence. When you get to know what fabrication entails, you’ll be in a position to understand the tools and techniques that are used in the entire process.</div>
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<a href="http://continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">Sheet metal fabrication</a> ideally refers to the act of shaping, forming, and joining metals together for purposes of either building or repairing tangible parts. Metal shaping, forming, and joining are all basic processes of metal fabrication. They therefore employ varied techniques in order to achieve the desired results.</div>
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<b>What does sheet metal shaping entail?</b></div>
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Metal forming and shaping is only able to change metals in four main ways. You can cut, bend, shrink and even stretch the metal to the desired shape. Below are some of the basic machines and tools that you can use in this process.</div>
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<b>Bending metal</b></div>
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Form bending stands out as the simplest way through which you can bend metals. Just as the term implies, you’ll be <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/services" target="_blank">bending metal</a> over a shape or edge that is under the metal. A hammer will be of absolute necessity when doing this.</div>
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When doing <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/press-brake-defined" target="_blank">metal brakes</a>, you’ll be able to make clean and precise bends in metal. You will need a clamping tool in doing this so that the metal can produce the desired shape or form.</div>
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<b>Cutting metal: What does it entail?</b></div>
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Hand shears are basic tools that you can use in cutting metal to the desired shapes and sizes. However, this is a manual process, but it is still effective regardless of the size of metal you are cutting. In fact, if you want to start a sheet metal fabrication business, shears are among the first tools you ought to purchase.</div>
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Also referred to as scissors, power shears are also good for you when you are cutting metal. The good thing with such tools is that they allow you to cut metal faster with less manual effort. There is a wide range of sheers that you’ll come across in the market ranging from electric sheers to pneumatic sheers.</div>
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Throatless sheers are also commonly used in metal cutting. These sheers are hand operated and normally come in the form of a hinged blade, which swings down and then cuts through metal. The major advantage of throatless sheers is that they do not waste metal when you are cutting. They are therefore useful when making many cuts of steel at the same time.</div>
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Angle grinders and plasma cutters are also quite effective when cutting metal. Although angle grinders are noisy and messy, they will still get the job done. Again, the plasma cutter is best suited for aggressive and powerful sheet metal cutting processes. If the plasma cutter is adjusted in the right manner, it’s able to cut through metal faster and with a high level of accuracy.</div>
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<b>Shrinking metal: What tools and techniques are necessary?</b></div>
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For this, you can use a trucking metal or a shrinker. Trucking metal stands out as one of the earliest methods used in metal shrinking. Ideally, you’ll be bunching metals together and passing them between crevices so that they can form a desired shape. A hammer and a wooden stump will also be useful. A shrinker can be more precise than tucking metal, but it moves metal slowly.</div>
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<b>Stretching metal: The must have</b></div>
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When it comes to stretching metal, there are also a few basic tools and techniques which are required. The hammer, dolly, stretcher, and the English wheel are definitely of great importance in such a case. The hammer and dolly stands out as the most basic way of stretching metal.</div>
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<b>Metal fusion: The necessities</b></div>
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Lastly, metal fusion is also an important method of sheet metal fabrication. This entails fusing panels together in order to produce large complex parts. Perhaps the most common type of metal fusion today is welding. <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/welding" target="_blank">Welding includes oxy acetylene welding, TIG welding, and MIG welding</a>. The MIG welder is probably the most common and and easiest form of welding in the modern day.</div>
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Halloween is a time when a business can take advantage – if they sell Halloween supplies, costumes or candy. If you don’t sell Halloween related products, however, you might find that Halloween may be a relatively slow time for your business.<br />
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While convincing people to spend money on your non-Halloween items may be difficult, there are a few things you can do to increase the visibility of your store and drive foot traffic.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">Hand out Halloween candy to passers-by. The simple act of getting involved in the Holiday could be enough to get people in your store. For the most part, this strategy works best for retail businesses that have a product to sell on the spot.</span></div>
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<li><span style="text-align: left;">Spook-ify your logo. Adding a bat or a drip of blood can give people pause and notice your store.<br /><br /></span></li>
<li><span style="text-align: left;">Offer people discounts and sale items for Halloween. It might seem trite, but the simple act of giving somebody 10% off because it’s Halloween may be enough to get people shopping with you – when they otherwise wouldn’t.<br /><br /></span></li>
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Metal fabrication is vague term that refers to any process that molds metal into a finished product. Also, many fabrication shops can produce metal products in various ways. However, <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/services" target="_blank">custom fabrication services</a> are needed for unique products. </div>
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Custom fabrication services are helpful in all stages of the product development process. Regardless of whether you require a total production run of items or support on a component assembly project, these three types of custom <a href="http://continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">metal fabrication</a> services will be beneficial to you. </div>
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The first service is the design. The design looks at the conceptualization, and analysis of the part or its characteristics. The second service is the build, or how the product is made. The final service is finishing and assembly. This improves product quality through different treatments. </div>
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In order to ensure the best results, the manufacturing must be done properly. Consider using these <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/engineering-and-design" target="_blank">custom design services</a>. Conceptualizing is perfect for determining the parts or characteristics required to successfully complete the project. Implementing a computer-aided program is perfect for helping identify potential weaknesses before production. Custom fabricators also help with making unique production tools. Choosing a fabrication method for a project is related to a few factors that shape the product. </div>
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Choosing the right shop is a very important decision that can affect <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">manufacturing</a>, quality, and product cost. Experience is important. If the fabricator has an established reputation, they are very likely to give you tremendous service. Make sure the fabricator is able to form the necessary metal required.</div>
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A metal fabrication welder must layout, shape, form, and weld different kinds of metal into the correct structural shapes and sizes. These metal structures are used in heavy machinery and appliances such as ovens, in addition to parts for buildings, pipes, stacks, tanks and many other products.
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Properly equipped and trained <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">metal fabrication</a> welders can create and perfect high quality products over a number of industries and businesses. As with any highly skilled professions, there are rigorous skills that need to be mastered to be successful. In order to become a metal fabrication welder, one must have a few prerequisite skills:</div>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Expert fabrication welding professionals can create and assemble structural metal products and prepare blueprints as needed. Trained professionals need to be able to use triangulation, parallel line development, and radial line development to lay out the designs for a product.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Professional welders must know the physical properties of the metal they are working with and how to figure the stock needed when calibrating a machine to fabricate parts. Using the fabrication equipment properly is a basic tenet of professional metal fabrication welders.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">A <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/welding" target="_blank">professional welder</a> must handle shears, press brakes, rollers, lasers, abrasive water jet cutting machines, and automatic welding machines. Using these tools effectively to fabricate products involves a high degree of understanding of basic trade mathematics such as trigonometry and geometry.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Welders have to be able to perform intricate work production of sheet metal cabinets, shelving, pipes, ducts, etc. These metal products are difficult to fabricate due to the attention to detail they may require.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Welders must also have at least a basic understanding of blueprint reading, welding symbols, sketching, and metallurgy. Skilled professional welders must be able to create and read blueprints in order to understand what product they are fabricating and for what purpose.</span></li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-1315984368185475772014-10-15T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-20T04:59:01.713-07:00Metal Fabrication: Assurance of Quality Products<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Metal Fabrication involves bending, cutting, and assembling metal structures from various parts and pieces. The actual process of cutting the metal happens through the act of shearing or sawing. It can also be accomplished through laser cutting or punching.</div>
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<a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/press-brake-defined" target="_blank">Press brakes</a> lead to bending. Press brakes use multiple styles to achieve the different bends necessary for a project. The cutting and bending of the metal during fabrication are critical. Once the metal has been transformed to its appropriate size and shape, it is put together through the <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/welding" target="_blank">process of welding</a>.</div>
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Stamping is also a critical part of <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">metal fabrication</a>. A stamping machine will stamp the parts out of a piece of sheet metal. While this process is expensive, it can be used to develop a large quantity of the same part. Stamping is used for vents and panels, among other items.</div>
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Steel is the most common type used in metal fabrication. Steel contains iron with some amounts of carbon as well. Carbon is also important, as it gives the metal increased strength and hardness. However, despite the fact that carbon steel is very versatile, it will eventually corrode.</div>
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Selecting a metal fabrication shop suitable for your needs is a vital decision that can affect the <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">manufacturing</a> rate, production quality, and profitability of a given project. To help in the selection process, consider some of the following factors:</div>
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When planning a project involving metal fabrication, use a metal fabricator to help you find the right metal for your task. Metal Fabrication is a rapidly growing industry. These products have been used for a number of years because of how durable and long lasting they are. There are a variety of products available in the market, so be sure to find out which ones will suit you.</div>
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Laser cutting has risen to become one of the most popular technological solutions offered by metal fabrication firms. Through its performance and reliability, laser cutting has become a valuable tool in regards to production. Laser cutting is also regarded as a time saving and cost effective method. This increasingly popular method known as laser cutting provides many benefits to customers.</div>
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Laser cutting has the capability to meet all types of <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">industrial fabrication</a> requirements. Whether it is different types of metals such as steel, or special metals, laser cutting will work. Laser cutting also provides lamination for generations and motors. </div>
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Laser cutting can make very complex shapes out of sheet metal very easily. It can specifications and contours that may be difficult for other <a href="http://blog.continental-ind.com/metal-fabrication-process-advantages/" target="_blank">manufacturing processes</a>.</div>
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Laser cutting eliminates component rejection. The machines are automated. There is no contact between the laser nozzle and the metal component. This guarantee there is no scratches or bends.</div>
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Laser cutting can create accurate components while using very little energy. This is beneficial for both the fabrication shop as well as the customer.</div>
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This method is easy to use and can be performed repeatedly to produce volumes of components. The product quality and savings on time and money are second to none.</div>
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Many firms are looking to use laser cutting along with other methods, such as forming or machining. It can be used along with other processes to increase quality and reduce product delivery time.</div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The answer to boosting efficiency might be a
lot simpler than you think and explained by one basic term: value engineering.
Use this guide to help you understand what value engineering is and how you can
employ it with your company and workers to have a more productive unit.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Value <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/engineering-and-design" target="_blank">engineering</a> is all about getting the
most out of your employees for each dollar that you spend. For example, one of
the things that an employer who believes in the principles of value engineering
might do is pay for community college classes for a lower level manager to
learn more about the business world – including things like accounting. By
doing that, the employer is giving the employee a skill that will not only better
their lives, but also help to improve their performance and abilities at work.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Risk assessment is also an integral part of
value management, particularly for people who work in the construction business
or in the financial sector where the ability to lose money on a project is very
high. Risk management also comes into play when determining how much potential
profit you can make on a job versus how much you’ll lose by putting a set
amount of employees on the job for any given time. For most businesses, value
engineering is an idea that can be helpful in boosting all-around efficiency.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-85824714444890879482014-09-24T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-20T05:22:20.286-07:00How Proper Management Benefits a Metal Fabrication Company<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">A metal fabrication company is hardly an
exception to the laws of economics and company infrastructure. Just like any
other business, a metal fabrication company will benefit from proper
management. Let’s have a look at some examples:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">When proper management is in place in a <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/">metal fabrication company</a>, the benefits of time management really start to come
alive. A good manager will give each employee enough time to work different
machines on the floor. This will ultimately increase employees’ productivity.
If, over time, it is discovered that certain employees struggle working certain
machines, the manager can either allocate time to training that employee,
keeping him on another assignment or dismissing him from the company.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Proper management is the backbone of a metal fabrication company. All tasks performed in the office reach all aspects of the
company infrastructure in one way or another. The right manager will examine
each facet of his company infrastructure and determine which facet has the
strongest bearing on the rest. With a metal fabrication company, it’s a toss-up
between labor, and the acquisition and subsequent distribution of materials. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; text-align: justify;">The right manager will ensure that each hand
knows what the other is doing so that there is no invisibility in the supply
chain. The more invisibility there is in the supply chain, the more money, man
hours and effort it will take to get the product to the consumer. The right
manager will work with each team member individually and will hold weekly
meetings with his team leaders to ensure that everyone is on the same page.
Teamwork is perhaps the most important facet of a metal fabrication company,
and the right manager will accept nothing less than a team of employees who
complement each other and support each other’s initiatives.</span></div>
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Metalworking fluid (MWF) is a term that refers to the spectrum of oils and other substances that are used to cool and/or lubricate metal pieces as they are ground, machined, or milled. MWFs decrease friction and head between work pieces and cutting tools, which assists in preventing smoking and burning.</div>
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MWFs also improve workpiece quality by continually taking chips, fines, and swarfs or small metal pieces from the tool at hand and the workpiece surface. There are four basic MWF classes: straight oils, soluble or emulsifiable oils, semi-synthetic fluids, and synthetic fluids. Each class may contain additives such as corrosion inhibitors and stabilizers.</div>
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There are millions of <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">manufacturing</a> employees who are exposed to MWFs through their work with automobiles, aircraft, farm equipment, heavy machinery, and other hardware.
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Fluid suppliers are familiar with the health effects associated with varying fluids. They can provide a wealth of up to date information about the safety of your particular fluids. Some systems may even be able to offer further assistance, such as a customer support program. Choosing a reputable supplier ensures that your fluids meet government safety and environment regulatory guidelines. As you select fluids, consider fluid component toxicity, flammability, and disposal.</div>
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There are a wealth of established principles including administrative controls, engineering, and work practice controls that can affect occupational exposures. You can apply these principles to the general workplace environment, at the hazard source, and at the point of exposure for individuals. Typically, work practice and engineering controls applied directly at the hazard source are the most effective control tactics. These controls may include proper MWF delivery system design and operation, isolation, effective general or dilution ventilation, local exhaust ventilation, strong machinist work practices including use of controls, and proper equipment maintenance.</div>
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There are certain instances where protective clothing and/or respirators can prevent MWFs from getting in contact with the skin. In order to determine if a situation warrants PPE, the employer should conduct a survey to pinpoint potential health and safety hazards such as chemical exposure, high temperatures, and machine noise. Depending on the particular situation, employees may need to wear long sleeves and pants, aprons, hats, gloves, masks, respirators, and safety glasses.</div>
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Personal hygiene is critical for preventing skin disorders. Employees must clean potentially contaminated skin, particularly before breaks and meals, with clean hot water, gentle soaps, and clean towels. They should also be encouraged to minimize contact with MWF whenever possible, which includes avoiding direct repeated contact with unprotected hands, arms, and MWFs. Employees should also change out of contaminated clothing before leaving the workplace.</div>
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Trained, equipped personnel must be responsible for cleaning the floors, equipment, and general work MWF environment. Spills should be cleaned up immediately. Afterwards, make sure that the rags are placed in airtight metal receptacles. Another key work practice control is inspecting and maintaining the process and control equipment on a regular basis. Finally, supervision ensures that employees are sticking to proper work practices and wearing the necessary clothing and equipment.</div>
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A metalworking fluid management system takes the comprehensive system into account, allowing a company to address issues systematically and thoroughly. The primary fluid management program components should be as follows: designation of overarching responsibility for system performance, designation of adding materials responsibility, a standard operating procedure for fluid testing in writing, a data collection and tracking system, training programs, and employee participation.</div>
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Innovative engineering, proper work place controls, and MWF management program implementation go a long way toward regulating MWF exposure. However, these elements do not completely eliminate the possibility of injury or illness due to MWF exposure. Periodic monitoring helps identify early symptoms of skin disorders and respiratory disease due to control system failure, sub-par respirator, or hygiene programs. Taking preventative action also decreases the incidence and severity of lung and skin diseases.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-90612222314536933122014-09-05T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-20T05:28:37.947-07:00Are Steel Slags the Future of Sustainable Infrastructure?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Steel slag is a mixture of metal oxides and silicate, and is produced as a by-product during manufacture of iron and steel. However, iron and steel slag is non-metallic in nature and does not have hazardous materials.<br />
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The construction industry is leaning towards use of slag for its properties and being environmental-friendly. There are different types of slag generated from the steel making process. The most common slags are Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) slag, LF slag and Steel Furnace Slag (SFS). Some of the world’s largest economies, including the USA, Brazil, European Union, China and Australia are using EAF and LD Slag for many applications.</div>
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<li>Steel slag is environment-friendly since it does not contain hazardous elements.<br /></li>
<li>Improves road safety by offering better skid resistance when used together with asphalt.<br /></li>
<li>Has agro benefits, including neutralizing highly acidic soils and use as a fertilizer.<br /></li>
<li>More durable than natural aggregate and can reduce maintenance costs when used as rail blast.<br /></li>
<li>Many top countries around the world as using steel slag in landfills.</li>
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Steel slag is playing a big role in the construction of roads, houses and other infrastructure. However, its adoption and use is not fully entrenched in the construction industry. To improve the adoption of the material in the industry, measures need to be taken to:</div>
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<li>Provide carbon credits to companies that use slag in their constructions.</li>
<li>Treat slag as an important co-product in the manufacture of steel.</li>
<li>Involve various stakeholders to find optimal use opportunities for slag.</li>
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In <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">metal fabrication</a>, a variety of metals are used. However, if you want to ensure the sheet metal is strong and durable, you will have to opt for a finish. This will not only protect the metal surface, it also will make certain metals such as aluminum, stronger and more resilient.</div>
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While there are many types of finishes, two commonly used metal finishes are electroplating the metal or painting. Both have their pros, based on the application of the sheet metal. Understanding them will allow you to make an informed decision. To make the right decision, you should know where and how you intend using the sheet metal.</div>
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Plating, also known as electroplating, involves plating a layer of another metal on the surface of the sheet metal. This protects the sheet metal and makes it more durable and adds to its strength. </div>
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<b>Painting Sheet Metal</b></div>
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As the term suggests, painting involves applying paint on the surface of the sheet metal. However, before paint is applied, the surface has to be sanded lightly and then a layer of primer is applied. The good part about painting is you can choose the color of the paint which forms a protective layer over the sheet metal. </div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">While electroplating and painting sheet metal are pretty similar, each process has its own benefits after the sheet metal is fabricated. </span></div>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">When you electroplate the sheet metal, you can expect more protection from corrosion. Electroplating prevents the metal underneath from rusting and this can be a boon in areas where oxidation of metal is common due to environmental factors. Furthermore, coating also prevents the sheet metal from getting damage if you strike it.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">If you live in a place where there are significant temperature fluctuations daily or seasonally, plating is the best option, as the coating and sheet metal expand and contract simultaneously.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Electroplating tends to coat the metal surface evenly and can be used for designs that are awkwardly shaped. It adds to the beautification, thereby giving the metal a smooth and polished look.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Depending on the use of the sheet metal, you can choose the metal that is used for electroplating. For instance, if you want the sheet to look appealing while reducing friction, chrome is perfect for electroplating. On the other hand if you want to protect the metal from water, zinc is used for electroplating.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">If environmental factors are a cause for concern, you should always go in for plating the metal surface.</span></li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Compared to electroplating, painting the sheet metal is more cost effective. So, if you are looking for durability without spending too much money, painting the sheet metal offers you the same benefits as electroplating.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Furthermore, at times, you do not have to paint the entire sheet. You have the option of choosing how much of the sheet’s surface requires protection and just get that portion painted. This can further reduce the cost of painting the sheet metal.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Painting allows you to choose the color that you want on the sheet metal and many times, you also can add logos and other creative designs on the sheet to enhance its appearance or create brand awareness.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Just like plating, painting too offers thin finish, as the paint is sprayed on to evenly coat the metal surface. If the job is small, you should opt for painting, as it offers you a more economic finish compared to plating. However, painting is not without its drawbacks. The sheet metal would require multiple coatings to get an even finish and over a period of time, you would have to re-finish the sheet metal to maintain its appearance.</li>
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Both plating and painting offer superior corrosion protection. However, many people assume plating is a better choice because they have paint jobs fail. The cause for failure is the metal surface not being properly prepared. While it is necessary to sand and rough up the sheet metal surface, forgetting primer application can be disastrous. Primer bridges the gap between the sheet metal and paint.
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As the process of paint application on <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/sheet-metal-fabrication" target="_blank">sheet metal</a> is not complicated like plating, it is a cheaper option. If you are concerned about costs, painting is ideal. It offers the same benefits as plating. So you can rest assured knowing the sheet metal will be protected, but at a reduced cost.</div>
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In areas prone to earthquakes, it is important to make sure that residents are always safe. One of the best ways to ensure resident safety is by constructing structures that can withstand the devastating effects of earthquakes. Many people have talked about the efficacy of metal buildings in providing safety when this natural calamity strikes. Much research and study has been conducted on this subject, and it has been concluded that metal buildings are better than concrete ones. However, there are factors that determine how safe such buildings are and they are as follows:</div>
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<li><strong style="text-align: left;">Type of metal used:</strong><span style="text-align: left;"> The best metal used for buildings in earthquake-prone areas is steel rebar metal. It is strong and ductile, making it the most effective material for the construction of earthquake-safe buildings. Materials like <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/sheet-metal-fabrication" target="_blank">sheet metal</a> are inadequate for such buildings as they do not have the strength required to resist earthquakes and are most likely to collapse when an earthquake hits.<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li><strong style="text-align: left;">Distribution of weight:</strong><span style="text-align: left;"> Another important factor that needs to be considered while constructing earthquake-safe buildings is weight distribution. It is important to make sure that the top of the building is light in weight as a heavy one is more likely to topple over easily. The lower section of a building must always be heavily reinforced to make it safe and more resistant to earthquakes and their destructive effects.<br /></span></li>
<li><strong style="text-align: left;">Right engineering:</strong><span style="text-align: left;"> Merely constructing a steel rebar building is not sufficient to make it safe during earthquakes. It is also of utmost importance to make sure that it is planned using the right principles of engineering and architecture. To make sure that it is built with these principles, it is best to use the services of a builder who has the knowledge and experience required to construct buildings that are earthquake-resistant.</span></li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-53992518425000709582014-08-07T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T02:51:31.541-07:00Pruning Manufacturing Costs: The Road Ahead<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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One of the most difficult things about manufacturing is that the most productive and cost effective ways of getting the job done frequently changes. From off-shore manufacturing to competitive bidding, established methods are failing because the market is saturated.</div>
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Regardless of the type of manufacturing you do, the best methods are usually universal. Contracting is gaining traction because of the benefits of shared knowledge. It requires time and patience to make a successful relationship with your partner but the rewards are well worth the time and energy you put into it.</div>
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<strong>Begin early with the partnership.</strong> As soon as you have a new design for your product or component, you should get the partner involved. While you are developing the product, you partner will be able to make suggestions on process improvements, specification reviews, and design changes that will save you money.</div>
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<strong>Collaborate on cost analysis.</strong> This means being open with your books but in the end, your goal and that of your partner are the same. By analyzing the cost data as a whole, you can find the best ways to save on production, from suppliers to shipping.</div>
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<strong>Make functional designs.</strong> This applies to both the amount of time it takes to make a product and how the product is made. Your <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/">contract manufacturer</a> can help you find better, more efficient ways to produce a product. This starts with the <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/engineering-and-design">design</a>, so it needs to not only be clear what you need, but the purpose of each part.</div>
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<strong>Create the right team to work with your partner.</strong> You want people who get along well with the contractors and who are open to collaboration for the best results.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-12519543982513692492014-07-30T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T03:05:13.286-07:00Lower Back Pain: Posing a Threat to Metal Fabrication Today<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The metal fabrication industry is appealing
in that it comes with a lot of challenges for those in the field. However,
those in the field can attest to the fact that it’s a rigorous job that comes
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<a name='more'></a><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The most significant danger is exactly that:
the work itself. The job has always come with physical risks, yet skilled
craftsmen have understood them and worked within their limits to minimize these
risks. Unfortunately, the worst hazard of all for many of the people who work
in the metal fabrication industry is lower back pain.</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.michaelberrydc.com/index.php?p=273453" target="_blank">Lower back pain</a> is a common problem because
the very nature of metal fabrication requires people to bend into uncomfortable
positions or work at odd angles. In some cases, metal fabrication jobs may require
workers to remain in these positions for a sustained period of time. Finally, the
equipment involved in metal fabrication can also pose lower back pain risks.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">While it may not be possible to eliminate all
lower back aches and pains, there are some ways that lower back pain can be
minimized and kept from becoming a serious problem. If you work in the metal
fabrication industry or deal with workers who do metal work for you, use this
guide to help keep lower back pain problems as minimal as possible.</span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">What Problems Affect Metal
Fabrication Workers?</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Metal fabrication workers do very physical
tasks. For most of them, that means moving around regularly, often in relatively
unsafe environments.</span><br />
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significant injury. Most of these injuries are preventable, however. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For example, metal fabrication workers often
inhale fumes in small doses that can cause problems later, or spend time in
loud environments for too long. A minute or two of exposure may be okay, but
spending days and days on end in such an environment can lead to serious
hearing loss later on.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Back problems occur for many metal workers
because of pieces of equipment that they must hold or carry while they are
doing their job. At first, these pieces of equipment may not seem too heavy.
However, using them the entire day can really take a toll on a worker’s health.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Many people who work in the metal fabrication
industry also spend a great deal of time in an uncomfortable position for a
project. After all, somebody has to continue the metal work when a larger piece
that is curved or shaped in an odd fashion is being built.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Compared with other health hazards, lower
back pain is actually a fairly serious one that can be debilitating for many
people in the metal fabrication industry. In fact, it can cause some people to
have to take time from work or even retire entirely.</span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">When Lower Back Pain Gets
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Even if you follow all safety tips, if you
work in the metal fabrication industry, there may not be anything that you can
do to prevent lower back pain from becoming a serious problem. You can take
time off work and even change the way you work, but sometimes back pain
requires the attention of a medical professional.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">When your lower back pain is too much for
your body to bear, you need to seek medical help from somebody who understands
welding and metal fabrication-related back pain at<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US"><a href="http://www.michaelberrydc.com/"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">http://www.michaelberrydc.com/</span></a></span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">for chiropractic care. It may take several treatments for the back
pain to get better but you do need an experienced chiropractor to diagnose your
problem and help you fix it. In rare cases, surgery may even be necessary,
though treatments will try to reduce back pain without unnecessary surgical
intervention.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Getting your back pain checked and treated as
soon as possible is the only way you’re going to get back to your job in the
metal fabrication industry so you can earn the money you deserve.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Don’t leg nagging lower back pain be a
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Electronic devices like smartphones, tablets
and computers are obviously made up of hardware that has to be built in a
certain way. While manufacturers definitely go out of their way to make sure
that the hardware that they are making isn’t particularly vulnerable, there are
still viruses and attacks that can occur. After all, hardware isn’t exactly
protected by a <a href="http://blog.continental-ind.com/metal-fabrication-process-advantages/">metal fabrication process</a> like a chain link fence.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeUoGF99_mMzk6ZcvQKzG-pd0KsJgDKC397kj2mfe7BIiLM5zVhbAkuHJn3kfiLRGZ02Hs6OHWXW4jn0ibkN_OcO6XvTemJoO3r1kiHSaleFJ0uUQbppTPDl4YWBGeR9VpXvBfDJP0yBY/s1600/Protect+Hardware+from+viruses+and+attacks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Protect Hardware from viruses - attacks" border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeUoGF99_mMzk6ZcvQKzG-pd0KsJgDKC397kj2mfe7BIiLM5zVhbAkuHJn3kfiLRGZ02Hs6OHWXW4jn0ibkN_OcO6XvTemJoO3r1kiHSaleFJ0uUQbppTPDl4YWBGeR9VpXvBfDJP0yBY/s1600/Protect+Hardware+from+viruses+and+attacks.jpg" title="Protect Hardware from viruses - attacks" width="600" /></a><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">However, there are some things you can do to prevent hardware attacks or help
you know that they could be an issue for you. It will take a little bit of work
on your part, but it’s well worth the effort, especially if you’re running
large-scale business hardware that you need to use on a regular basis.</span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Malware
Systems</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Whenever you are using hardware that wasn’t
assembled in house which is obviously the case for most businesses, there is
always the risk of malware being added to the system before you even purchase
and install it in your business. Unfortunately, it’s relatively hard to detect
malware and you may not even know it is there once you install the piece of
hardware and verify it. In fact, malware can lie dormant for a long period of
time before it becomes active and damages your system.</span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">While malware that gathers small bits of user
information isn’t a problem for most business or individuals, it can be a major
issue for companies that have secrets from competitors or major clients who
require them to keep confidential records. These malware problems are
particularly difficult for the military and government installations where
serious defense-based information is often stored could be a matter of public
safety.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Allow
a Tech Go Over </span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">To deal with malware installed in pieces of
hardware, the best thing you can do is to have a tech go over the hardware in
order to make sure that nothing conspicuous is installed. That’s exactly what
the US government and other major companies will do when installing a piece of
hardware into their system for the first time.<br />
<br />
This process typically involves a tech going through a piece of hardware slowly
and thoroughly to make sure that the components match the list supplied by the
manufacturer and that they match the schematic.<br />
<br />
While a novice can’t do this task, the average technician who is worth their
salt should be able to do this fairly quickly and without charging you a large
amount of money for the job. An in-house IT person may even be able to do it
for you if they are familiar with how hardware schematics read and how the
layout of most pieces of hardware goes.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Testing
Facility</span></b>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The other option for checking hardware is to
install it in a separate place, something like a testing facility. That way it
won’t be linked to all of your other pieces of hardware immediately and won’t
be likely to cause damage.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Physical
Attacks</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">We don’t often think of physical attacks on
our hardware systems but they do occur in the business world all the time,
whether they are acts of vandalism or acts of sabotage. While you may not be
able to prevent somebody from accessing your systems, even if you try very hard
– there are ways to help keep physical attacks from damaging your very
expensive hardware.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The simplest way to keep physical attacks
from costing you a lot of money is to use metal fabrication services to build
cages or fences around your large areas of hardware. All major businesses do
this for important servers and places where data is stored. <br />
<br />
Metal fabrication isn’t that expensive of a cost in the long run and for any
business that has important information that doesn’t need to get into the wrong
hands, it’s important to use metal fabrication services. Most <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/services">metal fabrication services</a> can also build custom lock-type boxes for pieces of hardware if you
don’t have enough to fill a whole room, or using an entire metal cage would be
ridiculous. These cost more per unit but if you don’t have much hardware, they will
obviously cost you less than a cage in the long run.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Whatever you do, making sure your hardware is
protected from physical attacks is just as important as making sure it’s protected
from malware.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-49008693118005849442014-07-16T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T03:28:43.483-07:00Concrete Saw Cutting: Why Use a Handheld Tool<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">When it comes
to serious tools, you may already be familiar with what a concrete saw can do
in your workshop. However, many people aren't particularly familiar with the
idea of a handheld concrete saw. While it might seem like there’s a big
learning curve when it comes to using a handheld concrete saw cutting tool, it
really isn't as complex as you might think if you’re familiar with using power
tools. Handheld tools also have a variety of benefits that you may not be
familiar with in and outside of your workshop.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Keep reading to
learn more about why you should invest in a handheld concrete saw cutting tool
as soon as possible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Convenience<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">The most
important factor when it comes to why you should be using a handheld concrete
cutting tool is that they are simply much more convenient than a walk-behind
concrete saw in almost every single case. While walk-behind concrete saws are
generally a bit more powerful, this likely isn't something you need unless
you’re working for the city breaking up whole sidewalks in an afternoon!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Ease-of-Use<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">A walk-behind
concrete saw is ideal for cutting huge pieces of stone or cement into workable
ones. However, if you’re not doing that and you’re working with tile or any
smaller piece of stone, you’ll need something that’s easier to work with.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">A handheld
concrete saw makes small jobs – which are the ones most people outside of
government or huge contractors do – much easier and quicker. In fact, small jobs
like cutting tile or granite for something like a bathroom floor or trim work
are nearly impossible.<br /><br /><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; text-align: justify;">A walk-behind
concrete saw also takes considerably more time to master and will cost you a
lot more money. Worst of all, you probably won’t need it!</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-72871930948228109712014-07-09T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T03:59:39.275-07:00The Myriad Benefits of Silk Screening<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Silk screening is a process you’re already likely to be
familiar with, at least when it comes to things like posters and t-shirts.
However, silk screening can be very useful for more than just those basic items
even if that’s what you think the process is mostly reserved for.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">What Are the
Myriad Benefits of Silk Screening?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The truth is that all sorts of things can be silk
screened, including <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/">metal products</a> and items that are larger than what you
think might pass through a typical silk screening machine. Hand silk screening
is also beneficial for all sorts of artistic projects. It could be the right
process for you whether you’re making album covers, t-shirts, posters, metal
products like tins or containers, or almost anything else for that matter.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Here are some primary benefits of silk screening that
makes it an ideal choice for all kinds of printing work:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">When
the process is broken down, the cost of silk screening a single item is
actually very low when done on a commercial scale. For many smaller businesses
that make a product, silk screening helps make doing the job possible and
affordable.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Silk
screening is also cost-effective for individuals or small groups making items
like t-shirts, album covers or even posters to promote an event.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">One
of the biggest benefits of silk screening is the fact that it can be done on
many materials. Metal, wood, paper, plastic, fabric, and wood can all go
through a silk screening machine with ease. Hand silk screening can actually be
done on almost any material regardless of the size or thickness.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><b> </b></span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; text-align: justify;">Silk
screening can be used by a company to help mark small parts when the identity
of the market might otherwise be lost. For many companies that make parts that
will go into larger electronics or other such items, silk screening is an
invaluable process.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-38285908162448900572014-07-03T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T04:03:25.808-07:00How to Mint Money by Recycling Plating Tank Scrap<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Everybody
knows that precious metals have value, and if you work with them you’re
probably already familiar with that particular value. However, if you’re
running a company that does electroplating or you’re simply in the business,
you may be able to save money on your process or make a considerable amount of
cash. After all, recycling plating tank scrap can yield you a considerable
amount of money over time if you understand the process and how to go about it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Keep
reading to learn more about the process and how you can make some real money
<a href="http://blog.continental-ind.com/going-green-steel-fabricators-pioneered-recycling/" target="_blank">recycling plating</a> tank scrap.
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Process?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">If
you’re going to make money recycling plating tank scrap it’s a good idea to
understand how the actual process works so you can get the most out of it.
Believe it or not, it’s actually a relatively simple process that almost anyone
can understand, even if actually doing it is a little bit more difficult.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">During
the electroplating process, two metallic parts are put into an electrolyte
solution. This electrolyte solution contains a variety of ingredients, but for
this process, the most important ones are dissolved metal salts and an array of
chemicals that allow charged atoms to pass through.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The
first of the metal parts in the process is typically gold or silver, a type of
anode, but other metals that you want to apply to the surface in the plating
process can be used as well. This process is typically used to make jewelry
with gold and silver.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The
second of the metal parts is known as the cathode, or the item that you are
planning on plating. Examples of a common cathode include something like a cell
phone cover, piece of jewelry like a necklace of watch band or even a household
item.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">After
the cathode is added to the tank an electrical current is supplied throughout
to cause the atoms in the anode to dissolve in the electrolyte solution and
eventually bond with the cathode.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">The
process is relatively simple and that’s how manufacturers make everything from
jewelry to belt buckles in many places.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Ideally,
you hope that the metal you want to stick to your plating subject will stick
easily and without waste. Unfortunately this rarely happens since metals simply
aren’t that precise. That’s why some metal often remains in and on the edges of
the tank.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">While
the material that remains inside your plating tank may not look quite like the
gold you’re used to, the substance left behind could contain significant
amounts of those materials whether you realize it or not. If you simply discard
that material, you’ll be wasting it and spending money that doesn’t actually go
toward the plating process.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Unfortunately,
removing the chemicals and other trace elements from the gold or silver yourself
so that you can use the precious metals in the electroplating process again is
nearly impossible for the average plating company or business that does
electroplating.</span></div>
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That doesn’t mean you should simple discard what remains in your tanks after
the plating process is complete.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">How to Make Money Off Recycling
Plating Tank Scrap <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">During
the electroplating process, precious metals are likely to be left in your tanks
after the cathode has been coated. <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">Precious metals</a> like silver and gold can
also stick in your filter screens, in drain pipes and even on sensors inside
your tanks. Sometimes precious metals even wind up in a sludge-like material
that seems like nothing but waste.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">The
easiest way you can make sure you aren’t losing out on significant amounts of
money during the electroplating process is to hire a qualified smelting and
refining service to inspect your tanks and general process. These services have
the tools to help you reclaim all of the scrap in your tanks so that it won’t
go to waste.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Best
of all, smelting and refining services can help you to properly clean your
tanks while paying you for the scrap that they pull out. That means that you
don’t have to pay a crew to clean your tanks and you’ll be able to cash in on
something that you would have otherwise thrown away.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-57213481903036978192014-06-25T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T04:06:17.773-07:004 Common Mistakes That Impede Successful Product Design<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Product design involves contribution from several quarters and thus there are a number of pitfalls that can be encountered in the process. Understanding some of the common mistakes that impede successful <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/engineering-and-design">product design</a> can make a whole difference to you and thus save you time and money. Here are some of the common mistakes to avoid.</div>
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<b>Self-centering your product.</b> This is a common practice among many people though it’s a vice that should be totally discouraged. While designing your product, you ought to understand that you will not be the only one using it and thus you should have other peoples’ views incorporated for a better final output.</div>
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<b>Prioritizing on product features.</b> This is another grave mistake committed by most people while designing their product(s). They focus so much on adding too many features on their product(s) thinking that they will impress the user(s) only to achieve the contrary. The best thing to do is to develop the initial version of your product then build on it with time based on the user feedback you receive. This will help you come up with user-friendly features.</div>
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<b>Lack of collaboration.</b> Though your financial muscle might be less powerful as you start, you should not have one person doing everything so as to lower your budget. This will only lower the quality of your final product due to lack of solid views and specialty that others can contribute.</div>
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<b>Copying.</b> This is where the trap lies. After conceiving your product idea, you might come across other products that are closely related to yours and see it as an opportunity for you to steal ideas from them. This can only add problems to you because without proper strategy and real data on how to add the “stolen ideas”, you will end up producing undesirable product(s).</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-76617596907640214302014-06-16T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T04:08:45.035-07:00Sheet Metal for Your Home: Settle for Nothing But the Best<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Sheet metal is an important material that is used for different types of construction. You may think that <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">sheet metals</a> are made of steel or aluminum but the fact is a variety of metal types are used to make them. Copper and titanium are also used to make this essential construction material. Finding the best one depends on your requirements as well as your budget.
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<b>Choosing the best sheet metal for your home</b><br />
Finding the perfect sheet metal for your home is crucial and you can choose the best out of the following:<br />
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Aluminum and steel are commonly used by many homeowners. This is because they are easily available. You do not need to go through a wide search for them. They are also very affordable, making them ideal for many homes. If your budget is tight, aluminum or steel metal sheets are best for your home.</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Copper metal sheets are known due to their unique properties that are galvanic and they are more expensive than the ones mentioned above. This means that they are far more resistant to erosion that is caused when they come in contact with electrolyte-agitated metals. This means that other metals can erode when they come into contact with copper metal sheets. However, this is not a major problem as it can be easily avoided with good planning.</li>
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<li style="text-align: justify;">Titanium metal sheets are popular due to their resistance to temperatures. They are also strong and efficient. Many homeowners choose this type of metal sheet for their homes due to its high resistance to heat and also the fact that it has a high ratio when it comes to weight to tensile strength. This is also an expensive type when it comes to metal sheets but it is growing in popularity among many homeowners everywhere.</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-38861109798671741032014-05-23T07:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T04:13:10.820-07:005 Useful Tips to Prevent Eye Injuries While Welding<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify;">To whom it may concern,
occupational health is one of the things mostly advocated for. For those
working in the <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/welding" target="_blank">welding industry</a>, you all understand the importance of protecting
your eyes against injuries. Statistics show that eye injuries account for more
than one quarter of all welding related injuries thus making them to be the
most common. Here are 5 tips on how to best protect your eyes while on the job.</span><br />
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Use a welder’s helmet</span></b><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">.</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> A welder’s helmet can help protect
against flying debris that can easily enter your eyes. Since there are
quite a number of these types of helmets on the market, it is always good
to consult with your employer or helmet supplier to get the one that meets
your protection needs.</span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Use safety goggles with side
shields.</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> It is
recommended for welders in the gas welding field to use safety goggles
with a shade rating between 3 and 8. Similarly for arc welding, wearing a
pair of safety goggles beneath your shield is always advisable.</span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Avoid reflective surfaces.</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> Reflective surfaces at welding
places produce light that can damage your eyes no matter the distance. It
is therefore advisable that you cover such surfaces so as to minimize the
amount of light they reflect into your eyes.</span></div>
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protective gears like helmets, it might be quite difficult for you to
notice all items that pose risks to you and others at your work place. It
is therefore advisable that you keep all obstacles safe in order to
minimize the risks they pose.<br /></span></li>
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will not only enhance your workplace safety but will also help your workmates
and workers stay safe.</span></span></li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08893529075267413682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008441629868824757.post-69007595776101961542014-05-09T19:00:00.000-07:002016-09-30T04:15:47.571-07:00Going Green: Steel Fabricators Who Pioneered Recycling<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Despite popular belief, recycling in the <a href="http://www.continental-ind.com/" target="_blank">steel industry</a> is nothing new. It’s been around for considerably longer than recycling has been popular. This is in large part because of the methods used to produce steel and the way those methods affect the product and profits. There are two primary ways to make steel: <br />
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BOF, or basic oxygen furnace, which is used to make roughly 40% of current US steel. BOF uses considerably less recycled steel, at only a quarter to 35%.<br />
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EAF, or electric arc furnace, which is used to make roughly 60% or the current market. Compared to BOF, EAF uses nearly 100% recycled steel.<br />
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No matter which method you use, you will have to use older steel to make the product. It has led to a drive to exempt the industry from LEED requirements. Both of the methods use more recycled steel than required by LEED regulations, so it seems to be an unnecessary administrative process to those familiar with producing steel. <br />
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Recycling of steel goes beyond simply reusing it in the production of new steel as well. Because of regulations for disposal of metals, steel producers have <a href="http://blog.continental-ind.com/going-green-steel-fabricators-pioneered-recycling/">recycled scrap metal</a> for a very long time. Any remaining metal can be sold as scrap, and while it does not make much, it does mean that the material is recycled as well as bringing in a little extra money.<br />
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The steel industry has been following many of the current recycling standards for far longer than those actions have been called “green.” The industry is unique and since resources are harder to acquire than things like cloth or cardboard, those who make it have been more concerned with reducing, reusing, and recycling as part of making a quality product at the least cost.</div>
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