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I've been fortunate, working for manufacturing companies that offer diversity and experience in many disciplines. I just returned from Dongguan, China, where I have lived and worked for the past two years. Dongguan, located in mainland China, is north of Hong Kong. After research and location selection, Dongguan offers a long term solution to outsourcing. Working and living in Dongguan, one acquires knowledge with living, working, and social lifestyles. This is very important; understanding the behavior of the workforce. To understand a company and workforce behavior; one must dig into the very bowels of the company's organizational structure. Too often, managers and company leaders[..]

The mini excavator bucket is the wide square bucket that tilts to capture dirt or dig out an area. It is one of the many attached tools that make mini excavators function efficiently. Construction equipments called loaders are tractors with buckets attached to the front end mast. They are often used for dirt removal, farming and construction works. Excavators are similar to loaders. Both have the buckets at the front and use wheels for work. They are counter weighted by the engine located at their backs. However, excavators are mostly used for digging rather than debris removal or lifting. With other different attachments and the greater versatility of excavators to do many jobs, the[..]

Plasma cutters cut metal using a plasma torch. For it work, plasma (the fourth state of matter) has to be created. Plasma is a super-heated (15,000 degrees Celsius) substance that is a gas and a liquid at the same time. Two things are required to create plasma, a gas and a heat source. Plasma cutters use inert gases (often compressed air) and electricity to create plasma. The plasma cutting equipment is set up so that it creates an electric circuit with the metal that is being cut. When the end of the torch is touched to the metal, the circuit is created and a spark flashes through the nozzle of the plasma torch. This spark travels to the negative electrode in the torch handle and meets[..]

Although you can get engraving materials with a wide variety of color, thickness and finishing options, you may find you want to experiment with the color of the engraving when using engraving equipment. There are a number of approaches you can take. The 3 most popular coloring methods for using engraving equipment include oxidizing, paint stick and paint filling. Oxidizing Oxidizing uses a mild acid to blacken the engraving on brass or aluminum. Since the oxidizing isn't selected on where it works on the engraving equipment, it can only be used on metals that already have some kind of coating that is already removed through the engraving process. Brass has a lacquer coating or a similar[..]

The success of your business depends on logical warehouse plans because this allows you to make the best use of available space. It will also facilitate better inventory control and efficiently coordinate the movement of products in and out of storage. Whether you have an existing warehouse that you would like to optimize or you're moving to an entirely new facility, a thorough plan will ensure that your company's most important needs are met while still staying within the budget. There are several steps in creating a comprehensive storage strategy. 1) Goal setting. Before you begin, it is wise to carefully consider what your warehousing needs are and set some goals for the new design.[..]

Mini excavator is used in the construction sites where contractors and site workers will have easy and precise operations, low cost, and require small number of workers. Using this equipment will make the work simple for utility projects. Mini excavator is used for digging, grading, lifting heavy equipments or items, and compressing. This comes from different sizes, the super compact and the heavy weight. The following are the basic in operating the machines: • Decide what size of the machine you will be using in your project. • Confirm the variety of the machine you are renting and make sure that the customer is allowed to operate the machine. • Familiarize yourself with the machine[..]

Copper itself is not new. In fact, it has been used for thousands of years by humans, mined and crafted into tools to make life easier and simpler. However, a recent surge in interest regarding this versatile and historic metal has yielded even more uses for copper. One of the most interesting of these uses is in hospitals, where copper is proving itself even more useful than we ever could have known. What makes copper so versatile? Before explaining copper's role in hospitals and other healthcare facilities, it is important to understand the unique properties of this reddish-colored metal that set it apart from other metals. There are three attributes that make copper so useful in a[..]

"CNC" in the CNC Controller actually means computer numerical control. It breaks the motion board and controller board. Wherein the one that controls the motion board is through standard PC while Buffer Board centers serial port high speed and have dedicated microcontroller possible to run with CNC equipment that came from the operating system in standard desktop. Meaning, using the programmed instructions sets the machine will be modified to operate for the performance of a specific task. These build commands within the medium storage are encrypted and compared to the machinery pieces which are also controlled mechanically such as operating the hand wheel through a lever. During the[..]

When employees manually wrap pallets, it's difficult to create a tight enough wrap to secure the products on the pallet and far more stretch wrap is used then when the load is wrapped with a stretch wrapper. Hand wrapping is also time consuming and poses a safety hazard due to repetitive bending, stretching, and circling, resulting in back injuries and dizziness. On the receiving end, when unloading the hand-wrapped pallets from a truck, there is nothing more aggravating than encountering products that have been damaged or have fallen off their pallet due to loose stretch wrapping. When items that were supposed to be secure are strewn inside the trailer, product damage occurs, and it not[..]

Of all the innovative ways that certain technologies have offered with human kind, there are things which are delivering good benefits as well as bad ones. There are things that exist specifically for the benefit of manufacturing business, industries, agribusiness, online businesses and the lots. They have improved the way we produce and provide quality products to the valued consumers across the world. But, all of these products are useless and considered as trash because of several reasons that include improper protection and transportation. Material handling equipment is mainly apprehensive of proper storing, protecting and transportation of products along with the release, allotment[..]

When it comes to concrete and construction jobs, you need a great concrete mixer. Sometimes large jobs call for large batch concrete mixers. Construction is happening all over the place and these machines come in handy time and time again for construction companies, landscaping companies and even do-it-yourselfers. For large construction projects, large batch concrete mixers are almost a must-have. You can't complete the processes needed for mixing large quantities of concrete by hand or even with small portable mixers. You will need something bigger and stronger for these jobs. The good news is that there are many options out there for you; you just need to know what they are and how to[..]

What do you do if you have to clean up an acid spill? Read on to discover an easy-to-use acid neutralizer to clean up your spill. Acid neutralizers are an absolute must for cleaning up acid spills. Let's face it, when there's an acid spill, you can't just sweep it under the carpet and leave it for someone else to fix. The best ones are those that make your life easier, like those that have a visible color change to let you know when the job is done. This way, there's no guess work involved and there won't be dangerous mistakes. And avoiding mistakes is crucial when it comes to acids because they are so dangerous. If you handle acids in your facility -- or are a shipping or transportation[..]

Gas regulators are used in welding, torch cutting and laboratory applications. A regulator is attached to a high pressure gas cylinder to step down the pressure. This is the safest way to reduce gas pressure. Gas cylinders usually have 2,000 PSI in them and you must step them down to 20-100 PSI for use with a cutting torch. I have been asked many times in the past what the difference is between single and two stage regulators. I have found that most people think a two stage regulator has two gauges and they leave it at that. But that is simply incorrect. Nearly all regulators have 2 gauges. Here are some of the differences below between a single and two stage regulator. Single stage[..]

Forklifts are very useful for heavy work and this is the reason why people are purchasing forklifts to make their work easy for them. There are many types of forklifts that you can find in the market but it is very important that you go for choosing the right one for you. You would find that there are diesel powered forklift that are used to complete heavy work. It has been seen that people go for buying diesel powered forklift rather than any other forklifts that are found in the stores. But, now the question arises what are the benefits of a diesel powered forklift. Diesel forklifts are stronger According to some users, diesel powered forklifts are very strong as compared to those of[..]

CT what? Computer-to-plate technology (or CTP) allows the printing file to be etched directly to the plate from the computer without the need for negatives, film processing or plate processing. The process effectively cuts out three steps in the platemaking process. CTP has been around now for a number of years and following it's appearance, a significant number of pre-press bureaus found themselves in the unenviable situation of having to replace a large portion of trade business. Many graphic design houses (or pre-press bureaus) provided a pre-press service to printers who did not have the equipment to perform the task themselves. The printers would send the artwork files to the[..]

The Ion beam enhanced deposition (IBED) process is a new metal coating process that can be used to effectively coat tableting punches and dies with a variety of hard, wear and corrosion resistant coatings. IBED coating technology is ideal for use on tableting tooling and has two main advantages over conventional metal coating methods: 1.) IBED coatings can be applied at temperatures that do not exceed 150 degrees Fahrenheit, thus maintaining the original integrity of the tooling, including exact dimensions and bulk hardness. 2.) IBED coatings replicate the tooling's original surface finish exactly, thus eliminating the need for post-coating repolishing. Unlike conventional electro-[..]

A rotary table is described as a precision device used for work positioning. The rotary table which is commonly used in metal work makes it possible for a metal worker to drill. In addition, it enables the metal worker to cut their work on fixed axes at specific intervals. There are different types of rotary tables. Some tables allow users to make use of indexing plates for indexing related operations while others allow users to fit dividing tables which then results in effective work positioning. A rotary table has numerous uses. It may for instance be used for purposes of machining spanner flats on bolts, drilling holes that are equidistant on circular flanges and cutting round pieces[..]

Stereolithography (SLA) is an additive process that uses a vat of liquid UV-curable photopolymer resin and a computer controlled UV laser to build parts one thin layer at a time. The UV laser cures, or, solidifies the part layer and adheres it to each additional layer. After each layer has been cured, the SLA machine lowers the platform by a single layer thickness, typically 0.002" to 0.006". A resin filled sweeper blade then moves across the cured layer recoating it with another layer of uncured resin. Each layer is cured by the laser, curing it and adhering it to the previous layer. This process repeats until the 3-D part is completed. Once complete, the SLA machine raises the platform[..]

Of course, everyone realizes petroleum products are used in the gasoline we fuel our vehicles and in the heating oil we use to keep our homes warm. But did you know petroleum-based components are in medicines, food, plastics, and even in the clothes we wear? Not only is petroleum a source for fuel, but it has many other uses. Petrolatum or better known as petroleum jelly is sometimes blended with paraffin wax and used in medicines and in many toiletries and healing moisturizers. Paints, lacquers, and printing inks all have within them petroleum-based solvents to make them flow better. Besides your automobile engine, all machinery, like the engine in your lawn mower, need lubricating oils[..]

Engineering services are providing Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) engineering services listening carefully on / devoted to Mechanical Drawing, CAD and Design. They are identified for their high quality; cost efficiency and time bound MEP services complemented by high-tech amenities. If we aspire for client pleasure, value adding and customer service. Engineering working is totally process determined and result slanting. They do your best to continually improve and bring up to date our process and systems to continue in tune with the modern technology. Client welcoming mechanical engineering services, suppleness and well-organized project managing has contributed significantly[..]

Custom injection molding has always been a fast moving, chaotic, and challenging business. It also has a high potential for profit, even today, despite the international competition and tight margins. You want to succeed, you see the possibilities, but the global pricing and high expenses make it very difficult. Plastic injection molders are in the almost ideal business to benefit from the lean manufacturing process. If you embrace the entire concept and do not cherry pick the parts that are quick and easy, you will most certainly experience improvements in your operation. The lean manufacturing process is an integrated approach to reducing waste. It could be time or material or anything[..]

The use of hot runner systems is increasing due to the fact that they provide a more efficient method of molding plastic parts. The cost savings can be substantial, and the part quality is very often much better than cold runner. With the increasing sophistication of today's plastic injection molds, the use of hot runners is becoming an industry standard. Many applications simply are not possible with the old standard sprue and cold runner system, and hot runners offer a great way to maintain uniform wall thickness and eliminate knit lines and flow lines. What are some advantages of hot runner systems? - Ability to minimize gate vestige - Uniform wall thickness - Lower cycle[..]

This first thing you'll want to do is develop an actual physical prototype or mock-up of your product. This can be done fairly easily with the right product development company. They will help you design a prototype of your product with as little as a simple drawing or just a descriptive idea that you have in your head. They can design a 3D model of your product and create a physical mock-up using rapid prototyping. Even if you have a certain packaging in mind, they can design that for you too. Next is to test the product and its packaging like it would be used in the actual market. How much the product would be twisted, bent, scratched, dropped, etc. to give you a basic idea of what to[..]

Back in the olden days of mold making, there were obviously no CNC machines and no CAD/CAM programs. Can you imagine that! Just consider, if you have the background to do so, how much is done on the CNC EDM's, WEDM's, vertical machining centers, 5 axis machines, and more. That would be just about everything. Then, consider how much work is done in the design area by the computers and the mold design software! I cannot even remember the last time I saw somebody using a drafting table. One thing that always amazes me is how every single mold has to be hand finished. While it is true that some molds do not require much hand work, they all do, to some degree. If you consider the surface[..]

Leaving a power tool battery on a charger for too long, or even all night long, is one of those simple mistakes any craftsman can make - you plop your battery down to charge, you eat your dinner, you watch Jeopardy or the news, and suddenly you have completely forgotten about that battery charging in the garage or behind the sofa. It happens. Few of us, though, truly realize how just how detrimental this can be to your battery. Overcharging generates an excess amount of heat within the battery and charger that can and will deplete the overall life and general performance of your generally very expensive batteries. Every second your battery is unnecessarily connected to a charging[..]

Its amazing how little preventative maintenance is ever performed within the majority of manufacturing companies today. I am often asked by Maintenance personnel on how other companies take care of there CNC equipment. What's my answer? This is typical if its not broke don't fix it. What I have outlined below is how you can set up a preventive maintenance program based on little knowledge of CNC and maintenance and minimal amount of downtime by covering the most basic and important parts of a PM program. The items below will save you the most money down and prevent a future breakdown. Minimum Basic CNC preventive maintenance program 1. Check your machine oil levels--turret, B-axis, ATC[..]

Although many people have made the switch to hydraulic or gas powered log splitters, there are still many benefits that can be had from an electric wood splitter. Or those who do not need to travel outside of their work area and for those who have a small workload, electric splitters can be the best choice. Below, you will find four advantages that electric log splitters have over the others available on the market today. 1. Cost Less than Other Models One of the main benefits that an electric wood splitter can provide over other products is a lower cost. Electric models can often be purchased beginning at only $600 and generally do not command the high price of the gas powered portable[..]

The automatic pump belongs to a class of technology that has made many everyday tasks much easier. Simply described as a machination that raises or transfers fluids, industrial and civil applications include: drainage, sewage, irrigation, chemical, petroleum, medical, and industrial mill. Though several subcategories exist, there are really only two basic types of pumps: Dynamic and Positive-Displacement. Dynamic pumps convert a high, liquid velocity into a flow passage that diffuses pressure. They are less effective than the other type, but make up for their inadequacy with lower upkeep needs while still operating at high speeds when directly involved with steam turbines and electric[..]

The industry of pressure washing or power washing has never been considered, by most, to be a serious profession. With typically low start up costs, many fly by night companies come and go leaving a bad taste in the mouth of many unsatisfied customers. It happens in all industries, but the pressure washing industry seems to attract almost anybody out of a job or sick of working for the man. A couple hundred dollars and a trip to the local home improvement store to purchase a pressure washer, and they are in business. They hit the road running with the attitude that they are going to be the next millionaire. On a shoestring budget, they print up their own fliers to hang on telephone poles[..]

Have you ever had an idea for a new product or invention? Imagine coming up with a 3D CAD drawing from your concept and then having it mass produced. You get your hands on the final product only to find out that it does not function how it is supposed to! You just wasted a lot of time and a ton of money! This sounds scary doesn't it? So how can you avoid this? The answer is simple. Have a prototype made. There are several benefits of prototypes. As you probably have already realized, one of the major benefits is being able to test your product before production. This makes it possible to prove the overall functionality of your product. If your product does not look, feel or function as[..]

Urethane substance can be processed in hardness from making it extremely sensitive to as hard as a bowling ball or as hard and complex as 85D. The substance can be multifaceted to execute in the temperatures from -90°F to the extent of 200°F. Urethane also provides a high quality, and excellent electrical properties and perfect abrasion resistance, oil, high tear strength, elevated load bearing capacity, weather, and solvent resistance. When you are considering appropriate material for your project, you also need to figure out the properties of the substance being used. Such as, it can handle hardness, resistance, maximum temperature, and exposure of weather, chemicals, UV, oils, and[..]

Complex aluminum parts often leave behind burrs during the manufacturing process. Burrs can be located deep within tough to reach holes, or in more accessible locations along grooves. No matter where they are located, it is necessary to remove these burrs before the product is finished. Hydro de-burring is a process that can the removal of these burrs more efficient, while also making that removal repeatedly consistent as well. Hydro de-burring machines use high-pressure water jets, that direct water at pressures ranging anywhere from 1,500 PSI to 7,500 PSI using from 5 to 30 GPM solution flow to knock away burrs at their root, leaving the part burr free. These machines are able to break[..]