What Are Bar Knobs and How Do They Work?

Industrial knobs come in a variety of styles. Lobed knobs, for instance, are characterized by a star shape with five or six points, whereas instrument knobs are small and cylindrical. A lesser-known style, however, is bar. Bar knobs are commonly … Read More

The Beginner’s Guide to Portable Cord

When shopping for electrical cable, you may come across portable cord. It’s commonly used for power tools, lighting, computer systems, audio and stage equipment, industrial machines and more. Like all electrical cable, portable cord is designed to carry electricity. Portable … Read More

Understanding Solar Panel Efficiency Ratings

When researching solar panels, you may come across efficiency ratings. Some solar panels have an efficiency rating of just 10%, whereas others boast an efficiency rating of over 20%. You can expect to pay more for highly efficient solar panels, … Read More

Employee of the Month: Ryan Young

Congratulations to Ryan Young on being Employee of the Month for October 2025!! Ryan’s strong leadership, proactive mindset, and commitment to efficiency make him an invaluable part of the team. He expertly manages multiple priorities, keeping operations running smoothly while … Read More

Right-Hand vs Left-Hand Screw Threads

Threads are a common feature shared by all screws. Whether it’s a wood screw, machine screw, drywall screw, sheet metal screw or any other type of screw, it will feature helical ridges. Known as threads, these ridges act like teeth. … Read More

The Beginner’s Guide to Ring Magnets

When most people think of magnets, they envision traditional square- or rectangular-shaped permanent magnets. Magnets, however, are available in a wide range of shapes, including ring. Ring magnets produce a magnetic field that allows them to attract ferromagnetic materials, but … Read More

Understanding Elastic Fatigue in Coil Springs

Springs are mechanical devices that store, as well as release, energy. The most common type, coil springs, consist of a single piece of coiled metal. When exposed to a load, coil springs will store the energy will simultaneously exerting their … Read More