5 Things to Consider When Choosing Industrial Shears

You don’t have to use a lathe or any other heavy-duty manufacturing machine to cut sheet metal. There are handheld tools available for this purpose. Known as industrial shears, they offer a quick and easy way to cut sheet metal. … Read More

5 Types of Socket Wrenches

Are you planning to buy a new socket wrench? Also known as a socket spanner, it’s an invaluable tool for installing and removing fasteners with a hexagonal head. Socket wrenches offer a superior level of torque when compared to standard … Read More

What Is a Structural Screw?

Screws are commonly in the construction industry to build frames, roofs, walls and other structural components. With many of these components being load bearing, though, certain types of screws are required. Construction companies can’t use cheap or weak screws. Rather, … Read More

What Is a Wing Nut?

Nuts are a common type of fasteners. Consisting of a piece of metal with a threaded hole, they are used in conjunction with a bolt to hold two or more objects together. The bolt is inserted through the objects, after … Read More

5 Things to Consider When Choosing Pull Handles

Pull handles are an essential component of many types of furniture. You can find them on dressers, chests of drawers, cabinets and more. If a piece of furniture has drawers, it will likely have handles. Some machines, in fact, even … Read More

The Benefits of Short-Run Manufacturing

Short-run manufacturing has become increasingly common in recent years. Rather than mass-producing parts, many manufacturing companies produce a smaller number of parts. Known as short-run manufacturing, it offers several benefits over long-run manufacturing. If you’re thinking about embracing short-run manufacturing … Read More

What Are Ball Plug Gages?

Ball plug gages are commonly used with many industrial machines. You can find them on lathes, milling machines, computer-numerical controlled (CNC) machines and more. As shown in the adjacent photo, ball plug gages feature a relatively simple. They essentially consist … Read More