Understanding Hinge Binding and What Causes It

It’s frustrating when you install a new door hinge, only to discover that the door will no longer fully open or close. Door hinges should facilitate a smooth opening and closing action. If you encounter resistance, you may be dealing … Read More

What Affects the Load Capacity of Drawer Slides?

Drawer slides make it easy to open and close drawers. Also known as drawer runners, they are metal rails on which drawers glide. Some drawer slides, however, can handle more weight than others. There are drawer slides with a load … Read More

Understanding Oil Seals and How They Work

Oil seals play an important role in many machines and industrial equipment. Oil is commonly used as a lubricant. It reduces friction so that machinery parts can move more smoothly and with less resistance. Leaks, however, can result in the … Read More

The Beginner’s Guide to PV Wire

Solar panels offer a renewable source of power for homeowners and business owners alike. Consisting of flat cells — typically silicon-based cells — they convert sunlight into electricity. Exposure to sunlight will release electrons from within the panels’ semiconductor material, … Read More

Understanding the Parts of a Ball Plunger

Ball plungers offer a reliable solution for indexing and positioning applications. By default, they remain in a closed position. When pressed against a part, however, ball plungers will retract. With their spring-loaded retraction mechanism, ball plungers can position and lock … Read More

Employee of the Month: Fabi Medina

Congratulations to Fabi Medina on being Employee of the Month for April 2025!!! We are happy to announce Fabi Medina as employee of the month! Her attention to detail, strong communication skills, and willingness to go above and beyond make … Read More

Solid Core vs Hollow Core O-Rings: What’s the Difference?

When shopping for O-rings, you may come across the terms “solid core” and “hollow core.” They are used to describe the internal energizer. All encapsulated O-rings have a component that imparts memory to the seal. Known as an internal energizer … Read More