Fasteners are essential for construction projects and, therefore, should be stored under the right conditions. Storing your fasteners under poor conditions can cause damage due to wear and tear. The following conditions may require the replacement of fasteners. Corrosion- iron … Read More

Also known as chromium plating, chrome plating is a finishing process that involves the application of chromium onto the surface of a metal workpiece or object. From wheels to doorknobs and cutlery and vases, it’s used for in a variety … Read More

Have you heard of honing? It’s a machining process used in the manufacturing industry that’s used to improve the texture of a workpiece’s surface. From automotive engines and airplane components to knives and gears, honing is used in a wide … Read More

The terms “plasma cutting” and “laser cutting” are often used interchangeably when referring to the use of hot, high-powered light to cut through workpieces. While similar, though, they aren’t necessarily the same. Plasma cutting and laser cutting use entirely different … Read More

Are you familiar with punch tools? Not to be confused with punch presses or their associated components, punch tools are used extensively in woodworking applications. They are often used in conjunction with other tools, such as a hammer and chisel, … Read More

Drilling is an age-old cutting process that involves the use of a manual or machine-powered tool bit to cut a cross-sectional hole in a workpiece. The tool bit is pressed against the surface of the workpiece, at which point it … Read More

The self-loosening of nuts and fasteners is common in any type of dynamic loads, such as changes in temperature, intense vibrations, or even poor-fitting parts. Such loads often have short term frictionless situations which cause the bolts to unwind from … Read More