When using a magnet around heat, you should be aware of its Curie temperature. Magnets are susceptible to heat-related demagnetization. Whether it’s a ceramic or rare-earth magnet, exposure to excessively hot temperatures may cause it to lose its magnetic properties. … Read More

Ever wonder what factors affect the load capacity of a hinge? Hinges are commonly used on heavy objects, such as doors and gates. As mechanical bearings, they connect objects to an adjacent surface while allowing for a limited angle of … Read More

Not all casters feature a single wheel. Some of them have two wheels. Known as dual-wheel casters, they offer some key advantages over their single-wheel counterparts. Here’s everything you need to know about dual-wheel casters and when to use them. … Read More

Screws are one of the most popular types of fasteners. Consisting of a threaded body or “shank” with a pointed tip, they are used to hold two or more objects together. Driving a screw through a set of objects will … Read More

If you regularly transport heavy materials or objects, you may want to invest in a quad steer trailer. Also known as a four-wheel steer trailer, it features a flat platform-like deck with four wheels on the bottom. Unlike with traditional … Read More

Congratulations to Jillian Oberts on being Employee of the Month for March 2025!! We are thrilled to recognize Jillian Oberts as Employee of the Month! Jillian has been a standout employee since she started. Her ability to translate complex ideas … Read More

When shopping for latches, you may come across paddle latches. They are commonly used on doors, cabinets, access panels, toolboxes, lids and other objects. Like other types of latches, they allow you to open and close the objects on which … Read More