Bearings play an important role in many machines. Consisting of enclosed rings with balls, they are designed to support rotating shafts. Machines with a rotating shaft will often feature a bearing to reduce friction. Bearings, however, are typically used in … Read More

Not all copper cables are the same. While they all feature copper conductors, they are available in different styles, such as ribbon and flex. What’s the difference between ribbon cables and flex cables exactly? What Are Ribbon Cables? Ribbon cables … Read More

When choosing hinges for a humid or moist environment, you should consider the degree to which it’s protected from corrosion. Most hinges are made of metal. Exposure to moisture can trigger oxidation that degrades or destroys the hinge. Some hinges, … Read More

Some machinery adjustment and clamping processes require more torque than others. For high-stress applications such as these, you may want to use a heavy-duty lever arm. They feature a handle that you can grab and turn to adjust the machinery … Read More

When planning a solar panel installation for your home or business, you might be wondering whether to use MC4 connectors. Each solar panel typically requires two connectors. If you install 6 solar panels, for instance, you’ll need a dozen solar … Read More

Congrats to Tim Barbeau on being Employee of the Month for July 2024 We are thrilled to announce that Tim Barbeau has been recognized as our Employee of the Month! Tim Barbeau has been a cornerstone of our OneMonroe team for … Read More

Not all handwheels are made of metal. In addition to stainless steel and cast iron handwheels, there are plastic handwheels. Plastic handwheels are characterized by a thermoplastic construction. They are made of a plastic polymer that becomes softer and more … Read More