5 Reasons Manufacturers Should Use Material Handling Magnets

Also known as a lifting magnet, a material handling magnet is a magnetically powered tool that’s used to lift, manipulate and move heavy loads. A type of electropermanent magnet, it uses an electrical current to activate and deactivate a magnetic … Read More

Benefits of Using Material Handling Solutions in Manufacturing

Defined as the use of automated or semi-automated processes to move and/or manipulate objects between two locations, material handling solutions have become an essential tool used by manufacturing companies. A common example of a material handling solution is a forklift. … Read More

Get to Know the Various Fastener Materials

At OneMonroe, we know that the world couldn’t exist without fasteners. So, let’s get to know the various fastener materials. It’s really amazing how fasteners can do so many different things depending on what they are made out of and … Read More

Common Uses For Flexible Magnets and Magnetic Material

Flexible magnets and magnetic materials are used in a variety of modern-day applications. While you may already know some of these applications, chances are others will surprise you. If you’re still scratching your head wondering what exactly flexible magnets are … Read More

What Is a Balanced Crank Handle?

Crank handles are available in many different styles. Fold-away crank handles, for instance, are characterized by a collapsible design to save space. When you are finished using them, you can fold them down. Stainless steel crank handles, on the other … Read More

4 Facts About Hand Trucks

Hand trucks offer an effective way to transport objects. Also known box carts, they feature a wheeled base. You can place objects on a hand truck, followed by rolling the hand truck to the desired location. Even if you’re familiar … Read More

The Beginner’s Guide to Fillister Head Screws

Screws are often categorized based on their head. Pan head screws have a wide and flat head that resembles a pan, whereas truss head screws have a round head that protrudes out of the surface in which they are installed. … Read More