Employee of the Month: Lisa Campion

Congratulations Lisa Campion on being Employee of the Month for April 2023 Nomination Lisa is a powerhouse at the Manitowoc location; she is one of the hardest-working people we’ve ever encountered, and she maintains a great positive attitude even when … Read More

What Are Cowl Vents and How Do They Work?

Cowl vents are commonly found on cars, trucks, tractors, buses and other vehicles. Also known as dorade boxes, they are designed to facilitate airflow. You can find cowl vents in different sizes and styles, but they all allow air to … Read More

Magnetic Catches: What Materials Are They Made Of?

Magnetic catches offer a convenient fastening mechanism for cabinets, drawers and other lightweight objects that require opening. As their name suggests, they use magnetism to hold objects together. By default, the cabinet or drawer will remain closed. You can pull … Read More

What Is the Bore in a Handwheel and Why Is It Important?

When shopping for handwheels, you may notice that some of them feature a bore. Handwheels are commonly used in adjustment applications that require a turning force. You can connect them to a machine or equipment, after which you can use … Read More

A Crash Course on Copper Crash Bar Covers

If you own or manage a commercial building, you may want to invest in copper crash bar covers. Offices, restaurants, retail stores and other commercial buildings often have crash bars on their doors. Rather than pulling a handle, visitors can … Read More

The Beginner’s Guide to Plastic Living Hinges

Hinges come in a variety of styles. While you might be familiar with traditional styles consisting of two leaks and an integrated knuckles, there are other styles that often go unnoticed, such as plastic living hinges. Plastic living hinges don’t … Read More

Extruded Rubber Seals: Everything You Need to Know

Rubber extrusion is a common manufacturing process. It involves the use of an extrusion machine to create rubber products. In addition to electrical connectors and grommets, rubber extrusion is used to make seals. Here’s everything you need to know about … Read More