There are different processes available for cutting metal. Some manufacturing companies use torch cutting, whereas others use plasma cutting. Torch and plasma cutting both revolve around heat to slide through metal. Another cutting process, however, is shearing. Shearing supports many … Read More

Slip hooks and shackles are commonly used in material handling applications. Companies in the construction, manufacturing and even maritime industries frequently use them to lift heavy objects. They can connect a slip hook or shackle to a heavy object. And … Read More

When researching some of the different types of springs, you may come across garter springs. Gartner springs are designed to store mechanical energy — just like all other springs. They consist of a coiled piece of metal that, when compression, … Read More

Fluid-filled hoses are often connected to machinery with a clamp. In a typical car or truck, for instance, clamps are used to connect coolant hoses to the radiator and motor. Clamps don’t just hold the coolant hoses in place; they … Read More

Vulcanization is a common manufacturing process used to create gaskets. It involves the use of heat, adhesive and pressure to bond two ends of rubber together. The combination of these three elements essentially fuses the rubber together, thereby forming a … Read More

Congratulations Sam Hecht on being Employee Of The Month for June 2021 Sam joined the Monroe team on 7/21/20. We brought him in to help our Warsaw store that was struggling from a lack of leadership.  In the last year … Read More

When exploring some of the different types of hinges, you may encounter gate hinges. They are commonly used to connect gates to a post or wall. Gates, of course, operate in a similar way as doors. You can swing them … Read More