The modern world is full of noise. Whether it is the manufacturing industry or just working in a home garage, noise is pretty everywhere, created by various machines that allow us to carry out our daily duties. Such tools include an air compressor, which is an invaluable machine for any serious DIY, as well as … Read more
A green and soft lawn is a great thing. An unkempt lawn looks unhealthy and unattractive, which is why it is important to look after your lawn. Basic maintenance practices such as cutting grass, removing unwanted plants and watering plants can make a big difference in as far as growing and keeping a healthy lawn … Read more
Choosing the appropriate generator for your specific needs is a must regardless of whether you are preparing for unexpected emergencies, or you just want to deal with the issue of backup electricity once and for all. The hardest thing about preparing for the unknown is determining exactly what you require. After all, it is tough … Read more
Eye injuries are the most common type of injuries reported by most welders and they account for about 25% of all welding injuries. Although most of these injuries can be reversed, some are far more serious and can lead to irreversible visual impairment. Fortunately, eye injuries can be prevented and controlled by selecting and using … Read more
Today, there are several types of welding processes some of which are quite simple while others are somehow complicated. There are, however, four standard welding processes that every beginner welder should be aware of. These are; MIG Welding TIG Welding Stick Welding Arc Welding Each of these processes have unique benefits and shortcomings, as there … Read more
Getting the right type of air compressor and the one that suits your needs is very important as in the long run it will help you save on time and money. However, it can get pretty confusing to choose from the many types and models available in the market today. The debate of which compressor … Read more
Welding defect can be defined as any deviation in size and shape of the given metal structure in regards to technical and design requirements. The deviation can be caused by process limitation in terms of wrong welding process/technique or due to certain human behavior. Welding defects can occur at any stage of the welding process … Read more
Grinders are handheld rotary tools and they come in various types and sizes. They are some of the most versatile tools and they can be used for larger projects or for precision tasks that requires you to make fine details. Such rotary tools include the popular angle grinder and the least familiar die grinder. The … Read more
Ideally, an air compressor is a tool that is responsible for converting power into potential energy which is stored as compressed air. It is a recent innovation as many tools used to draw their power from a centralized source where power would be transferred in different method depending on the tool being powered. Today, however, … Read more
Stick Welding is basically a slogan term used to describe Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) which is also known as manual metal arc welding (MMAW) or flux shielded arc welding. The use of the word stick is adopted from the fact that the electrode that is used to do the welding is designed as a … Read more