A generator is an invaluable investment for any business or home. Whether it is during brownouts, blackouts or permanent electrical faults, you may want to ensure that you have reliable source of backup power. Power outages are costly as they can tend to cut on working hours as well as interfering with appliances that’s keeps … 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
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
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
Welding has safety practices and equipment which are applicable universally and actually, it is a matter of common sense, for example, covering your body. Welding subjects everyone, whether you are a beginner or experienced welder to similar hazards which is why it is important for you to familiarize yourself with ways of improving welding safety … Read more
Brad nailer is one of the most common tools that you will find in the carpentry industry among other applications. This is due to the fact that it saves you a couple of hours daily. However, it is a power tool and just like other power tools, it is very dangerous especially when it is … Read more
What is a Brad Nailer? A brad nailer is a small power tool, usually handheld and it is used to drive brad nails into the designated surface. Brad nails are typically small finishing nails, which are very thin and have very narrow heads, a characteristic that makes them fully embedded into woodworking projects, leaving no … 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
Using rollers for any paint job can be cumbersome and tiring as it is not possible to cover as much space as you may have planned to. In addition, the rollers also leave some marks on the painting surface. This is where an air compressor comes in. An air compressor works together with a paint … Read more