It is always amazing to walk around town and see these magnificent buildings with perfect cylindrical pillars. One question that most people have is how construction workers manage to get such flawless margins. Well, the answer can be derived from the use of formatubes which are perfectly crafted to ensure that the cylindrical figures get that perfect shape. A formatube can be described as a cardboard tube which has been designed specifically for construction workers to pour concrete columns either above or below the ground.…
Car lifts are installed for use in a range of different situations; show rooms, garages, condos and private homes are just a few examples of where they can be found. These elevators provide a stylish solution to inner city parking, or in areas where it otherwise would be inaccessible to park a car, such as in basements or even on rooftops. Their compact design and ease of use allows for private, secure access parking, but it also saves enormous amounts of space in densely populated or built up areas - which also saves money, too.…
Laser cutting has become an indispensable application due to its versatility and simplicity in cutting through different materials such as metal, wood and plastic. CNC laser cutting devices are often automated to increase the speed of production, thereby enabling users to deliver finished products to clients as quickly as possible. Bottom line aside, the astonishing speed at which a laser machine works can be a potential danger to the operator or any other person in the workshop if caution is thrown to the wind.…
Many fabrication shops have a variety of metal cutting equipment at the disposal of operators. However, this abundance of options often makes it a daunting task for inexperienced fabricators to select the most appropriate metal cutting technology for a given task. This article discusses some of the factors that you should consider in order to make a quick decision about which machine you should use.
Metal Thickness
As a general rule, opt for a plasma cutter or a laser cutter when you want to cut very thin materials.…
If you’re thinking about buying a plastic laser cutting machine, there are several options on the market. To ensure you get the most out of your laser cutter, you may want to look for certain key features. Take a look at this list.
1. Integration With Graphic Design Software
Most laser cutting machines work along with graphic design software. If you are particular to a certain type of design software, you may want to choose a laser cutting machine that is compatible with that type of software.…
Brand recognition is a hugely important factor for the success of any business, and one of the easiest ways to raise your company’s profile is by raising clear, attractive signs around your business premises. However, there are practically a limitless array of sign designs and construction methods to choose from, and it can be difficult to decide just how you want your signs to be made.
Laser engraved signs are hugely popular, used by businesses the world over to raise their visual profile, and the advantages of choosing laser engraved signs make them an attractive option for virtually any type of business.…
Choosing a welding machine for the first time may be challenging because typically, no single welding machine is designed for all applications. For instance, different welding machines are designed for different kinds of metal. One excellent way to finding the perfect welding machine for your use is knowing the various types available. This guide will help you understand the most popular welding machines available and when to best use them.
Stick Welding Machines…
If you run an industrial facility, a laboratory or any other business with a cool room, you rely on that space to keep your materials at the right temperature. If it is not adequately cool, your samples or products may be ruined. If your room is not cool enough, here’s what you should do.
1. Think About Your Door Management
In a busy facility, people are likely going in and out of the cool room on a regular basis.…
If you are planning to venture into the concrete core drilling business, you should be aware that your choice of work equipment will significantly impact the quality of service you will provide to your clients. Though what works for one business might not necessarily work for another, industry leaders often dictate the path that newcomers should take if they want to succeed in their line of business.
Many seasoned concrete contractors operating in Australia use diamond core drill bits for their concrete drilling operations.…
In the 1960s and 1970s, it was not uncommon to see concrete castings operating a lighting column on many suburban streets. Although very hard wearing, such lighting columns are not very attractive in the urban realm. These days, it is much more common to see metal lighting columns. They are lighter than solid concrete and can be designed to provide fixings for light fittings at much greater heights than other materials.…
