A Guide To Adjusting The Pressure Switch When You Have Low Water Pressure In Your Well

11 October 2016
Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

If you are like many people in the United States that depend on the water from your well for all of the needs of your household, the unexpected reduction of water pressure can be disastrous. While your first thought might be that you are running out of water or will need to supplement your existing water source with another unit in the near future, it is important to know how to troubleshoot the problem. Read More

Preventing Aerial Scissor Lift Falls

13 September 2016
Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

Employers are responsible for making sure that employees are aware of how they are supposed to operate a scissor lift. This not only includes the proper operation of the scissor lift itself, but also how to operate the scissor lift without having an accident. There are some scissor lifts that have universal safety considerations regardless of the type of lift. Use Fall Prevention Methods All scissor lifts must have guardrails installed to make sure that workers are protected from falling. Read More

3 Exciting Benefits Of A Metal Roof

16 August 2016
Categories: , Blog

More and more homeowners are exploring alternatives to traditional shingle roofs. Yet others still remain unsure about the wealth of exciting new roofing techniques available today. If you would like to improve your awareness of today's hot new roofing methods, here are three exciting benefits of a metal roof. Lower Year-round Energy Costs People often find it hard to believe that a metal roof could reduce their energy bills--especially in the heat of summer, when it's easy to imagine that large expanse of metal soaking up the heat of the sun. Read More

5 Advantages Of Aluminum Die Casting

19 July 2016
Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

Die casting is one of the more popular methods for creating metal components and parts. This process is often used to manufacturer parts and components for a number of different types of industries, such as automotive, electrical, marine and boating, military, construction, and agriculture. Die casting can be performed with a few different types of alloys, but using aluminum when die casting is preferred by many for several reasons. Some of the advantages of aluminum die casting include: Read More

3 Reasons To Switch To CNC Machining

25 June 2016
Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

CNC machining -- or machining in which a computer is used to control your machinery in a factory setting -- has been on the scene for years. However, many manufacturing plants have relied on manual labor rather than converting to this new method of doing things. If your industrial setting is one of these plants, it might be time to reconsider the option to switch to CNC machining. These are a few benefits that can go along with doing so. Read More

Understanding Metal Fabrication Practices

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Hi, I'm Frances Yorde and I'd like to welcome you to my website. The feeling that comes from fabricating a brand new product from a hunk of raw metal is unlike any other. I love to cut, sand and weld metal parts to create items that my family loves. I often make all of the birthday and holiday gifts for my loved ones by hand using metal materials and fabrication techniques. Using my metal fabrication tools allows me to release pent up stress and frustration that develops during each work week. By updating this site, I hope to share the techniques, tools and materials I use to create my metal items. I strive to inspire others to pick up the metal cutting and welding tools and make their first creation. You can easily learn the skills you need by reading the stories I share. Come back anytime to learn more.