For some people, a kitchen is merely a place to eat quick meals and socialize. For others, it's like an experimental laboratory where you can cook, create, and plan large meals on a daily basis. If you fall into the latter category, then you understand that the kitchen environment is just as important as the recipe that you are making for the day. As you look into a variety of kitchen upgrades, it's a good idea to skip out on the cookie-cutter store offerings and consider custom designs instead.
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As the owner of a small metal fabrication shop, your beveling tool is probably one of the most important pieces of equipment in your shop. It is a tool that is used often and will eventually need to be replaced with a newer machine in order to keep up with technological advancements and the changing demand of customers. Keep reading to spot 5 signs that it's time for you to replace your current beveling system with a new and improved model.
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Regular oil changes should be performed on most air compressors, especially those that are heavily used in a shop environment. Failing to do so or using the wrong type of oil can have bad consequences for the operation and lifespan of your compressor. That is why you should understand the importance played by air compressor oil as well as how to properly perform an oil change. Below is more information on lubricants and a step-by-step guide to changing the oil inside your shop's compressor:
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If you've recently purchased a used or rebuilt motorcycle, you may still be tuning it and tinkering with it in anticipation of getting it back on the road. Unfortunately, for motorcycles that have had a rough go of things under previous ownership, even experienced mechanics may have trouble preventing power surges or other misfires while the engine is warming. If this is the case, having your motorcycle tuned with the help of a dynanometer (dyno) may be the answer.
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Whether you own a private dirt road or share an unpaved road with neighbors, chances are the issue of dust control has come up at some point. Road dust seems harmless at first glance, but it can actually pose a wide variety of health, environmental and engineering dangers. Not only does uncontrolled road dust make it harder to see oncoming traffic and other obstacles, but it can also trigger allergies and other respiratory ailments in vulnerable people.
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