4 Differences between Vertical Sand Mill and Horizontal Sand Mill
The sand mill machine is currently the most widely adaptable, most advanced, and most efficient grinding equipment. The grinding cavity is the narrowest, the gap between the levers is the smallest, and the grinding energy is the most intensive. With the high-performance cooling system and automatic control system, it can achieve continuous material Continuous processing and discharge greatly improve production efficiency. Sand mills, also known as bead mills, are mainly used for wet grinding of chemical liquid products. According to the performance, the sand mill machine can be divided into horizontal sand mills, basket sand mills, and vertical sand mills. Among them, the most widely used are horizontal sand mills and vertical sand mills.

The sand mill machine mainly relies on the high-speed rotation between the grinding medium and the material to carry out the grinding work. Sand mill machines can be divided into vertical sand mills and horizontal sand mills according to their appearance. So are these two just the difference in external form? Let's take a look at the following, what is the difference between them in performance.

Different Processed Products
First, compare it from the difficulty of manufacturing. Since there is no sealing problem during the working process of the vertical sand mill, the manufacturing is easier and the cost is lower. Therefore, vertical sand mills are more suitable for manufacturing products with relatively low product requirements but high output requirements.

On the contrary, the manufacturing cost of the horizontal sand mill is relatively high, but it can ensure the tightness of the material, and the material will not be contaminated during the processing, so the purity of the product can be guaranteed. Horizontal sand mills are more suitable for grinding products that require high precision and fineness.
Different Grinding Fineness
From the point of view of the fineness of the grinding. After the grinding medium in the grinding cavity of the vertical sand mill is affected by gravity, the filling rate of the medium is low, and the distribution is uneven, which becomes the unsatisfactory grinding effect. The horizontal sand mill can well overcome the influence of gravity on the medium, so it has a better grinding effect and can meet the fineness requirements of the product.
Cost of Processing Materials
To compare the cost of using vertical sand mill machine and horizontal sand mill machine. When the vertical sand mill is stopped, the grinding medium is deposited on the bottom of the grinding cavity. If the machine is turned on, the blade and the beads will generate strong friction. And because the grinding beads are too concentrated, it is easy to cause broken beads (grinding media fragmentation).

On the contrary, the horizontal sand mill can greatly reduce the occurrence of such things. Because the contact surface between the grinding medium and the blade in the horizontal sand mill is larger, the grinding beads will not be too concentrated.

Different Equipment Manufacturing Materials
Analyze from the material aspect of the horizontal sand mill machine and vertical sand mill machine.
Vertical sand mills generally use ordinary materials, while horizontal sand mills generally use better materials. Generally, the material used in the horizontal sand mill is tungsten carbide metal material. The horizontal sand mill is to place the vertical sand mill horizontally. But, due to the influence of gravity and the difference in manufacturing materials, there are many differences in the products produced.

They all have their own advantages. In general, the production cost and use cost of vertical sand mill machines are lower; but horizontal sand mill machines can produce higher quality products. As a customer who purchases equipment, we can only choose the right equipment if we understand their respective characteristics and the differences between them.
How a Handheld Mixer Works
To use a handheld mixer, you first plug it in and attach two balloon whisks. Place the mixer in your bowl of ingredients and select the speed setting you want. Turn it on by pushing a switch. The whisks start to rotate due to an electric motor inside the device. The whisks will mix, beat or whip the ingredients, depending on your speed setting. They will also incorporate air into your ingredients, giving them a "fluffier" texture. You often move the bowl while using your mixer, to make sure every ingredient is thoroughly mixed.
How a Stand Mixer Works
A stand mixer works similar to a handheld, with the difference that you attach a bowl (often a stainless steel bowl) to it and you do not have to hold the mixer. After affixing the bowl to the mixer, you add the preferred attachment (such as a dough hook for bread ingredients) and select the desired speed setting. You then flip the switch, and a large motor will rotate the attachment. Let it work as long as it needs. You may have to scrape the attachment during the mixing, such as when too much of the dough sticks to the hook.
Owning a business that needs filling satchels and bottles requires a proper filling machine. These machines help you in filling hundreds of bottles in less time. It increases the flow of your work. There are many filling machines available in the market based on different technologies. However, you should buy the one that is required for your company. It will improve your company’s workability.
Below are different types of filling machines, listed and discussed, about which you should know.
Liquid filling machines
They are water filling machines that are used to fill beverages. One of the most significant advantages of this machine is that it disperses the perfect amount of liquid to be filled.
Usage: It is used to fill all sorts of liquids, including water, alcoholic beverages, aerated drinks, sauces, cooking oil, soup, salad dressings, and many more things.
These machines are available with various specializations. They are:
Manual liquid filling machine
Semi-automatic liquid filling machine
Automatic water filling machine
Inline liquid filling machine
Rotary liquid filling machine
Piston liquid filling machine
Powder filling machines
These machines are made using spiral feeding technology that enables proper filling with zero-drip. They are ideal for filling powdered and granulated items, which are both free-flowing and non-free-flowing.
Free-flowing items include granulated sugar and table salt. They are items that cannot retain their shape when external pressure is added. Non-free-flowing items include powdered milk and brown sugar. They are products that can retain their shape even after high compression.
Usage: They are used to fill packets of additives, starch, pesticides. Certain cosmetic products are also packed using this machine. The food, beverage, and chemical industry also uses this machine.
Basics of the Basket Mill
Basket mills feature a rotating basket that uses centrifugal force to accelerate the grinding media, much like an amusement park ride where passengers lean against a wall while the ride rotates at high speeds. Unlike the ride, which merely locks passengers into place, the basket contains a disk installed with pegs to permit grinding.

As illustrated in Figure 1, the top, bottom and sides of the basket are perforated to allow the product to enter. In the center of the basket the grinding disc attaches to a shaft that is centered in the basket drive shaft. This inner shaft is braked to prevent the disc from rotating with the beads and product. The sieve basket rotates around the fixed grinding disc.

The basket is filled about 80 to 85 percent by volume with the grinding beads. When the basket rotates, the centrifugal force compresses the beads against the grinding disc. The shearing forces for dispersion are created between the fixed disc, the moving bead mass and the rotating basket. The blocks mounted to the top and bottom of the basket along with the grinding disc create turbulence for higher shearing force.

In most cases, steel, glass or ceramic beads with a diameter of 1.2 mm for a smaller basket, and 2 mm for a larger basket, are best for coatings dispersions. However, bead size is ultimately determined by the basket’s slot sizes.
Updated Basket Mill Designs
Basket mill design improvements have helped increase productivity and produce finer dispersion quality, with slot widths as small as 0.5 mm. The new design substantially increases pumping rate and media compression performance.

How to Use a Step Drill Bit?
When I first came across step drill bits I was actually quite confused about their use. Once I started looking into their uses I was really excited to invest in my own set of step drill bits. With experience, I have come to appreciate step drill bits even more with their multitude of uses.
If you are new to step drill bits, this article will answer each and every question in your mind.
How to use a step drill bit? You will use a step drill bit just like another drill bit with an exception of its purpose of use. For drilling with a step drill bit use a center punch to first mark the center. Now drill steadily with firm pressure. Step drill bits only work with thin metal sheets and can make holes of different sizes depending on the number of steps in your drill bit. You can also use it to enlarge or deburr an existing hole.
About Invention
Drill bits are cutting tools used to create cylindrical holes, almost always of circular cross-section. Drill bits come in many sizes and have many uses. Bits are usually connected to a mechanism, often simply referred to as a drill, which rotates them and provides torque and axial force to create the hole.
What is a Step Drill Bit?
A step drill bit is a conical shape drill bit to make different size holes with one bit. It has multiple levels with increasing diameters from tip to end. It has a sharp groove at one side which acts as the cutting edge. The step drill bit is also used to enlarge or deburr holes. This drill bit is used particularly for metals but can also work with wood, plastic, etc.
A step drill bit with a straight flute is called a counter-bore step drill bit while a step drill bit with a twisted flute is called a countersink step drill bit. The flute or the groove profile serves as a channel system for collection and chip removal during drilling.
I have found the step drill bit to be a valuable tool with its ability to replace numerous twist bits, deburrers, and reamers. There are a number of reasons you should use a step drill bit for drilling into sheet metals.
I have compiled a list of reasons I recommend every DIY enthusiast to add step drill bits to their toolbox.
Multiple Diameters: With multiple diameters, a step drill bit saves you from the hassle of changing drill bits when you need to drill a lot of holes of different sizes. You can use a step drill bit to drill holes of different diameters.
Selt-tapping tip: Step drill bits have self-tapping tips, which allow you to drill without drilling a pilot hole in thin materials.
Flute: Flute on a step drill bit allows for easy removal of waste materials which prevents clogging as well as heating up of the drill bit.
Reaming: Step drill bit gives you smooth edges on the holes instantly thus eliminating the need for a reamer.
Deburring: You can also use a step drill bit to deburr the hole you have drilled by lightly touching each side of the hole with bevel of the next step.
And although step drill bits have a range of benefits, there are a few downsides as well.
Twist Drill Bit

The twist drill bit is the type produced in largest quantity today. It comprises a cutting point at the tip of a cylindrical shaft with helical flutes; the flutes act as an Archimedean screw and lift swarf out of the hole.

History

The twist drill bit was invented by Steven A. Morse of East Bridgewater, Massachusetts in 1861.The original method of manufacture was to cut two grooves in opposite sides of a round bar, then to twist the bar (giving the tool its name) to produce the helical flutes. Nowadays, the drill bit is usually made by rotating the bar while moving it past a grinding wheel to cut the flutes in the same manner as cutting helical gears.

Twist drill bits range in diameter from 0.002 to 3.5 in (0.051 to 88.900 mm) and can be as long as 25.5 in (650 mm).

The geometry and sharpening of the cutting edges is crucial to the performance of the bit. Small bits that become blunt are often discarded because sharpening them correctly is difficult and they are cheap to replace. For larger bits, special grinding jigs are available. A special tool grinder is available for sharpening or reshaping cutting surfaces on twist drill bits in order to optimize the bit for a particular material.

Manufacturers can produce special versions of the twist drill bit, varying the geometry and the materials used, to suit particular machinery and particular materials to be cut. Twist drill bits are available in the widest choice of tooling materials. However, even for industrial users, most holes are drilled with standard high speed steel bits.

The most common twist drill bit (sold in general hardware stores) has a point angle of 118 degrees, acceptable for use in wood, metal, plastic, and most other materials, although it does not perform as well as using the optimum angle for each material. In most materials it does not tend to wander or dig in.

A more aggressive angle, such as 90 degrees, is suited for very soft plastics and other materials; it would wear rapidly in hard materials. Such a bit is generally self-starting and can cut very quickly. A shallower angle, such as 150 degrees, is suited for drilling steels and other tougher materials. This style of bit requires a starter hole, but does not bind or suffer premature wear so long as a suitable feed rate is used.

Drill bits with no point angle are used in situations where a blind, flat-bottomed hole is required. These bits are very sensitive to changes in lip angle, and even a slight change can result in an inappropriately fast cutting drill bit that will suffer premature wear.

Long series drill bits are unusually long twist drill bits. However, they are not the best tool for routinely drilling deep holes, as they require frequent withdrawal to clear the flutes of swarf and to prevent breakage of the bit. Instead, gun drill bits are preferred for deep hole drilling.
What type of wood drill bit should you use for what job?
Drilling a hole into a wooden plank isn't an impossible job even for the beginning DIY-er. On the other hand, there's drilling wood and there's drilling wood. Are you screwing a few planks together, or are you building an entire garden shed? These jobs call for different types of wood drill bits, since they come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. After reading this article, you'll know exactly which wood drill bit you'll need for your job, so you're guaranteed a nice result.
The screw thread around this drill bit gives away that this is a snake drill bit. This spiral-shaped drill has a carver and a sharp centering point, which helps you put it into the wood at exactly the right spot. The spiral around the drill ensures the wood chips will be removed neatly, so you'll make a smooth, clean drill hole. Don't forget to drill at a low RPM, so the drill bit can make its way through the material calmly. A snake drill is useful for making deep holes, so thick wooden girders are no match for this type of wood drill bit.
Everything You Need to Know About Chisels
We’re going to discuss possibly the most important tool that can 10x your woodworking skills. That’s right, this post is all about chisels! Learn about the kinds of chisels, chisel sizes, the differences in steel, western chisels vs. foreign chisels, tool safety, and so much more.
If you’re like many woodworkers or DIYers, you’ve probably already got a few tools in your workshop. I’m guessing a drill, a saw, maybe some clamps, and you’ve probably made some pretty cool things! Check out this post on my nine must-have tools to 10x your woodworking skills. And if you missed any of these other posts in our woodworking 101 series check them out here: how to sharpen a chisel, how to use a carving knife, and how to cut dovetails by hand.
Now imagine you could build a table without any glue or screws that is stronger than any table you’ve ever sat at.
That sounds pretty cool, right?
You can do it with just a few hand tools that will take your projects from DIY to Craftsmen with just a little bit of practice and knowledge along the way.
Circular saw blade is an important tool and is widely used in wood industry. Its stability, cutting precision, and material-saving ability are the most important features, especially for wood processing industry because of the shortage of precious wood. The Chinese government strongly supports the improvement of timber utilization. Therefore, circular saw blade is becoming thinner and thinner currently for reducing kerf loss and improving the utilization of materials.
However, thermal stress is produced when circular saw blade is working, because the temperature at the edge of the blade is higher than that in other regions of the blade. It will cause high tangential compressive stress on the edge of the circular saw blade, causing a buckling deformation that reduces cutting precision, increases kerf loss, and shortens the saw’s life. Thin circular saw blade is more easily affected by thermal stress. For saving materials, the stability of saw blade is very important, especially for thin circular saw blade.

Top Environmental Benefits of Paper Bags
Paper bags have been part of trade and commerce for more than centuries. Traditionally cloth and jute bags were used to pack goods in larger quantities during its transfer from manufacturer or farms to retailers and shopkeepers then used the paper bags to distribute smaller quantity goods to end customers. In fact, paper bags are still used by small food retailers like – sweetshop owners, street food vendors, bakers and by small vegetable sellers.

On the other hand, a paper bag’s structural firmness and surface feature made it ideal to print high-quality images, logo, designs better as compared to a plastic bag, and that made paper bags a hit for fashion, luxury and premium gift packaging industry.
However, the contribution of a paper bag in business and commerce gradually remained restricted due to the industrialization and betterment of plastic packaging options that had higher endurance, strength, and capability to protect products, especially food item from the external environment –increasing the product’s shelf life. In fact, plastic ruled the global packaging industry for the last 5 to 6 decades. During these times, the world witnessed the ill effects of non-biodegradable waste of plastic packaging on the global environment. Plastic bottles and food packages congested the oceans to maintains, marine and land animal spices started to die with plastic deposits in their digestive systems, land fertility degraded due to plastic deposits in the soil.
Till 90’s these problems were spoken and written primarily in the circle of newspapers, scientific studies and in world summits. Then in the past few years, the effects of pollution started to hit the city people and day to day life of the common man. People now are falling sick due to polluted air, normal people (especially in Indian metropolitan cities) are now appreciating organizations, government bodies and individuals who are taking environmental responsibility steps.
In such a scenario adopting paper bags adds to brand appreciation. Either due to government ban or proactive steps to win customer appreciation, organizations gradually adopting biodegradable packaging solutions and using paper bags.
Nowadays the paper bag is a new trend. One can witness people carrying paper bags from almost from every place. People carry them to schools, offices and retail stores. Thus, it is very important to go for a creative solution as well. So that it can benefit both the business and most importantly the environment.
This trend has gained popularity owing to the people and businesses becoming more aware of the ecological surroundings. Also, several individuals want to use paper bags because they are easy to carry, clean and can hold items for a good duration of time.
You surely know how to wrap a gift, but sometimes, using a gift bag is just better. Maybe the gift is oddly shaped, or maybe you want to include multiple items in one present. Maybe you're just tired of wrapping paper. Whatever the reason, there's no shame in using a gift bag—but that doesn't mean you have to settle for a basic store-bought gift bag. These gift bag ideas prove that even the plainest paper bag can become something beautiful, and as an added bonus, making DIY gift bags are a fun, practical addition to the list of Christmas crafts you have planned to fill the open hours of this holiday season.
Picking Christmas gifts for everyone on your list is its own challenge, but any savvy gift-giver knows that presentation is a huge part of the total gifting package. Putting time and effort into wrapping or bagging your gifts makes the gift exchange even more of an experience, and using bags instead of gift wrap is one way to help your presents stand out. (Unlike wrapping paper, gift bags are also reusable year after year if they're taken care of, so your DIY gift bags can be a sustainability effort, too.)
Whether you're planning white elephant gifts or figuring out how to differentiate the gifts for your kids, creative gift bag ideas can help. Here, you'll see smart ideas for dressing up basic paper gift bags, plus DIY guides with the supplies and steps you need to make your bags shine. Read on for eight creative gift bag ideas—even if you haven't finished your holiday shopping, you can get your gift bags ready to go.
Corrugated boxes are a recyclable, recyclable green packaging product that is an essential tool for packaging. Corrugated boxes are used as transport packaging products, which play a very important role in the protective properties of the packaged goods. Corrugated boxes in the flow application, impact, vibration, static pressure, dynamic pressure, climatic conditions, etc., have become an important factor in the damage to the carton, so the physical properties of corrugated boxes determine whether the package can be intact the arrival of the land in the hands of consumers has become a major factor affecting the consumer experience. One of the most fundamental items in testing the physical properties of corrugated boxes is compressive strength, which is an important indicator for measuring the compressive strength of corrugated boxes. In this paper, several factors such as environmental humidity, structural size and structure are selected for research. Corrugated boxes with different humidity, different sizes and different structures were studied, and their compressive strength was gained, and the variation law was studied. By comparing the effects, the environmental humidity of the corrugated box and the influence of the structural size on the compressive properties are gained, and a more effective finite element model is gained. The results of this study have important guiding significance for the structural design of corrugated boxes in different geographical environments.
How to Choose a Jewelry Box
When most people think about jewelry boxes, they are thinking about something lovely and delicate that is perfectly suited to their bedroom décor. However, if you choose a jewelry box based solely on looks, this could mean that your precious items will get terribly tangled and even damaged.
Choose Wood
There are some gorgeous enamel and metal jewelry boxes out there, but when you want something that will keep your items safe and sound, consider wood.
Well-treated wood prevents moisture buildup, and it also provides a small amount of insulation for your jewelry.
In addition, wood has a lovely natural finish that provides deep and rich color all on its own.
Choose a lovely red oak, a pale poplar or pine or even a gorgeously decadent ebony jewelry box for your collection.
Consider Your Jewelry Collection
How many pieces of jewelry do you own? This is a great time to look at your jewelry and take quick inventory.
How many necklaces, rings and bracelets do you have, and how should they be stored? For example, if you mostly own rings, you will find that you should choose a jewelry box that has slots where you can put them.
If you mostly have small bracelets, consider a jewelry box that has lots of room in its drawers.
If you have more necklaces than anything else, you may need a type of jewelry box known as an armoire, which has an upright design and plenty of places to hang necklaces.
Touch the Lining of the Box
If you are buying a jewelry box from a brick-and-mortar store, you will be able to handle it beforehand.
Open the box and touch the lining. It should be completely lint-free and soft to the touch. An abrasive lining will scratch your jewelry, making it look old before its time.
If the jewelry box’s lining feels harsh to the touch, pass it by.
On the other hand, if you are in love with everything but the lining, you can choose to store your more delicate gemstones, such as pearls and opals, in jewelry bags before putting them into the box.
To Lock or Not to Lock?
If you are truly concerned about the safety of your jewelry, you should place the box in a temperature-controlled safe in your home, in a locked room, or in a safe deposit box at the bank.
In the event of a home invasion, a jewelry box can be easily picked up and removed from the premises. However, if your primary concern is young children, a simple lock on the box is typically all you need.
There are excellent jewelry boxes with childproof locks, which can keep your jewelry safe from meddling hands.
Box Design
Make sure that the jewelry box you choose matches your home design and décor.
For example, if you favor a very traditional Victorian design, choose a box with plenty of gorgeous details and scrolling decorations.
If you prefer something that is a great deal more modern, choose a very sleek box that is on the plainer side.
If you are someone who adores their jewelry, make sure that you have a fantastic place to keep it. A good jewelry box will make sure that your jewelry is safe for a lifetime.
What are Cosmetic Boxes?
Most of the time, we are not aware of the importance of the custom cosmetic packaging. But we know that it is important for us to choose a good and strong packaging to present our cosmetic products. After all, this is one of the first things the consumer will see when they come in contact with our cosmetic boxes.
Good Cosmetic Boxes, Packaging can be one of your most effective marketing tools and help you stand out from your competitors. More importantly, it can also be used to communicate your brand’s values, message and style. What are some ways to package your custom beauty boxes? Cosmetic packaging is the use of cardboard material to paper-wrap and/or box and contain various cosmetics (solid, fluid and semi-solid), makeup products. Such cosmetic products include: face creams, lipstick, hair colorants, tanning lotions, nail varnish’s or perfumes.
Cosmetic packaging is especially designed and developed to protect cosmetics from physical, chemical, biological and atmospheric factors. The cardboard structure encases the product in a way that it will not be exposed to its surroundings. UV inhibitors within the cardboard can also help prevent discoloration or degradation of contents. Not only does the paper-based exterior case provide support for fragile glass containers but it acts as protection against bumps and other external damages that could damage the content while still in transit. For example: for hair dyes, hair mascara & hair styling items — cardboard cosmetic packaging reduces color bleed and prevents harmful ingredients from coming into contact with user’s skin or scalp (to reduce risk of allergic reaction).
Make Your Own Customized Cosmetic Boxes!
Many people have the same problem: they can’t find the perfect cosmetic box packaging that matches their sense of style and expresses their personality. That’s where this website comes in. Here, at Blue Box Packaging you can print your own customized boxes to match your needs. Print custom-made boxes with your favorite designs and patterns, or customize them with your monogram or initials for a personalized touch.
Importance of Packaging for Your Cosmetic Product
Makeup is one of the most important beauty staples. It helps us feel beautiful and confident. We use it to highlight our best features and to hide less flattering ones. However, when we store our makeup in old shoe boxes or cluttered closets, it becomes impossible to find what we need. The result? A very frustrated and ugly you.
Thankfully, there are now custom made personalized cosmetic boxes that can help solve this problem. These organizers come in a variety of styles and sizes so it’s sure to work for your needs.

Mini Excavator Parts: OEM Rubber Products from Elasto Proxy
Mini excavator parts from Elasto Proxy are industrial rubber products for sealing and insulation. They are designed for compact or mini excavators, tracked or wheeled vehicles that can weigh up to 20,000 lbs. and are used in construction, landscaping, hole digging, pipe trenching, and snow removal. Unlike standard excavators, compact excavators can fit into smaller spaces and are easier to transport.
The mini excavator parts that original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) can buy from Elasto Proxy include:
Door gaskets
Window seals
Headliners
Floor mats
Firewall insulation
Silicone hoses and connectors
Other molded rubber and plastic parts
OEMs who partner with Elasto Proxy can buy mini excavator parts in low-to-medium volumes and benefit from of our value-added services. For example, Elasto Proxy can ship door seals on demand or according your sales forecast. With our kitting and assembling packaging, we can also deliver all of the rubber parts that you need for a build in the parts’ order of assembly.
Mini Excavator Cabin Parts
Door and window gaskets for mini excavators need to provide environmental sealing and sound reduction. Rubber seals that admit wind, water, dirt, and outside temperatures are ineffective, but so are gaskets that don’t reduce noise. If you’ve been cutting and bonding lengths of rubber in-house, ask Elasto Proxy how outsourced rubber fabrication can also help you to reduce labor costs and material waste.
For example, if a worker cuts a profile incorrectly, the mis-cut probably winds up in the trash. Asking a higher-paid employee such as a welder to cut and bond rubber adds excessive labor costs. Attaching gaskets with hand tools or messy liquid adhesives extends assembly times. Outsourced fabrication that’s combined with gasket taping, kitting, parts marking, and custom packaging can add value instead.
In addition to door seals and window gaskets, Elasto Proxy makes acoustic insulation such as headliners for mini excavators. Elasto Proxy can supply you with headliners in the colors and sizes that you need, and with pre-cut openings for fasteners. With our water jet cutting services, you won’t have to pay for or wait for tooling either. If you need molded parts, we can source these for you, too.
Mini Excavator Engine Parts
Mini excavator parts from Elasto Proxy include thermal-acoustic insulation that keeps heat and noise in the engine bay from reaching the cabin where the operator sits. Thermal insulation protects the cab from high temperatures that can cause driver discomfort and damage electronics. Acoustic insulation dampens sound-induced vibrations that can loosen fasteners and harm human hearing.
Thermal-acoustic insulation can provide mini excavator manufacturers with a complete solution. It consists of specialized materials that are assembled into a sandwich-like structure. The top layer is an aluminum facing or metallized Mylar that’s laminated to an elastomeric foam. This facing reflects radiant heat and withstands water and engine oil.
The middle of this insulation sandwich consists of a layer of hard rubber that stops loud engine sounds and a layer of acoustic foam for additional sound absorption. The bottom layer uses a pressure-sensitive adhesive with a removable liner. Taped insulation installs easily and eliminates the health and safety concerns of adhesive spraying.
OEM Rubber Products from Elasto Proxy
Like the gaskets in the cabin, engine insulation needs quality fabrication. Otherwise, potential buyers may assume that poor-quality mini excavator parts reflect larger flaws in a product design. Sealing and insulation that fails in the field can result in warranty work and equipment downtime. Success is readily achievable, however, so partner with us for the rubber parts that you need.
Demolition excavator parts need to provide reliable sealing and insulation because there are costs and consequences to defects. Leaky door and window gaskets can admit rain or snow that wets floors and seats. Using inadequate thermal or acoustic insulation can also diminish operator comfort and put safety at risk. From the cabin to the engine bay, demolition excavators need quality rubber components.
Cabin Sealing
Rubber gaskets are demolition excavator parts that provide both environmental sealing and acoustic insulation. Seals that admit wind, water, dirt, and outdoor temperatures are ineffective, but so are gaskets that fail to absorb road noise. In addition to quality, manufacturers need to consider labor and material costs. Ease-of-installation and the added value a gasket fabricator can provide are also worth considering.
Seal design follows a formula with three basic elements: compound, hardness, and profile. Use a compound, or type of rubber, that can withstand tough outdoor environments. Harder rubber provides greater impact resistance but can make it more difficult for a door or window to close. Softer rubber provides greater cushioning but is more prone to compression set, or permanent deformation. Profile refers to the shape of the gasket material, which is extruded into coils or lengths.
Cutting and bonding your own gaskets may seem inexpensive enough until you consider the true costs. If a worker cuts a profile incorrectly, the mis-cut become material waste. Asking a higher-paid employee such as a welder to cut and bond rubber adds excessive labor costs. Attaching gaskets with hand tools or messy liquid adhesives extends assembly times. Outsourced fabrication that’s combined with gasket taping, kitting, parts marking, and custom packaging can add value instead.
Engine Insulation
Demolition excavator parts include engine insulation that keeps heat and noise from the engine bay from reaching the cabin where the operator sits. Thermal insulation protects the cab from high temperatures that can cause driver discomfort and damage electronics. Acoustic insulation dampens sound-induced vibrations that can loosen fasteners and harm human hearing.
Thermal-acoustic insulation can provide equipment manufacturers with a complete solution. It consists of specialized materials that are assembled into a sandwich-like structure. The top layer is an aluminum facing or metallized Mylar that’s laminated to an elastomeric foam. This facing reflects radiant heat and withstands water and engine oil.
The middle of this insulation sandwich consists of a layer of hard rubber that stops loud engine sounds and a layer of acoustic foam for additional sound absorption. The bottom layer uses a pressure-sensitive adhesive with a removable liner. Taped insulation installs easily and eliminates the health and safety concerns of adhesive spraying.
WHAT IS VIBRATORY HAMMER?
Vibratory hammer is a machine used to drive tube and sheet piles in/out of the ground for constructing structures like bridges, harbours, roads, airports, canal works and so on. So they are quiet and have many advantages compared to traditional pile drivers which use a large weight to strike the pile. As an example, the greatest advantage is that vibratory hammers can drive and extract piles much faster. Besides this, they are small and lightweight, environmentally friendly and they can be used underwater. Moreover, in some vibratory hammers vibration can be fully controlled, which is a necessity if the work has to be carried out in residential or historical places.
Because vibro hammers use spinning counter-weights to create a vibration to the pile the resistance of the ground is reduced with vibration and by changing the formation of the ground. The vibratory piling machine transfers vertical vibrations to the pile via the hydraulic clamp. This, in turn, transfers vibration to the ground which reduces the friction between the pile and the ground. In other words, the high-speed vibration causes the soil to actually “liquefy” allowing the pile to be driven or extracted with less force. As a result, the pile is driven into the ground by a combination of the vibrator’s weight and centrifugal force it creates.
VIBRO HAMMER COMPONENTS:
Vibration Suppressor,
Vibration Case,
Hydraulic Clamp and
Power Unit.
VIBRATION SUPPRESSOR
The vibration suppressor assembly is mounted to the top of the vibration case to isolate vibration to the crane and permit pile extraction.
VIBRATION CASE
The vibration case contains high amplitude eccentric weights cast in one piece with gear which rotates in a vertical plane to create vibration. The eccentric weights are driven by hydraulic motors mounted on the vibration case. So the motors and eccentrics are all gear connected to maintain proper synchronization.
The eccentrics and motor shafts are mounted in a heavy-duty cylindrical bearing. The gear and bearing lubrication are provided by the radiator located in the Power Unit. There are oil pumps, installed to vibration case, circulating the oil between vibration case and radiator to reduce the oil heat in the vibration case.
HYDRAULIC CLAMP
Hydraulic clamp is the part of the vibrator which grips pile or tube. It contains two gripping jaws. One is “fixed” and one is “moveable”. Movable jaw is operated by the cylinder located in the clamp body. Besides this,there is a check valve on the clamp which keeps jaws closed in any kind of emergency.

POWER UNIT (HYDRAULIC POWER PACK)
Vibratory hammers are powered by the power unit. For excavator mounted hammers power unit is the excavator itself. For crane suspended hammers there is a power unit which is connected to the hammer by hydraulic hoses. There is a diesel engine inside the power unit which drives hydraulic pumps that create hydraulic pressure to operator vibro hammer. The diesel engine is mounted to a tubular frame that also serves as a diesel fuel tank. There are also emergency stop buttons on the machine.

If you are interested in vibratory hammer you may also want to learn about production process of vibro hammer in our manufacturing facility. Using our 30 years experience in this field we can perform special design and production to meet customers’ needs and requests.


FEATURES AND ADVANTAGES OF VIBRATORY PILE DRIVERS
Vibratory pile drivers are used to build harbors, bridges, airports, buildings, roads, rails, infrastructure, solar power, wind turbines, walls and many other foundation types. Vibratory pile drivers are modern and popular machinery for pipe, sheet and wooden piles. The most prominent feature of vibratory pile drivers is the sound power level. Impact hammers are very noisy owing to the fact that they make use of overweight to impact. However, vibratory hammer drivers are lighter and much faster as they do not apply extra force to the ground. Therefore that are more preferable in urban areas and downtowns.

The Best Folding Saws for Hunting and Bushcraft
Breaking sticks over your knee is not a good strategy. For starters, it’s not precise. If you’re building a blind or lean-to, you need matching lengths. And if you’re hunting, you obviously can’t be cracking wood. What’s the solution?
Folding saws may seem like just another piece of gear to stuff in an already overflowing pack, but like everything else, they’re essential for solving common problems in the woods. A great saw keeps you prepared without weighing you down. We’ve put together a guide on folding saws specifically for hunters and outdoorsmen and finished it off with our six favorites.
Our Top Folding Saw Picks
Eversaw All Purpose– “All-purpose saw for wood, bone and plastic”
No products found.– “Light weight and compact size make it great for serious outdoorsman”
Tarvol Folding Handsaw– “An excellent option for thick woods”
Coher Folding– “Its versatility make it great for DIY projects”
Corona RS 7255D Razor Tooth– “Stand hunters can benefit from its power in small spaces”
Tabor Tools TTS25A– “The ergonomic design makes this saw a top choice”
Why do I need a folding saw?
Like most outdoor activities, hunting requires at least some wilderness survival skills and the tools that go along with them. The more tools you have to assist you, the easier your hunting trip will be. Chances are you’ll run into some tough obstacles, so a folding saw to cut through them is an essential accessory.
Saws are great for bushcraft like building your own ground blind or prepping a tree for your stand. If you’re camping on your hunting trip, then of course you’ll have to cut would to clear an area and make a fire. Folding saws are compact and much easier to pack with your gear than an axe or full-sized saw.
You can even use some folding saws to field dress animals.
Wouldn’t an axe be better?
Axes do have certain advantages. You can put a lot of power behind them. However, axes tend to be large and bulky to carry while saws are more compact. Saws have other upsides as well.
Using a saw is actually quicker than an axe as well, on average about one-third of the effort is required. You also don’t need a ton of room for a saw like you do an axe. For branches which may be hard to reach, you can even ‘pole mount’ the blade for that sawing action.
Bushcraft saws vs pruning saws
There are some important factors you should consider when specifically choosing a bushcraft saw. Pruning saws can be a vital part of a home gardener’s arsenal, but they may not be as useful in the wilderness.
When choosing a saw for camping, survival or bushcraft, you want something lightweight and portable, but still reliable. Build quality is more important since you’ll be packing it in with gear a lot.
Unlike in your yard, you may not know exactly the types of trees and wood you’re going to encounter while hunting. It’s best to choose a tool that is as versatile as possible. Many of the woods you come across will be softwoods, like willow, which need large teeth for cutting. However, areas with harder wood will need a small-toothed blade. It’s probably best to choose a medium blade if you’re going to be hunting a lot of unfamiliar areas.
Can you sharpen a folding saw?
The blade of a folding saw may become dull over time, which results in a rough cut. A dull blade can also slow down your work or be more dangerous to use.
Although many hardware or outdoor shops offer professional sharpening services, it’s easy to do at home. Tightly clamp the blade into a vise and use a small metal file or grindstone to sharpen the blade.
You will notice the teeth of the saw alternate between flat and beveled edges. You only have to sharpen the beveled edges.
Cutting Blades
If you’ll be doing mostly up-close work, opt for shorter blades (about 6 inches) and short handles. For big jobs, such as cutting back an extensive privet hedge, choose longer blades (9 to 12 inches) and longer handles.
Most quality hedge shears on the market are straight-blade shears made from forged steel. One advantage of straight blades is that they can be easily sharpened by hand with a millstone and/or sharpening stone.
Ideally, the blades on your hedge shears should touch only at the cutting point to reduce friction and sticking.
Some shears have serrations on one or both blades, which can be helpful when gripping and cutting twigs larger than ? inch.
Another feature on some designs is a non-stick coating, purportedly to keep the blades from gumming up and/or rusting.
Wavy-blade shears are also sold. They grip the twigs, preventing them from sliding along the blade while you’re cutting, an advantage with open-structured plants. The disadvantage is that wavy blades require professional sharpening.
Another feature to look for is a good adjustable pivot-bolt assembly, which allows you to adjust the blade tension as necessary. This is often the first part of the tool to fail, so being able to buy replacement pivot bolts is an advantage.
How to Choose the Best Loppers for You
Loppers come in a range of styles, sizes, and price points; what’s best for you depends on the kind of pruning you’ll be doing, your size and strength, and your budget. Pruning can be heavy, repetitive work so it’s important to buy the right loppers.
Loppers come with a wide range of handle/grip sizes, shapes, and materials. Some are “ergonomically designed” to fit your hand, while others are made of softer material to cushion impact. We found that the softer, foam grips are most comfortable, but they’re also the most prone to damage. Handles with contoured grips may be most comfortable for some people, but try it out before buying as not everyone holds loppers the same way. Also check on the size of the grips; some are rather short, which limits hand placement on the handles when pruning.
All better loppers have a bumper or other cushioning mechanism (usually near the blades) to prevent the handles from smashing together as you complete a cut. Make sure that the bumper prevents your hands from touching as you cut and try closing the loppers forcefully to see how well the bumper absorbs shock.
How a Pruning Saw Differs From Other Saws & Why It Matters
Some saws might appear the same at first glance, but some key differences make the pruner saw ideal for the job of tricky pruning work.
Anyone who knows me well (or has read my columns here) knows that I thoroughly enjoy pruning trees. It’s one of my favorite farming tasks—nothing can change a landscape more quickly than trimming the messy lower branches of a spruce tree, and I spend a good portion of the year going around the farm and working to keep encroaching trees and branches under control.
There are also plenty of apple trees to care for, and of course they require occasional pruning as well, albeit with a focus on fruit production more than aesthetics. With this in mind, I was recently given a new pruning saw as a gift, and suffice to say I’m excited to start using it now that spring is just around the corner.
You might wonder what makes a pruning saw different from any other saw. Pruning saws come in a few different shapes and sizes, with some of them attached to long poles and aimed at pruning out-of-reach branches high above your head. My new pruning saw is simpler—at first glance, it’s not much different than a regular hand saw—but a closer examination quickly reveals a few key differences that make it more ideal for tricky pruning work.
First let’s consider shape. Rather than having a straight blade, my new pruning saw features a curved blade, and from what I understand this is often the preferred shape for pruning work. Having never used a curved blade before, I’m looking forward to comparing and contrasting the strengths and weaknesses of the two designs.
What Is A Pruning Shear
A pruner shear is a tool that is used for cutting and trimming plants. It has a long blade and a short blade. The short blade is for cutting and the long blade is for trimming. It is used to cut and trim plants such as roses and shrubs. There are various types of pruners on the market, but they all have similar blades. The difference between them is their size, shape and other features. Some are designed for indoor gardening or home use while others can be used outdoors.
They are also made in different sizes, shapes and prices. The most common type of pruner shears is called an angled pruner. Many garden centers sell this kind of pruner because it is fairly easy to handle when you need to do some trimming around your house. It allows you to get close to the plant without having to bend over much. If you want a good quality pruning shear that is not expensive, then look for one with a rubberized grip to make sure it will hold up against rough surfaces. You should also check if it has a comfortable handle and easy-to-hold trigger lever. Most of all, try out the pruner by using it first before buying it.
Are You Using Your Pruning Shears Correctly?
Every gardener will need a pair of pruning shears at some point. Regular scissors may work, but they are not designed for severe cutting jobs. Before choosing on a pair of pruning shears for my garden, I broke a pair of kitchen scissors twice. I now use pruning shears for the majority of my pruning tasks in the garden. Pruning shears are a must-have gardening equipment for every gardener. However, utilizing it for the first time might be challenging. Fortunately, I have these suggestions, strategies, and a guide to assist you.Discover the many types of pruners.

Pruners are classified into two sorts depending on their cutting mechanism. These are the anvil and bypass types. Similarly, in terms of blade design, the traditional parrot beak pruner is the third kind. The bypass type is compatible with the popular ratchet pruner, which can cut branches up to two centimeters thick.

Is Paper Lunch Box More Affordable than Plastic Container?
When you started your research to find the right packaging for your restaurant, you quickly realized that there was a multitude of different packaging options. Different materials, different shapes, different designs, etc. Depending on your needs, the choice can be complicated. To help you see more clearly, first, you can take a look at our article “How Select The Best Food Packaging for My Restaurant“. Before looking at the specific technical or visual characteristics of your packaging, you must first choose a material. As you may have already seen, the majority of food packaging is made of plastic, paper, aluminium or corn starch. Here, we will focus particularly on plastic containers and paper box lunch containers. Is paper packaging more expensive than plastic packaging? At first sight, we tend to think that paper packaging is more expensive than plastic packaging. Yes, the shortcut between more ecological and therefore more expensive is very often made by us, lambdas consumers. But know that this is not necessarily true. It all depends on the type of packaging we are talking about. In the rest of this article, we will compare 2 types of plastic packaging with a classic paper lunch box. This will allow us to analyse their prices as well as their strengths and weaknesses. The first plastic packaging in which we will be interested in the microwave plastic container and the second is the TAGE plastic container.
Microwave Plastic Container
The microwave plastic container is a rigid plastic packaging. In its form, it is similar to Tupperware. As its name suggests, it is possible to put it in the microwave. It is presented in 2 parts. The first is the main container and the second is the lid. This type of packaging is totally leakproof and food grade. Its price is generally around RM0.40 per piece
TAGE Plastic Container
The TAGE plastic container is made of thinner plastic than the previous one. It is presented in a single block with 2 symmetrical parts. That is to say, the part containing the food is the same as the lid. It also has all the characteristics of a food packaging. That is to say, it is completely leakproof and food grade. As for it, its price is RM0.15 per piece.
Paper Lunch Boxes
Finally, let us talk about paper box lunch containers. As its name suggests, this type of packaging is made of paper, but not just any type of paper. The latter is PE coated which makes it totally leakproof and grease proof. These lunch boxes are also totally food grade. Their price is about RM0.26 per piece.
The Choice Is Yours
Now that we have briefly seen these 3 types of packaging, what makes them different? Mainly their price will you tell me? Indeed, price is an element of decision that cannot be neglected during the purchasing process. But do you have to rely on that alone? The quality of the product is obviously an issue. You may want to choose the cheapest packaging but does the TAGE plastic container really reflect your brand? Is the quality of this packaging in line with the quality of your products?
Each of the packaging presented obviously has its strengths and weaknesses. But to know which one you match, you have to ask yourself what are the values of your brand that you want to present through this packaging.
What is a corrugated box?
You are wondering that what is a corrugated box than we can come up with a single definition that when a flute paper which is made by compressing the Kraft containerboard in the shape of S arch and then sandwiched between the linear board with the help of the adhesive. This sheet is called a corrugated sheet and the box made out of it are called corrugated box.
Why we use corrugated box?
Well, there cannot be one particular answer to this as there are many advantages of using a corrugated box. This lightweight box can provide enough protection against the packed goods. We can look at the following points to understand the advantage of using a corrugated box.

• Corrugated box are much stronger than cardboard box
  
• Can be recycled and reused are made of biodegradable material
  
• Corrugated box offers flexibility and are also cost-effective
  
• Sustainable and cost-efficient
  
• Corrugated boxes are easily customizable and provides branding option.
  
• They are cost-effective, lightweight and provide sustainability.
  
• The Corrugated box is designed in such a way that it helps to protect the product from moisture and bacteria.
  

3 BENEFITS OF HVLS CEILING FANS IN YOUR FACILITY
Large warehouse fans can do a lot to improve working conditions at a facility. High-volume, low-speed fans have extra-long, slow-turning blades that move a great deal of air at once, which keeps facility temperatures consistent.
Here are a few examples of the advantages that facilities can experience with HVLS fans:
1. COMFORT AND SAVINGS AT THE SAME TIME
When it’s hot out, HVLS fans are a real relief. They stir up huge columns of air instead of just small sections, making them highly effective at cooling off anyone working on the floor.
Since the HVLS fans work so well at keeping people cool, there’s less of a need for air conditioning in facilities that are equipped with these appliances. An HVAC system is still good to have, but HVLS fans will supplement it well, which can reduce the cost of cooling. For facility managers trying to find the right balance between comfortable employees and affordable heating and cooling, pairing HVLS fans with an HVAC system is a win-win.
2. WORKPLACE SAFETY
Does your facility suffer from sweating slab syndrome? Many do. Sweating slab syndrome occurs when condensation builds up on cement floors. The floor becomes slippery, and workers are now at risk of falls. Equipment like forklifts may also have a hard time retaining traction. Because HVLS fans encourage evaporation, they are excellent for reducing moisture on the ground and alleviating this safety risk.
Heat stress is another safety concern that facility managers should be aware of. When temperatures rise, workers need to keep themselves cool and safe. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend increasing air velocity as a way to reduce the risk of heat stress. HVLS fans are perfect for this task.
3. PEST CONTROL
No facility manager wants pests in his or her building. However, some pests are tricky, especially those that can fly. Physical barriers like dock shelters or door screens can prevent creatures from flying into a warehouse, but these are most effective when paired with additional measures to keep pests out. HVLS ceiling fans can help with this issue too. Large turning blades will scare away birds, and the air movement can push bugs away as well.
3 Ways Industrial Ceiling Fans Can Benefit Your Work Environment
It’s not uncommon for large, open facilities such as warehouses, barns, and aviation hangars to battle undesirable climates. These work environments can quickly become uncomfortable for employees– sometimes too hot, other times too cold– and also might be the cause of extraneous expenses for your company.
When facing a facility maintenance issue of this sort, a high-volume, low-speed fan can be the ultimate solution. Originally designed for use in dairy barns to increase cow comfort, the technology has since evolved into what you see now– Large commercial ceiling fans (also called HVLS fans) that span greater than 7 feet in diameter and create small, turbulent air streams that quickly disperse and move a significant amount of air.These industrial fans are the best solution for a variety of applications in workplaces such as manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, warehouses, aircraft hangars, malls, gyms, atriums, hockey arenas, indoor swimming pools, and car dealerships.
Adding this type of innovative commercial ceiling fan to your facility is going to bring you a variety of benefits, but three major ones are outlined below.
Keep It Cool – with a fan
Or warm. Commercial fans help balance the temperature in your space by redistributing the air that typically gets trapped at ceiling level.
During the coldest times of the year, hot air is pushed back down to ground level where it is needed. In a process known as destratification, your HVLS energy-saving fan will draw heated air down and mix it with cooler air that settles near the floor.
In the summer months, these industrial ceiling fans blanket a massive area, moving air to create an expansive comfort zone with an evaporative cooling effect of up to 10 degrees. And while fans don’t technically cool the air around you, the circulating air encourages evaporation, which can make people feel several degrees cooler.
These commercial ceiling fans keep your employees cool, comfortable and working at their peak performance.
Control Costs
When you have a workspace that is temperature-regulated, by a HVLS ceiling fan, you will be able to turn your thermostat down and maintain the desired temperature while reducing energy consumption and saving money. A facility manager’s top priority is to keep everything running smoothly and ensuring the environment is right for the supplies, equipment, and employees. Your energy spend can and will be reduced with the implementation of an industrial ceiling fan.
Additionally, the best commercial ceiling fans encourage evaporation while they circulate air which means excessive moisture is controlled and your facility is safer from corrosion and rust which can cause expensive damage.
Protect The Environment
A really, really big reason to consider adding a really, really big industrial fan to your workspace is that along with saving money, and controlling the temperature, your commercial ceiling fan will also help you protect the environment. Industrial ceiling fans can greatly reduce the amount of energy consumed by heating and air conditioning systems. When commercial fans are used in combination with a standard HVAC system, companies generally see a reduction in air conditioning usage. This means the HVAC system is using less energy and in turn, emitting less greenhouse gas thanks to the HVLS ceiling fan.
Large commercial ceiling fans are typically seen as making a bold statement in a building’s design, but all you have to look at is the science behind the big fan to understand that these large fans are more than just for show and more about how they make people feel. Design is being redefined according to the human comfort of the end-user, and now more than ever, design is about helping the clients become more resourceful, resilient, and regenerative. From facilities as large as industrial warehouses to buildings as small as specialty coffee shops, large industrial fans in many shapes and sizes are being utilized—seemingly everywhere—to create environments where people want to gather and thrive.
These large commercial ceiling fans help thermally equalize a space by moving air in the most efficient way possible. The fans use their long airfoil blades to move high volumes of air at low speeds, which provides a balanced airflow without the kind of disruptive air movement that could blow the hat off of your head. The end result is a gentle breeze that circulates the air, improving comfort and indoor air quality. This puts less demand on HVAC systems, reduces moisture, and, most importantly, makes the occupants of a building feel more comfortable.
How Does Air Cooler Work?
Air coolers, also known as evaporative or swamp coolers, cool an atmosphere by evaporating water. As air flows over water, certain particles on the water's surface are carried away. These particles take the heat with them, and this allows the air to cool. This is the main mechanism behind air coolers. Continue reading the article to know more about them.

How Does Air Cooler Work With Water?
Sweating also functions in the same way: the water particles on the skin's surface bring heat away with them as they evaporate, cooling the skin. It is also known that these air coolers are able to make use of 75% less energy as compared to the central air conditioners.
Evaporative coolers come in a variety of styles. A fine mist is sprayed into the air and then whipped out by a fan in some methods. Since the water in this mist is made up of fine droplets, it evaporates easily and absorbs heat from the air. In some other methods, the air is made to blow through a material that has been wetted. It can be blown through a fine mesh or past wet sheets, for example. This wet material then cools as it evaporates, and this in turn cools the air.
Depending on the temperature, the air is only able to retain a certain amount of moisture. When the temperature exceeds that amount, water begins to condense out of the air at the same rate as it evaporates into it, and this leads to effectively preventing evaporative cooling.
How does Air Cooler Work Without Water?
Direct evaporation is used in both residential and industrial state shift coolers, which are described by an inside metal or plastic box with ventilated sides. A centrifugal fan or blower drives the air, and a water pump wets the evaporative cooling pads. Cooling units may be mounted on a building's roof, exterior walls, or windows. The fan draws in near air through vents on the unit's sides and damp pads to keep it cool. Heat in the air evaporates water from the sheets, which are continuously re-dampened to keep the cooling process going.

The Benefits and Application of Steel Pipes
Steel pipes have various advantages for your next industrial or residential project. Steel tubing is used in a variety of industries, from industrial manufacturing to sculpture. One of the applications for steel tube is in plumbing, where it is used to replace traditional plastic pipes with stainless steel pipes. Stainless steel piping is more expensive than plastic piping, but it has a number of advantages over the latter. Steel pipe buyers consider these advantages -
ANTI-STAIN AND ANTI-CORROSION
Corrosion is the number one adversary of metal piping. The exterior of iron, steel and concrete pipework will deteriorate due to soil and UV rays. Other types of piping inside walls appear to rust, become damaged by abrasion, or accumulate debris. However, due to corrosion resistance of stainless steel, this happens rarely. This gives stainless steel an advantage in areas such as sanitary water distribution and hospital applications.
VALUE
When you buy stainless steel 316 pipes, you're getting a durable product that will last for decades. It is a long-lasting substance that is simple to maintain and install. Because of its corrosion-resistant qualities, stainless steel is low-maintenance and unlikely to need to be replaced for decades.
STABILITY AND ADAPTABILITY
Stainless steel can be treated with various elements such as molybdenum, nickel, or nitrogen to improve its corrosion resistance. Stainless steel can endure high temperatures. By adding various materials to stainless steel, thin pipe walls can be achieved, resulting in a lighter finished product that is suited for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications.
ATTRACTIVENESS
Exposed stainless steel pipes and fittings are a good choice for commercial premises because the material is naturally bright and attractive.
ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY
Stainless steel is not a petroleum-based product. Unlike other pipe materials, it does not require any type of coating or lining. When you require disposing of or repairing stainless steel piping, it is 100% recyclable, reducing the environmental impact.
Steel, like iron, has helped building in particular since it is a more practical alternative to other metals. Steel is corrosion-resistant, making it more long-lasting and cost-effective. It also means that, because they can survive them, these pipes can be used in regions that are constantly exposed to the elements.
Steel pipes can be used for a variety of purposes.
DOMESTIC BUSINESS
Stainless steel 304 pipes are a popular choice in many homes since they are more durable, which means you won't have to replace them every few seasons. Any plumber would recommend stainless steel pipe for your tub, tap, and the rest of the structure, especially exposed pipes, because it is more resistant to the elements. They're also thought to be hardier.
INDUSTRY OF MEDICINE
If doctors use it, it must be safe, therefore that's another steel tick. Steel pipes have been utilized for everything in the medical field, including shattered bones, medical equipment, surgical tools, dental treatments, and even pharmaceutical assistance. Steel's versatility is a testament to its durability, protection, and adaptability.
INDUSTRY OF CONSTRUCTION
This is one of the most obvious uses for steel pipes. They are preferred by many construction companies because they are both pliable and sturdy. Steel pipes are utilized as building piles when the soil is too thin to support the weight of big structures. The structure itself, as well as its architectural style, are frequently included. In fact, construction companies are one of the major steel pipe buyers.
Steel pipes are frequently used in the construction of ships, oil refineries, and even space stations, and they are housed in a shipyard. Steel pipes are a good choice for building on the ground, in the ocean, or in space.
How It Works: Ball Valves
A ball valve is a device with a spherical closure unit that provides on-off control of flow.
Ball valves have a spherical closure unit that provides on/off control of flow. The sphere has a port (bore) through the center. When the valve is positioned such that the bore is aligned in the same direction as the pipeline, it is in the open position, and fluid can flow through it. When rotated 90°, the bore becomes perpendicular to the flow path, meaning the valve is closed, and fluid cannot pass through. Ball, butterfly, and plug valves make up the quarter-turn valve family.
The most common ball valve design is two way, which enables flow to linearly travel from the inlet to the exit. Three- and four-way ball valves enable flow to travel in multiple directions, including 90° angles.
Differences in ball movement
Trunnion-mounted ball valves feature additional mechanical anchoring at the top and bottom on the ball. This design makes them suitable for larger-bore and higher-pressure operations as well as reduces valve torque because the ball is supported in two places. The trunnion-mounted stem absorbs the thrust from the line pressure, preventing excess friction between the ball and seats; therefore, at full-rated working pressure, operating torque remains low.
CAMERON T30 Series fully welded ball valves are trunnion mounted. These ball valves deliver maximum strength and resistance to pipeline pressure and stress. Plus, their compact, spherical design also eliminates body flanges, thus reducing overall size and leak paths.
Floating ball valves are attached only to the stem, not held in place by a trunnion. This sometimes causes the ball to float slightly downstream, which then causes the ball to press against the seat, creating a positive seal.
Rising stem ball valves incorporate tilt-and-turn operation, eliminating seal rubbing—one of the primary causes of valve failure. When the valve is closed, the core is wedged against the seat, ensuring positive shutoff. When the valve is open, the core tilts away from the seal, and flow passes uniformly around the core face.
ORBIT rising stem ball valves leverage this operating principle, delivering fast, low-torque operation and long-term, reliable performance. They also eliminate localized high-velocity flow, which can create uneven seat wear in conventional ball, gate, and plug valves.
Differences in bores
Full-port (fullbore) ball valves have a bore internal diameter (ID) approximately equal to the pipeline ID, which reduces friction and pressure loss across the valve and eliminates flow restrictions. This type of bore is ideal when pigging may be necessary.
Reduced-port (reduced-bore) ball valves have bores that are one or two nominal sizes smaller, providing more restricted flow path that generally result in higher energy losses. Available in full and reduced ports, TK trunnion-mounted ball valves feature robust design, superior sealing, and stainless steel overlays. They are widely used in the oil and gas industry’s most severe service applications.
V-port ball valves have a “V”-shaped ball or seat. Also known as control valves, they control flow velocities when the application requires.
How It Works: Gate Valves
Very low friction loss, saving energy and reducing cost of ownership


All valves are designed to stop, allow, or throttle the flow of a process fluid. Gate valves—one of the original valve designs—are ideally suited for on-off, primarily liquid, service. A gate valve functions by lifting a rectangular or circular gate out of the path of the fluid. When the valve is fully open, gate valves are full bore, meaning there is nothing to obstruct the flow because the gate and pipeline diameter have the same opening. This bore diameter also determines the valve size. An advantage of this fullbore design is very low friction loss, which saves energy and reduces total cost of ownership.

Gate and segment
There are four primary designs for gate valves.
Slab gate valves comprise a single gate unit that raises and lowers between two seat rings and are primarily used for transporting crude oil and NGLs. The G4N fabricated gate valve in the GROVE valves portfolio and the WKM Saf-T-Seal slab gate valve are ideal choices for this application.
Expanding gate valves include two units—a gate and segment—in contrast with slab gate valves, which have one unit. The gate and segment units collapse against each other for travel and separate when the valve is fully opened or fully closed to affect a mechanical seal.
Wedge gate valves are engineered with a tapered gate with metal-to-metal sealing. In contrast with a slab or expanding gate valve, wedge gate valves are not piggable because of the void that is left in the bottom of the valve body when the valve is open. These valves do not have a bore through the gate itself; instead, the gate retracts into the valve body when open, which saves height space.
Knife gate valves are used to cut through extremely thick fluids and dry bulk solids. The design of this valve makes it inherently self cleaning because the knife is cleared of abrasives with each stroke as it passes the seat rings and skirts. The gate unit of this type of valve is thin compared with other gate valve types and is guided in place by the water-type body that sandwiches the gate.

How Smart Homes Work
When you're not home, nagging little doubts can start to crowd your mind. Did I turn the coffee maker off? Did I set the security alarm? Are the kids doing their homework or watching television?
With a smart home, you could quiet all of these worries with a quick glance at your smartphone or tablet. You could connect the devices and appliances in your home so they can communicate with each other and with you.
Any device in your home that uses electricity can be put on your home network and at your command. Whether you give that command by voice, remote control, tablet or smartphone, the home reacts. Most applications relate to lighting, home security, home theater and entertainment, and thermostat regulation.
The idea of a smart home might make you think of George Jetson and his futuristic abode or maybe Bill Gates, who spent more than $100 million building his smart home [source: Lev-Ram]. Once a draw for the tech-savvy or the wealthy, smart homes and home automation are becoming more common.
What used to be a quirky industry that churned out hard-to-use and frilly products is finally maturing into a full-blown consumer trend. Instead of start-up companies, more established tech organizations are launching new smart home products. Sales of automation systems could grow to around $9.5 billion by 2015 [source: Berg Insight]. By 2017, that number could balloon to $44 billion [source: CNN].
Much of this is due to the jaw-dropping success of smartphones and tablet computers. These ultra-portable computers are everywhere, and their constant Internet connections means they can be configured to control myriad other online devices. It's all about the Internet of Things.
The Internet of Things is a phrase that refers to the objects and products that are interconnected and identifiable through digital networks. This web-like sprawl of products is getting bigger and better every day. All of the electronics in your home are fair game for this tech revolution, from your fridge to your furnace.
On the next page, we'll take a look at the technology in a smart home.
Smart home hub security
Because smart home devices connect to the internet and communicate wirelessly, they are inherently at risk of attack. There have been several notable smart home hub security events in recent history, including:
In July 2019, researchers at BlackMarble found an issue with Zipato’s ZipaMicro smart hubs where a combination of three security flaws could be exploited to open a smart lock connected to the hub.
In May 2018, researchers from Pen Test Partners found a five-year-old software flaw in the Z-Wave protocol, dubbed Z-Shave, affecting an estimated 100 million chips in smart home devices sold by more than 2,400 vendors. If attacked, hackers could potentially intercept smart lock keys and unlock home doors.
In February 2018, researchers at Kaspersky Lab found vulnerabilities in an unnamed smart home hub that could potentially allow remote attackers to access the server and exfiltrate user data, resulting in a potential takeover of the entire smart home system.
In 2017, Rapid7 researchers found plaintext credentials stored in configuration files in the Android applications used to control the Wink Hub 2 and Insteon Hubs. Unless the phone had strong authentication, full phone encryption or used Android's built-in secure keystores, user data could be lifted from the app.
In 2016, a Cognosec researcher discovered a flaw in the SmartThings Hub that could potentially allow a robber to break into a smart home by opening smart locks and jamming motion sensors.
To prevent security issues within a smart home hub and entire smart home network, it is suggested to use multifactor authentication, change any default usernames or passwords, update software and firmware, and to never share serial numbers, IP addresses or other sensitive network information. The use of antimalware and avoidance of public Wi-Fi are also advised. Segmenting IoT traffic to a guest network is also an option.
What is a smart switch?
You’re probably familiar with those regular old light switches that you fumble for in the dark, but maybe you’re unclear on what a smart switch is. Good news: you’ve come to the right place.
A smart switch is still a light switch, but with advanced features that help automate your home. They resemble traditional switches and plug into the same spaces that traditional outlets are found, except:
They have radio wave capabilities that allow the switches to connect to a nearby wireless network and become part of the Internet of Things. This makes the devices “smart” and gives them an array of capabilities, including app or voice control.
Their design tends to be a bit more complicated. Some may have extra buttons for more specific light control, while others may come with additional sensors or light indicators.
Smart switches provide a solution for upgrading current light switches that you use every day, typically for built-in lights (as opposed to lamps, which are upgraded with smart plugs instead). Smart switches tend to cost around $50: At this price, You may not want or need to upgrade every switch in your house, but there are probably a few light switches that see very frequent use—these would make good candidates for a smart upgrade.
Benefits of using a smart switch
To get a better idea of how smart switches work and whether or not you want one, let’s look at the benefits and features that these switches provide. Note that other smart devices like smart bulbs also offer similar capabilities, but smart switches tend to be the most cost-effective solution if you’re already happy with your bulbs.
App controls: Smart switches often come with their own smart device app, based on the brand. You can download this app and use it to control the connected light from a mobile device. This means you don’t technically have to use the switch at all, although it’s still handy to have. For example, if you’re on vacation, you could turn on your light at home so that people think someone’s home.
Dimming options: Dimming does depend on the bulbs you are controlling, as not all bulbs support dimming, especially CFL bulbs. However, if your lights are compatible, most smart switches provide dimming options to control brightness until you find the levels you want. You do not need to have a dimmer installed on the actual switch on the wall. Advanced versions can automatically change brightness settings throughout the day, so you get lighter as it grows darker outside.
Smart bulb control: You can control both smart bulbs and smart switches remotely, but you can also link them together in interesting ways. Program a smart switch to turn on smart bulbs through your house, and it will manage those bulbs as well as the lights that it is wired to.
Scheduling: Most smart switch apps also allow you to create schedules for your lighting. This is an increasingly common way of saving energy and providing some extra convenience around the house: You can program lights to come up as you are heading home from work, for instance, or set a vacation program that only keeps a couple lights on at night for safety.
Sensors: Not all smart switches have sensors, but many do. The two most common are the motion sensor, which can detect movement and turn on lights automatically (common in office buildings for energy savings), and the touch sensor that’s used as a modern way of turning the light on and controlling the dimmer.
Integration with more advanced setups: Connect your smart switch to a whole ecosystem of smart devices, and you will quickly find that it can interact in a number of useful ways. You can create “scenes” with your lights that include automatic operation of multiple smart devices at one time. For example, you can connect your lights via the switch to a distant motion sensor, and have the lights turn on when motion is detected. Little scenes like these can change the way that you use your lights.
What is a Motion Sensor?
A motion sensor (or motion detector) is an electronic device that is designed to detect and measure movement. Motion sensors are used primarily in home and business security systems, but they can also be found in phones, paper towel dispensers, game consoles, and virtual reality systems. Unlike many other types of sensors (which can be handheld and isolated), motion sensors are typically embedded systems with three major components: a sensor unit, an embedded computer, and hardware (or the mechanical component). These three parts vary in size and configuration, as motion sensors can be customized to perform highly specific functions. For example, motion sensors can be used to activate floodlights, trigger audible alarms, activate switches, and even alert the police. There are two types of motion sensors: active motion sensors and passive motion sensors. Active sensors have both a transmitter and a receiver. This type of sensor detects motion by measuring changes in the amount of sound or radiation reflecting back into the receiver. When an object interrupts or alters the sensor’s field, an electric pulse is sent to the embedded computer, which in turn interacts with the mechanical component. The most common type of active motion detector uses ultrasonic sensor technology; these motion sensors emit sound waves to detect the presence of objects. There are also microwave sensors (which emit microwave radiation), and tomographic sensors (which transmit and receive radio waves).

What Gaming Chairs do Pros Use?
You may wonder if they use these pro gaming chairs for the sole purpose of appeal or if they serve any other purpose as well. TO answer that in brief, they sure serve a purpose beyond fancy looks. Even though these chairs add up to great overall aesthetics, they are beneficial for long hours of gaming, competing in a gaming competition, and daily long streaming sessions as they are designed ergonomically. They reduce the stress your back and arms take so when you game for long hours; your body does not take a toll.

Streamers and professional gamers often have to sit in the same chair for hours every day, and as we all have experienced, we go from a straight sitting position to a reclined one within the first hour. This can cause backache and shoulder pain in the short term; in the long term, it can cause permanent back problems, muscle damage etc. And when your main job is to sit in the same position every day for hours, like that of streamers, then it can start affecting your body pretty quickly.
A good seat is a racing essential, but there is a lot to know if you want to pick the right seat. This buyer’s guide is meant to help you get started, answering your questions to make sure you are making the right purchase. There are a lot of options, after all, and in the end, you need to make sure you’re asking yourself the right questions.
The chair has 20 years of innovation put behind it, making it one of the most comfortable. It has refined tilt mechanism, adjustable Posture Fit SL, and 8Z Pellicle suspension. You have 3D armrest support for your arms. Aeron is not a one size fit all, so it comes in three different sizes.

One thing you might notice is that it does not have lumbar support, that is because the ergonomics are so advanced that you don’t need one. It does not come with all flashy racing colors but with a mesh on the back which makes long hours of sitting comfortably on your back as well as skin. So, if you are someone who likes to keep their set up minimal and but does not like to give up on comfort, then Aeron is the chair for you. Check our detailed Herman Miller Aeron Review before deciding if it’s best for you.
If you have more questions about racing seats that haven’t been addressed, feel free to comment, and we’ll add your answer to this guide when we can.
When and why is a racing seat recommended?
A racing seat is recommended in a track setting, particularly in a car that isn’t used on the road. Any dedicated racecar should be fitted with a racing seat. A racing seat is meant to hold the driver in place. This increases driver control, providing a better grip on the steering wheel and better foot placement on the pedals. Better driver control means faster laps.
Racing seats are about safety. They are meant to protect you in the event of a crash. A good racing seat can prevent or lessen injuries, and even save your life. Sanctioning bodies require specific standards when it comes to the racing seat you use in your car for just this reason.
In many instances, racing seats also have the added benefit of weight savings.
What features are most important when choosing a seat?
First and foremost, you want the seat to comply with the rules and regulations of your track or sanctioning body. Make sure you know the rules and choose a seat accordingly. The type of racing you’re doing will dictate what type of seat you choose. Pick a seat with the proper support, good construction, and keep in mind any driver needs.
Just as with helmets, and racing suits, certification is important. Look for FIA or SFI approved seats to make sure they’re up to the standards of safety for the type of racing you’re doing.

What Are the Different Types of Forklift Seats?
There are several different types of forklift seats available as direct factory replacements or as upgraded seating. They include ultra-soft forklift seats designed for comfort and tilt-up models that offer little in cushioning, but plenty in the ability to tilt up to remove rainwater from the seat. Many models and styles of forklift seats are similar to other models, with only a small differentiating feature of the seat to differentiate the seat from others. Some seats offer leg and shoulder protection in the event of a rollover, while others provide high-back neck and head protection.One of the most uncomfortable features of the forklift, for many operators, is the seat. Many of the original forklift seats are manufactured from very hard foam to increase the seat's durability, and sitting on this type of seat for an extended period of time can be very uncomfortable. Replacing hard forklift seats with softer versions can not only increase employee morale, it can reduce injuries related to the unforgiving nature of the stock seat materials. Even the slightest bump can be transmitted through the hard seat and into the hips and spine of the operator, creating sore spots and injuries.Some forklift seats are available on a swiveling base to allow the operator to get on and off of the machine without twisting the torso, which can result in injury. The use of swiveling seats can also eliminate the possibility of banging the operators' knees into the steering gear and creating injuries. Choosing forklift seats that have adjustable tracks under the seat can provide comfort options for different-sized operators. This can also convert into better control and better operation of the forklift by placing the operator in a more comfortable seating position to the steering wheel, foot pedals and other mast controls.Seats equipped with armrests can also offer the operator a more comfortable operating posture. The arm rests can be used to place an inventory sheet on as the operator fills a specific order. When used in cold climates, electrically heated seating can often allow an operator to work much longer between breaks, thereby increasing the productivity of the operator during a typical shift. No matter the reason for changing forklift seats, the ultimate goal is often to provide a more comfortable machine for an operator to work from. This equates to less down time due to poor blood circulation in the legs and feet, as well as increased safety by allowing the operator to have better visibility from a seat that can be appropriately adjusted to suit her.
Integration of semi-active devices in Automotive Seating System (ASS) with intelligent control policies help attenuation of the vibration transmitted to the occupant. The current work investigates the effectiveness of a semi-active magnetorheological (MR) damper with ASS for a quarter car model with the application of suitable control algorithms. The system controller calculates the desired damping force using proportional integral derivative (PID), skyhook on/off, PID tuned using genetic algorithm (GA), skyhook continuous and modified skyhook controllers. The signum function damper controller estimates the command voltage required for tracking the desired damping force. The displacement and acceleration of the passive seat system was compared with the semi-active seat suspension system in time and frequency domains. The results from the frequency domain shows that the lowest resonance peaks for the seat system can be achieved using the modified skyhook control policy. The effectiveness of the modified skyhook controller is evaluated in terms of peak to peak (PTP) acceleration, root mean square (RMS) acceleration, frequency weighted RMS acceleration, seat effective amplitude transmissibility (SEAT), vibration dose value (VDV) and crest factor (CF) for enhancing the ride quality. The modified skyhook controller can dissipate the energy better than the passive system. The modified skyhook controller increased the occupant ride quality of SEAT, VDV and CF by 30.41%, 52.84% and 11.62% on account of small bump excitation and 31.76%, 53.27% and 11.02% on account of large bump excitation compared with passive system. The modified skyhook control policy attenuates the vibration better than other control policies addressed in this paper. ? 2019, Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature.

The most common type of fabric used in homecare equipment is nylon, since it is slightly less expensive than vinyl, especially when purchased as replacement upholstery.

Nylon, a synthetic fabric, is somewhat porous, and offers breathability when a patient sits. It is used commonly on ultralight, lightweight and rehab wheelchairs that are usually more expensive overall than standard wheelchairs, due to its porous nature.
Nylon takes longer to reach maximum body heat reflection, thus insulating the user better than vinyl.
A downside is that nylon is harder to clean. Because it is so porous, it absorbs more liquids like body fluids, which it almost permanently retains. This translates into more frequent upholstery replacement depending on the continence needs of the user, or other issues.
Vinyl: Here’s What You Should Know
Vinyl is also a synthetic material. It was created to simulate leather. That’s why it is also known by another nickname: leatherette. Vinyl is a non-woven material that is normally used in hospital settings.
It is non-breathable since it is not porous. As a result, it tends to be warmer than nylon, causing patient perspiration, since it does not allow airflow or ventilation.
Vinyl, a slightly more expensive material than nylon, is used for almost all standard wheelchair upholstery. Colors vary by manufacturer, with black and navy blue the most common. Vinyl upholstery comes in a much broader color range than nylon.
Health Considerations to Keep in Mind
As people age, they lose skin collagen and elastin, decreasing the skin’s tensile strength and making it more susceptible to tears or wounds. Also, this contributes to circulatory issues like the advance of vascular atrophy. If an individual uses a wheelchair for most of their mobility needs, they will have a tendency to develop pressure ulcers due to skin deterioration or muscle loss and pressure on extremities.
All of these issues should be points of discussion with a medical professional in the decision process for what type of wheelchair seat to get, along with the type of upholstery material used on the wheelchair.
Caring for Your Graham-Field Wheelchair
Normal wear and tear will cause all seat and back upholstery to stretch on a wheelchair. Room temperature does not affect nylon, so it takes longer to stretch than vinyl does. Vinyl is affected by temperature changes, and with normal wear and tear, vinyl seat and back upholstery will tend to stretch naturally, and much faster than nylon does.
The most important decision factor in choosing your wheelchair’s upholstery, though, is how easy the fabric is to clean and maintain from a hygiene standpoint.