The new rules of socks: novelty ones are out – but yes you can wear them with sandals
You may have noticed that print socks aren’t what they used to be. Think back: for a long time socks were just something you used to cover your feet. Possibly…
Backlit Film Printing The Eco-friendly Way
An eye-catching, large format display typically used for restaurant menu boards,
movie posters, and trade show displays, the
advertising backlit film
is also sometimes known as a light box display.…
Basics of electrical conduit
The first electrical distribution system provided direct current to residential
and commercial customers in lower Manhattan. It was built by Edison Illuminating
Co., beginning in 1882. Earlier in the century,…
Why ATVs Are Great to Ride in the Summer
What do I think is worth adventuring on? ATVs!
Gas ATV tires and durability allow you
to explore areas that your traditional motorcycle can’t handle, and it’s a
totally different experience. That doesn’t…
My PC Gaming Chair: PU-leather or fabric?
When you’re looking for a PC Gaming Chair, it’s obvious that you only want the best. You don’t want to be spending money on something that isn’t going to properly support you while you’re gaming, of course!…
What You Need To Know About Red Light Therapy
What Is Red Light Therapy?
Red light therapy (RLT) is a treatment that may help skin, muscle tissue, and other parts of your body heal. It exposes you to low levels of red or near-infrared…
Marble Fireplace: How Can I Choose the Best One?
Marble is one of the most popular natural stone materials used in interior design. It is both beautiful and durable, making it an ideal fit for any home. While you will need to keep up on maintenance,…
Dicyandiamide has more inhibitory activities on nitrification than thiosulfate
Dicyandiamide (DCD) and thiosulfates are two type of nitrification inhibitors (NIs) that have been widely used in agriculture to improve nitrogen (N) fertilizer use…
The Best Table Saw Blades for Sharp Cuts
While a good table saw makes large jobs easier and more accurate when it comes to cutting wood, it’s only as good as its blade. A quality blade used for the right job can help you achieve the intended results,…
The Best Dish Rack for Draining and Drying All of Your Dishes
It’s said that there are two types of people in the world. And when it comes to kitchen clean-up, that's true: There are those who have a dishwasher in the kitchen, and those who are…
How to look after your spa cover
Your spa’s cover is an essential element in looking
after your spa. Knowing how to maintain it will make all the difference.
How do I…
Benefits of Using Biodegradable Disposables
The Great Pacific garbage patch, which is a massive plastic garbage floating
halfway between Hawaii and California, has grown to 1.6 million square kilometers
or about thrice the size of France. The…
Understanding Metal Stamping
Metal stamping is a
cold-forming process that makes use of dies and stamping presses to transform sheet
metal into different shapes. Pieces of flat sheet metal, typically referred to as
blanks, is fed into a sheet…
How To Choose The Right High Brightness LCD Panel?
Due to the increasing use of electronic products, there are many electronic
products used outdoors. How to choose a high-brightness LCD panel, the article
content will give you a few points on…
What Is A LAN Cable and LAN?
There was a question that came up not too long ago from someone browsing our
website. They noticed that we commonly changed the terms in which we refer to our
cables. Most notably is the way we mention Ethernet and…
What are leggings?
What is the purpose of leggings?
Leggings in
various forms and under various names have been worn for warmth and protection by
both men and women throughout the centuries.
What is the difference between tights and…
What is a thermocouple sensor?
Thermocouple sensor is perhaps the most simple and robust electronic temperature sensing devices imaginable. They consist only of two wires made out of dissimilar metals, attached together in a junction, which is placed…
Why you need an ergonomic office chair
You may be familiar with the term ergonomic. I’m sure you’ve heard of it in relation to office furniture. I bet you’ve had an ergonomic keyboard, mouse or even piece of furniture. If you’ve never had an ergonomic…
FOUR DIFFERENT TYPES OF FREIGHT SHIPPING SERVICES AND THE TECHNOLOGY THEY USE
Freight shipping services and transport can be defined as the process of moving commodities and merchandise goods and cargo. The term shipping originally referred to the…
Surprising and Unexpected Ways to Use Baby Wipes
Here’s something you might not know… Baby wipes aren’t just for babies!
Can adults use baby wipes? Absolutely!
You can use baby wipes to clean kitchen counters or to wipe down the inside…
How much does an office chair really cost you?
Most people think all office chairs are similar and have the same qualities - you just need your employees to sit down and work, right? Wrong! This is definitely not the case. Find out what the real cost…
Characteristics of Centrifugal Pumps
Pumps are generally grouped into two broad categories—positive displacement pumps and dynamic (centrifugal) pumps. Positive displacement pumps use a mechanical means to vary the size of (or move) the fluid chamber…
Door Shells vs. Door Skins
Do I need a door skin or do I need a door shell? That's one of the most common questions asked when it comes to repairing dented or rusted doors. In this article, we'll clarify exactly what door skins and door shells…
Is This Deep Fryer Right for You?
I’ve often thought I’d like to own a deep fryer—I love hush puppies and fried chicken, but I’m not crazy about the mess and smells I get from deep-frying in a pot on the stove. So I decided to try out one of the…
What is Phenoxyethanol in Skin Care? Is it Safe?
Is there anything more annoying than cleaning out the fridge to find that half the food in it has spoiled? Well, without some type of preservative, that’s exactly what would happen to your skin…
More Efficient Plant Growth with Quantum Dots by Nanoco Lighting
Using LEDs for plant growth
lights is nothing new, nor is the use of QDs in LED lighting. While it is
already proven that LED systems have big advantages over conventional plant…
Why You Should Be Using Outdoor Fabric for Basically Everything
The world of outdoor fabrics has evolved. We are no longer limited to a range of
heavy acrylics in tropical prints. Instead of stiff, scratchy cushions, we can
enjoy soft,…
Recycled Fabric : Sustainable Fabric or Not
Today, many companies are jumping on to the sustainability bandwagon. This is because sustainability has become a need in modern times rather than being an advantage. Everybody knows about the ill effects…
What is a Power Relay?
A power relay is a switch that uses an electromagnet to open or close a circuit. The basic design of a relay utilizes an electromagnet coil, an armature, a spring and one or more contacts. If the power relay is designed to…
What is Additive Manufacturing (AM)?
A technical committee under ASTM international finally defined these processes
appropriately as Additive Manufacturing (AM), as the technology builds 3D parts by
adding material, as compared to subtractive…
Organic Chemistry Introduction
Organic chemistry is
more than simply the study of carbon or the study of chemicals in living organisms.
Organic chemistry is everywhere.
What Organic Chemistry Is
Organic chemistry is the study of carbon…
Why ETFE wire material is gaining popularity?
ETFE is one of the most robust materials out there and that is the reason behind it being used to manufacture high-quality wires. Here are some of the major factors that contribute to the gaining…
All About Diaphragm Valves
Basic engineering devices such as valves contribute to almost every complex system. These mechanical/electromechanical devices regulate media flow and come in dozens of unique varieties; to see all the different types of…
How to Pick the Right Battery Charger
Let me start with a disclaimer: BatteryStuff.com does not sell inexpensive, off-the-shelf battery chargers often found at retail outlets and certain other online stores. We cater specifically to…
How they help with up-close vision
What are reading glasses?
Reading glasses, available in over-the-counter or prescription versions, improve the ability to read something up close, such as a book or a computer screen.
Alabama optometrist Dr.…
Omnidirectional heliport LED light improves helicopter safety
Avlite Systems has introduced an innovative LED inset heliport light which is a LED omnidirectional inset lighting fixture light that addresses FATO (final-approach take-off),…
What Is A Bubble Wrap?
Bubble Wrap is essentially a plastic sheet comprising air bubbles that people use to safeguard things while being sent or moved by post from one place to another. The presence of air bubbles protects against any harm to fragile…
8 Reasons People Love To Grill Out
Since we all have indoor kitchens, it can strike one as a little funny, when you think about it, how many humans love to venture outside their perfectly conditioned interiors to BBQ their food in the thick of the…
Which Dryer Is Right For Me?
Needed not just to save time, but also to get “the right look”, pet grooming dryers are some of the most important pieces of equipment in a pet grooming salon. The decision of which to buy can be complicated. The type…
Plant Extracts
There are some 500,000 species of higher plants around the world, of which around 70,000 serve as a basis for plant-based drugs. Much as applications for vegetable active ingredients vary, they all share one common feature: they are…
Benefits of Face Towels for a Healthy Skin
Many think about towels as a product we use without giving it much idea. For
others, however, towels speak to their little components of self-spoiling, comfort,
and even extravagance.
In the event…
7 Types of Industrial Storage Tanks Explained
Industrial storage tanks are containers used for storage of gas, oil,
water, and petrochemical products, employed for industrial uses. Industrial storage
tanks come in different sizes and shapes.…
Why Running Socks Are As Important As Your Running Shoes
Running socks are as important to a runner's comfort and performance as a decent pair of running shoes. Choosing the wrong pair of socks could lead a blisterful rather than a blissful…
Emerging Technologies in Warp Knitting
Warp knitting is a process in which the yarn is knitted up wards instead of a single row, following the adjacent columns known as wales. In warp knitting the total number of individual yarns is equal to the…
What is the use of stainless steel decorative sheet
Do you know what are the three advantages that the colored stainless steel decorative sheet brings us?
Please look down:
Stainless steel has a very important meaning in the development of China’s…
THE MOST BASIC TYPES OF FRP GRATINGS
In our last post, we told you 5 things you need to know about
FRP Grating. For those of you
that are not familiar with Fibre Reinforced plastic/polymer grating, this article
will give you a simplified…
How to Use a Protein Shaker Bottle
An easy-to-clean protein
shaker bottle provides a healthy way to mix protein drinks on-the-go. The
shaker consists of a cup or bottle with tight-sealing lid, often with a drinking
spout.
The most important…
The price and use of silicon slag
As one of the metallurgical materials purchased in large quantities by
manufacturers, silicon slag has an
irreplaceable advantage. The price of silicon slag is relatively low compared with
other ferroalloy…
What is CNC Machining?
The term CNC stands for 'computer numerical control', and the
CNC
machining definition is that it is a subtractive manufacturing process that
typically employs computerized controls and machine tools to remove…
4 TRENDY ALTERNATIVES TO CREDIT CARD SLEEVES
If you’re the type of person who carries cards instead of cash, you might want
to look into buying a credit card sleeve. Credit card sleeves are a minimalist alternative to leather wallets that are…
BBQ tools
After the grill itself, a set of BBQ tools is the next most important item to tick off
your shopping list. You need to be able to flip food safely to avoid burns and your
standard kitchen utensils might not be long enough to maintain a…
Natural Stone - Everything You Need To Know
Natural stone slabs are one of the oldest and most reliable building materials on
the market. Offering one of a kind designs with a variety of benefits, it’s no
wonder why natural stone has
been the…
Titanium Brompton has always been respectably light in relation to their toughness and carrying capacity, but at around 25 lb for a well-geared model not otherwise stripped down, that's more than most can carry comfortably past a short while. The…
If there is one industry that really needs hygienic and efficient processes it is the pharmaceutical industry. The approval of the use of any drug must follow strict biosafety protocols to guarantee the purity of its components, both active principal…
Whenever I’m with any human being and pull out my phone to check something I will always meet a shocked face of horror. It doesn’t matter who it is, I will always receive a mix of dirty looks and shock when my phone exits my pocket. Why might you ask?…
An electric cable has the purpose of transporting electrical energy from one point to another. Depending on their final application, House Wiring Cables can have different configurations, always basing their design on national and international…
DOT Truck (Tractor Trailer) marking requirements were set up by the FMCSA to help improve visibility in low light conditions and reduce the probability of fatal motor vehicle crashes into the sides or back of stopped or parked trucks and tractor trailers…
What are Plastic Pallets?
Plastic Pallets are rigid structures that provide mechanical stability to a bulk quantity of goods during handling to preserve their quality. Handling includes all activities related to lifting, moving from one point to…
Dog Water Bottles typically have a ball bearing which forms a vacuum with the metal tube in the bottle and this creates a seal preventing the water flow. When the ball bearing is licked it breaks the vacuum seal and releases the water by acting like an…
Electric lighting has long been synonymous with incandescent light, the light provided by the basic lightbulb that dates back to the 1800s. It was first mass-produced by Thomas Edison and his Edison Electric Company in the 1880s.
Today, electric…
One thing that all schematics have in common is the utter inability to drive a motor, or blink an LED, or filter out noise, or do any of the other useful and interesting things that we expect electrical systems to do. A schematic is, after all, just a…
Several modern conveniences that we enjoy every day are made possible thanks to vacuum forming. Without this versatile manufacturing process, life-saving medical devices, food packaging, and automobiles might look very different.
Read on to learn…
Very large tonnages are also used in the manufacture of monolithic and brick
refractories. It is also mixed with other materials such as flake graphite for other,
more difficult applications are envisaged, such as pouring spouts and sliding gate…
Connectors used in automotive applications enable everything from stereo systems to drivetrains. As these systems become more connected, more automated, and more energy-efficient, they require Automotive Connectors that can deliver high-speed connectivity…
When to use Steel vs. Fiberglass Grating (FRP)
Floor gratings can be manufactured using several different materials and various
types of steel, and aluminum, also including fiberglass, Buyers must choose the
material that will best perform the…
When it comes to makeup, applying false eyelashes ranks pretty high in terms of
difficulty (or at the least, intimidation), right up there with winged liner and
impeccable contouring. That's why we’re here to demystify all of your questions…
When purchasing a Sheet Fiber Laser Cutting Machine, there are a number of things to
consider, this goes far beyond the purchase price or service intervals. But what
exactly has to be taken into consideration? This guideline might help.
1- What…
Since the spring of 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated worldwide to raise
awareness and responsibility for the environment. And while the planet, and the
living organisms that inhabit it, are being compromised by all kinds of pollution,
plastic…
Most backyard gardeners don’t need an entire shed full of tools to tend to their
vegetable gardens—a few sturdy hand tools will do the trick! This is especially true
if you garden in raised beds or containers. Using a big rake on a raised bed is…
Plastic can be a problem. It might seem strange for a company called “Plastic
Place” to acknowledge such a thing, but it is absolutely true. While the invention
of plastic has done a massive amount for humanity, revolutionizing everything from…
Borosilicate
Glass is a specialized form of glass that uses boric acid as a component in its
fabrication. The result of the addition of the element boron is a type of glass that
is very resistant to thermal shock and exhibits a much lower…
What is a chainsaw?
The clue is in the name! A
ChainSaw has two main parts: a saw blade built into a chain, wrapped around a
long metal guide bar, and a small, one-cylinder gasoline (petrol) engine (sometimes
an electric motor powered by a cord…
Switch Solenoid is used in
high power circuits for switching purposes by using a small electrical control
signal. This switch mainly uses decision making as well as extensive logic circuits
to perform on economical microchips & tiny electronic…
The short version: because your car will have a higher luminous efficacy. Now for
the long version: First of all, we should state that not all HID (High Intensity
Discharge) headlamps are using Xenon as the weapon of choice. Some use Mercury
vapors,…
What is a spiral steel pipe?
Spiral Welded Pipe Line
is made by steel coil, extrusion forming under the normal temperature, then
taken the technology of double wire and double-faced submerged-arc welded. Spiral
steel pipe, also known as spiral…
Throughout history, a variety of outside influences and internal preferences have
motivated women across the globe concerning their choices in clothing. While obvious
factors, such as protection and warmth are some of the reasons why a woman puts on…
Home Textile Fabrics
make up such a big part of home décor, from sofas and chairs to headboards and bed
linen to decorative items like cushions, throws and table runners. With Asian Paints
launching three lines of furnishings, furniture and lighting…
Though the part is destined to soar, the method of machining is often slow and
earthbound. For aircraft structural components, a common approach to machining
involves laying the part beneath a gantry. That gantry may move at a relatively slow
feed…
The full-body Harness Buckle
is perhaps the most common piece of equipment in the fall protection industry.
It is also possibly one of the most under-considered. A harness is a necessity for
almost any worker in a fall arrest, fall restraint, or…
Exhaust Flexible Pipe is
flexible metal pipe sections that are used either in areas where an exhaust pipe
needs to be flexible, or to repair a damaged exhaust system. While they are all-
metal, it is common for one to fail and require replacement.…
What is a relay?
A Relay is an electromechanical or
electronic device through which a heavy load can be switched ON & OFF with a nominal
input of current & voltage. This article focuses on electro-mechanical relays used in
automotive…
What are cable ties and what are they used for?
They’re fasteners that bundle your cables and wires together to keep them
organised and prevent damage. They come in different sizes, lengths, materials and
even colours. The different uses of Cable…
The Strapping Belt is one of
the most commonly used means of unitization and bundling in the packaging industry.
There are multiple types of strapping products available, as well as many application
types, but strapping is especially used in…
Budget, space, and health goals can all influence the type of home exercise
equipment that suits a person best. Luckily, there are many options to choose from.
It is often possible to get a thorough workout at home, and finding new gear can
help…
On July 5, 1946, French designer Louis Réard unveils a daring two-piece swimsuit
at the Piscine Molitor, a popular swimming pool in Paris. Parisian showgirl Micheline
Bernardini modeled the new fashion, which Réard dubbed “bikini,” inspired by a…
The Organic Heat
Carrier Furnace is a new type of special boiler, also known as a hot oil
heater. It has the characteristics of low pressure and high temperature operation.
The heating temperature can reach 340°C in liquid phase or 400°C in vapor…
There are many reasons why a massage therapist might be wearing
Massage Gloves.
Intra-oral massage – Intra-oral massage is a specialized type of massage
therapy that can aid in the relief of jaw problems such a TMJ dysfunction.…
Once you have decided that learning how to box is a personal goal of yours then
you should start looking at investing in Boxing Equipment for the home that will help you achieve this goal.
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU NEED TO START BOXING?
Boxing Hand…
What is a Fastener?
A fastener is a non-permanent or permanent mechanical tool that rigidly connects
or affixes two surfaces or objects together. Non-permanent fasteners can easily be
removed without damaging the joined materials. The removal of…
PLC (Planar Lightwave Circuit) splitter is an important component in PON (passive
optical network) where a single optical input is split into multiple outputs. This
makes it possible to deploy a Point to Multi Point physical fiber network with a…
We carry an extensive line of Lord mounts, which are designed to manage the
vibration, noise and shock that can cause mechanical systems to fail. The key to
isolating vibration is to reduce its transmission to a component or supporting
structure. In…
Designing a Wine and
Beverage Label is an intensely personal undertaking for most wineries. The
label is your opportunity to communicate the winery’s spirit and your passion for
creating a unique product. Relying on the brand logo and information…
The kart’s Transmission
Parts consist of a chain, gear wheel and sprocket. Elements that we all know
but which, unlike other vehicles, for example, bicycles or motorcycles, are subjected
to greater stress due to the forces involved and the absence…
What Makes The Perfect Gaming Chair?
Comfort
Obviously, one of the important factors to consider when choosing a
Gaming Chair is how
comfortable it is. The chances are you’re going to be parking your behind in it for
a good chunk of time, so…
A Solvent Dye is a type of
color dye that dissolves in organic solvents, creating a solution. The ability to mix
with solvents is due to the non-polar nature of the dye chemicals. This class of
colorings is used in a range of products including…
Solar Panels are a great way
to offset energy costs, reduce the environmental impact of your home and provide a
host of other benefits, such as supporting local businesses and contributing to
energy independence.
1. Reduce or eliminate energy…
Introduction
One of the most common methods of converting plastics from the raw material form
to an article of use is the process of Plastic Injection Mold. This process is most typically used for
thermoplastic materials which may be successively…
Silk is a natural fiber known for its luster, shine, strength, and durability,
and it has a long trading history across the world. Silk is the epitome of luxury due
to its high cost to produce, soft feel, and elegant appearance, and it is thus a…
The staple of protective Disposable Clothing is The Type 5 & 6 coverall, alternatively known
as “disposable”, "single-use" or sometimes even "paper"
coveralls (although they are not paper!). They are relatively simple to produce,…
Each skating discipline requires special frame features. You’ll need handiness
and reactivity in slalom, rigidity and efficiency in speed, comfort in long-distance,
solidity and sliding in street, etc.
Frames can be molded, pressed, extruded or…