Car lifts may be in common use in city car parks, but they are also becoming increasingly popular in people’s homes. They are the perfect solution to some of the problems collectors have with storing their cars close to their home, meaning you don’t need to hire spaces in a car park away from your residence. What’s more, the installation of a car lift may be a good deal cheaper than you had previously imagined.…
Read More »As with other types of aerial lift work equipment, boom lifts expose workers to the risk of falls from height, lift tip-overs and electrocutions (where workers are working near overhead power lines). If you plan on using these pieces of equipment for your job, it is important to think about the safety of your workers. Putting in place steps to prevent boom lift accidents is essential to reducing the number of injuries and deaths reported each year as a result of accidents that occur on the job.…
Read More »Considering that there are different types of pumps out there, choosing the right one for you can be a hard task. Air-driven diaphragm displacement pumps are gaining popularity due to their outstanding features. What makes an air-driven diaphragm displacement pumps ideal and unique is their use of compressed air to function. Generally, compressed air is connected to the pump, the pressure of the air then pushes the diaphragm, and this forces the liquid being pumped to gush out.…
Read More »There is a reason dogs are referred to as man’s best friend. They keep you company while proving the security that other species in the dog family can’t. When you decide to keep a dog, it’s important to ensure that they are comfortable at all times. Kennels and dog-friendly turfs are some of the things you can do to make them feel at home. However, you also have to ensure that the dog does not trespass and wander into areas that it shouldn’t.…
Read More »Hoists, whether made from a chain or wire rope, are an essential part of the production line in industrial operations. Hoists make it easy to lift and move heavy materials which boost productivity. However, hoists are some of the most neglected equipment in most industrial facilities and only attract the attention of facility managers when they fail. When breakdowns happen, production can come to a standstill and affect profitability because of downtime.…
Read More »Scissor lifts and boom lifts are top choices when it comes to lift equipment for reaching elevated spaces. Whether you are working construction or doing some maintenance work high up, you need to ensure that you pick the right equipment for the job. Scissor lifts are the better choice over boom lifts with the following considerations in mind. 1. A Shorter Vertical Reach How high up will you have to go to have easy and safe access to the work area?…
Read More »A ute is versatile, thanks to the tray which you can find in different shapes and sizes depending on the ute’s model. The bigger the tray is, the more items you can store or transport. The best part is that ute trays are made from robust materials that can withstand rough handling. However, if you want to get more service from your ute tray — longer than the manufacturer’s predicted service life — then you need a ute tray liner.…
Read More »Patching up holes in an outdoor area that is paved with bitumen can be quite dangerous. If you need to have this work carried out in your factory’s outdoor area, here are two effective ways to keep everyone involved in this activity safe. Make sure that the handle of the bitumen brush used for the repairs is long enough for the person who will be using it If the holes in the bitumen are fairly small, it would probably be more economical and less disruptive to patch them up with a bitumen brush instead of an asphalt paving machine.…
Read More »Looking for waterproofing supplies for your building? When done correctly, waterproofing ensures water doesn’t enter the building and cause damage. With that said, there are many different waterproofing products available on the construction market. Read on below to learn about some of the most commonly used ones. Sheet Membrane Waterproofing These are essentially plastic-based sheets that can be cold-applied onto a surface using a high-quality adhesive or a torch. The sheets are available in the form of rolls.…
Read More »If recent statistics are anything to go by, then about 53% of all businesses use shipping containers to save on operation costs. It might explain why most business owners hire shipping containers for storage purposes rather than rent brick and mortar space. However, the savings you make by hiring a shipping container only pays off if the shipping container in question is in good condition. If the container is in poor condition, then you will be exposing your valuables to the elements.…
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