From the crafting of one-off aluminium auto body panels, to the mass production of steel computer covers and chassis, cutting sheet metal is the most crucial procedure in the entire metal fabrication process. It’s the first operation in most manufacturing plans, and regardless of whether it’s performed with small benchtop shears or a CNC-controlled guillotine, it’s also the stage where fabrication businesses are under the most pressure to prove their viability. Raw materials are costly, which is why it’s so important for the shearing machinery being used in cutting operations to be capable of performing maximum cutting action, but with minimal waste or distortion. And this is especially true when working with expensive alloys and metal substrates with long lead times, where even a single [&hellip
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According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the occupations with the highest rates of work-related injuries in 2021–2022 were community workers – 7.0%, drivers and operators of machinery – 6.5%, labourers – 5.7%, and tradies and technology workers – 5.3%. This goes to show that people with manual jobs working in industrial settings are faced with the biggest risk of injury
The cutting-edge equipment and machinery available nowadays have made welding seem like a pretty straightforward process of joining metal pieces together. However, this simple process involves the use of various energy sources, such as electric arcs, lasers, molten metal baths and gas flames which can pose life-threatening safety hazards on the job
At some point, every contractor, tradie, and homeowner finds themselves in need of a silicone-based adhesive. From its everyday usefulness in filling gaps around kitchen and bathroom fixtures to reinforcing fireproof joints between walls and doors in skyscrapers, the range of silicone adhesive formulations is as extensive as the number of roles they’re required to fill
Canopies and toolboxes are the additions that most ute owners choose to install before anything else. Sitting on tubs or trays, these aftermarket accessories make the most of the available space and are one way in personalising your vehicle to meet specific needs. Tradies will want a smaller toolbox or fully kitted canopy for the practicality and versatility these add-ons bring. And anyone into serious off-roading is only limited by imagination as to what to fit inside for that ultimate off-roading adventure. Why Have a Canopy Fitted? Canopies widen the scope of ‘utility’ in ‘utility trucks’. They not only look purposeful but increase the overall storage capacity of the vehicle, meaning drivers can carry everything they need in a single go. This can be tools, building materials, heavy equipment, or off-road and camping gear. Owners [&hellip
You probably know that inert metal gas welding (MIG) is one of the most popular types of welding. It’s the most commonly used one, as it’s relatively easy to learn yet provides superb welding results. It’s also affordable, flexible and portable, and doesn’t require any type of electrical equipment. On top of all this, you can weld cut, weld and braze most types of metal. I’ll go through the basics of gas welding and the gas welding supplies required to successfully weld using this method
Naturally, as summer draws to a close and the cooler months approach, we’re thinking more about heating than cooling. Your bathroom’s heating and exhaust system are among the many important factors to take into account. While being warm in the bathroom is essential for your comfort, the combination of warm air and wetness can be disastrous! Therefore, choosing the appropriate exhaust fan is crucial. The following tips may lead you in the process
Getting in a knot over which wires and cables you need? With hundreds of different types, not to mention the countless applications, choosing the right cable for your next project can seem a bit of a task. There’s huge variation as to how cables and wires are designed, the materials of which they are made, and where they are safe to be used. Knowing the basics will ensure that your wiring is safe and up to current standards
If you buy a tool kit, it will help to understand what it is. Tool sets are not the same thing as tools. Tools are one-offs, things you buy to use once or a few times and then throw away. If you have a tool kit, though, you can repeat the same job with different tools without having to buy anything new. Tools are one-offs; tool kits are repeatable. A hammock is a one-off, and so is a screwdriver
In order to avoid this mistake, you should find a trusted tool store. In fact, this is one of the first steps towards having a successful purchase