Did you know that around 500 million litres of oil sold in Australia is recycled? It is significant progress, especially if you consider historical data. Unfortunately, most people do not know that waste oil can be reclaimed and reused. For instance, if you run a small auto repair shop, it is better to recycle waste oil rather than dispose of it in landfills where it will harm the surrounding community. Here are some facts about waste oil recycling that will help you decide on the most appropriate recycling approach.
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For new welders finding their feet in a metal fabrication shop, the concern is usually directed at protecting the eyesight from the weld glow or burns from the sparks. However, there is another issue new welders must watch out for during welding, and that is weld fumes. As you heat the base metal and the filler, vapours emanate from the arc. Just as you need protection from the high-intensity arc glow, you need to protect yourself from weld fumes.
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Generators provide an alternative source of power for many different domestic and industrial applications. Over the years, generators have been designed to be more powerful, portable and easier to maintain. You can now purchase a smaller generator with a sturdy build and efficient power output.
In fact, 2019 witnessed the release of new generator models that provide superior performance with minimal maintenance. If you're looking to purchase a new generator for 2019, here are 4 features you can expect to see.
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The old adage 'it's what's inside that counts' applies just as much to cars and other vehicles as it does to human beings, and whether you make stock interior pieces for a major vehicle manufacturer or custom aftermarket interiors for modding enthusiasts, you want to ensure that the plastic portions of your interior trim pieces are made as well as they possibly can be. However, there are a number of ways to craft plastic interior trim for vehicles, and no two are quite alike.
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For metals such as steel and iron, exposure to oxygen can be a nightmare during the manufacturing process. This is because oxygen results in corrosion and rusting of the surface and can render the metallic raw materials unfit for downstream manufacturing. However, when aluminium is exposed to oxygen, its properties can become enhanced in many different ways.
Anodising refers to the process of oxidising the surface of aluminium in order to enhance aesthetic appeal, add durability, or create a specific finishing on the surface.
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