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The Basics Behind Cooling Towers
You’ve probably seen countless cooling towers without realizing it — many businesses rely on these devices to maintain an ideal temperature for many different machines and heat-producing processes. Here’s just a little more information about these devices, how they function, and why they matter: What is a cooling tower? There are many different types of…
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Three Commonly-Asked Questions About API 653 Inspections
For anyone who owns and operates above ground storage tanks, adhering to the American Petroleum Institute (API)’s various standards and regulations for these tanks is crucial. These standards are in place to help prevent tank spills and leaks, protecting public health along with the environment. Because of this, it’s advised that you have your tanks…
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What to Know About Gears
We use gears in so many aspects of our lives and may not even realize the importance these tiny parts play in our life. They’ve been around for centuries–in fact, gears are one of the oldest tools that transfer motion. A gear (also known as a cogwheel) is a circular piece of metal that has…
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Women and CNC Machining Why This Industry is an Excellent Career Path For Women
Rosie the riveter would be proud of what modern day women have accomplished, as well as the integral role they play in the male-dominated field of CNC machining. Thanks to the sacrifices, dedication, and hard work of women from past generations, today’s Renaissance women have truly revolutionized the CNC industry, changing it for the better.…
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The Pros and Cons of Switching to Hydrogen Fuel Cell Forklift Batteries
In most warehouses today, the go-to technology for powering forklift trucks is the lead-acid forklift battery. However, these batteries, which involve the use of cells that work to convert stored chemical energy into active electric energy, are a subject of great concern due to the number of safety issues they create for warehouse personnel. In…
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Three Things Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know About Working With a 3PL
When it comes to operating a small business, the shipping department is one of many moving parts that needs to be watched constantly and is an essential part of many small businesses. It’s also one of the most expensive parts of running a retail business. When it comes to streamlining processes, evaluating the efficiency of…
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FILM To Light a Candle – Baha’i Education Under Fire in Iran
A powerful new documentary film called To Light A Candle will be screened at the downtown Spokane Public Library (906 West Main Street) on Feb. 27 from 4:30-6 p.m. The film is 55 minutes long and will be followed by a discussion. Both the screening and the discussion will take place in meeting room 1A.…
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The Top Three Ergonomic Items Every Warehouse Needs
Warehouses and distribution centers are one of the most common workplaces in the world, and most of these workplaces rely on a good deal of physical labor from their personnel in order to complete their everyday operations. In the United States alone, more than 145,000 people work in a warehouse environment. If you’re a warehouse…
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Why You Have to Pay So Much Shipping
When you buy something online or from a catalog, the excitement of getting something new is often dampened by the added cost of shipping and handling. The cost of delivering your item from warehouse to your door can sometimes cost as much as the item itself! This is because many things are not actually “shipped”…
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Gears and Their Uses
Did you know that gears are one of the oldest tools around that transfers motion? Gears comes in all shapes and sizes–worm gears, spur gears, bevel gears, and many more. Like the product they produce, gear manufacturers come in a variety–from gear pump manufacturers to specialized gears, like spur gear manufacturers or bevel gear manufacturers.…