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Processing and manufacturing can be a costly and complex business. Learn tips for having the best practices in the industry.

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Why You Should Choose Recyclable Bottles

25 May 2017
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When you are purchasing bottles for your packaging application, it is important to know that not all bottles are made the same. Some are made from recyclable materials while others cannot be recycled. While you are free to choose any product you like from the two options, you might first want to know why recyclable bottles find favour in the eyes of many businesses operating across Australia. Reduces demand for energy
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Sheet Metal Construction: Three Design Considerations for Folded Panel Fabrication

17 January 2017
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Sheet metal bending is a critical process in custom fabrication. This machining procedure produces folded panels which are useful for diverse construction applications. In ideal circumstances, you should engage a designer if you are planning to order custom folded panels for this type of installation. However, you can create an initial rough design using general know-how. Here are considerations to help you in designing folded panels for construction. Bend Radius
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Tips on How to Get Quality Aluminium Railings For Your Deck

8 November 2016
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Aluminium is one of the best metals that you can choose for your deck railing project. It is a lightweight yet durable and affordable metal with low maintenance requirements. Since the deck railings are usually exposed to the elements, aluminum makes a suitable candidate due to its high resistance to corrosion even with exposure to the elements. However, to enjoy these benefits of aluminium and get quality deck railings, you need to pay attention to the project, right from the fabrication of aluminium to the installation stage.
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Factors to Consider When Choosing the Best Grease for Your Application

12 October 2016
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Regular lubrication of moving parts of machinery, equipment, and fixtures is essential for prolonging their life and preventing premature wear and tear. The process of lubrication requires you to choose the best grease for the application and apply the suitable lubrication techniques. There are numerous grease manufacturers in the industry today; therefore, making the right choice for your equipment can be daunting. Here are some useful tips that can help you determine the best grease that will effectively lubricate your equipment.
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Why You Should Powder Coat Your Steel Structure

21 June 2016
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Investing in construction can be quite expensive. As such, when contemplating a finish for your steel building, you should select something that is both functional as well as aesthetically appealing. One of the most ideal finishes for steel structures is powder coating. This type of finish is made up of both pigments as well as resin compounds. Once these particles have been electrically charged, they are directly sprayed onto your steel structure.
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About Me
Insiders View: Best Practices In Processing And Manufacturing

Processing and manufacturing can be a costly and complex business. Hello there. My name is Ian, and I spent most of my working life as an accountant for processing and manufacturing companies. This definitely gave me an insider's view of the industry! I am recently retired and wish to share what I have learned about best practice and cost saving in the processing and manufacturing sector. I hope to cover topics such as sourcing manufacturers, quality assurance and budgeting. I sincerely hope that you find some of this information beneficial. Please stay for a while and browse through my posts. Thank you.