Sh Pan – A metal try that is designed to catch ash as it is burnt in the fireplace or stove. Often found in fireplaces that use solid fuel. Bars – These sit at the front of a fireplace or stove to keep the coal or wood falling out of the front. Chimney Liner – A Stainless steel pipe inserted into the length of chimney to carry smoke away in an efficient manner. Builders Opening – The opening dimensions in the chimney breast to allow the fitting of the fireplace into the chimney. Clearance – A Clearance is the measurement which is needed to install items. Air Vent – A small grill placed in the wall of a room. This is allows air to travel and replace the air in use by the fireplace or stove.... Read More »
The process of assembly line production revolutionised the way that many products are made. It is an efficient way of making a great number of finished goods, with disadvantages, but a great many advantages too. For manufactures, assembly line styles of production offer many benefits. For example, assembly lines allow for quick and easy assembly of products throughout all stages of production. There are no complex stages that are required for an assembly line to work, components are fitted together in simple stages to create a final product. This means the work can be carried out with little training, or even automated by robots. This keeps costs at a minimum and overall complexity of production down. Using an assembly line means that any maintenance and replacement of parts can be easily done.... Read More »
When seeking an engineering supplier, one of the first things that should be assessed are the kind of supplies that are needed. What tools will be required? What kind of materials will be needed, and in what quantities? These are important things to consider and get right, understanding exactly whats needed in advance is a crucial part of any engineering project. Once the type of supplies have been determined, the next question is where should they be purchased from. A big determining factor in this is if the supplier is located overseas or a domestically. There are advantages and disadvantages for each so it’s important to weigh the pros and cons depending on the requirements of the project. Here are several examples: Domestic suppliers have higher manufacturing quality and labor standards. It’s... Read More »
Industrial cranes are often used for construction and engineering purposes. These types of cranes are designed to perform repeated tasks, day in day out to a level that is often automated. They are built from highly strengthened steel, which increases their cost considerably compared to standard cranes. As a result they are often hired from crane lending companies. There are several different types of cranes that can be used for engineering purposes, but a main distinction between them is whether they are mobile or fixed. A fixed crane will be less versatile than a mobile crane, since it is static and cannot move to different lifting sites. While a mobile crane will be able to travel around, but won’t have the lifting capacity of a fixed crane. These characteristics will determine what... Read More »
Electric Chain Hoist is an advance in technology has allowed the productivity in the world of business to increase and reduce costs at the same time. A chain hoist 1 tonne can do the work of several men or women in a fraction of the amount of time with the workforce is needed less. With a guide and an operator, can make your business more efficient, while investing in an electric chain hoist.
Many power tools use battery packs in order to keep them powered. It’s possible to improve the lifespan and battery life of power tools by keeping their battery packs in good condition. Maintaining A Battery Pack Battery packs are often charged on some kind of charge station, or directly plugged into a mains power supply. These charge stations often charge the battery to 100% capacity, the same is true if the power tool is plugged directly into the mains. To improve the life span of a battery pack it’s recommended to not charge the battery to 100%, but to around 85-95%. Charging the battery to 100% can cause it to lose cycles, and as a result lose power capacity. So charging to around 90% can actually increase the cycles, maintaining it’s... Read More »
Many engineering jobs require a certain level of analysis before they can be carried out safely and successfully. Non-destructive testing is a way for engineering companies to carry out a wide group of analysis techniques. These techniques are used to evaluate the properties of a material, part, product, weld, or system without causing damage. Non-destructive testing can be a highly valuable processes. It offers the opportunity to save both money and time in product evaluation, troubleshooting and research phases of development. Non-destructive testing can include various processes including some kinds of microscopy to examine external surfaces in detail, as well as using a high-speed camera recording to detect any failures. Non-destructive testing is used in various different engineering spheres, including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and civil engineering, as well as certain medical applications. Non-destructive testing services must... Read More »
Passive building design is a way of designing a building so that the natural elements work in accordance with how that building is used. For example a home built with passive design design philosophies in mind would be constructed so that the climate of the area helps to maintain a comfortable climate for the occupants of a home. This can be done by orienting a home so that the sun shines into the living spaces, amplifying the heating of the home, if it is needed. An important consideration for passively designed buildings is that the passive design elements can be adapted and/or controlled in some way. While a passive building makes the most out of natural elements that are always working, sometimes these elements are not in tandem with what works... Read More »
Construction cranes are used for many different purposes and as such are desinged in different ways. Overall though constuction site cranes can be divided into two different catagories: mobile cranes and mower cranes. Mobile cranes are designed so that can travel between lifting sites, as such they are mounted on either trucks or crawlers. Articulating cranes are mobile cranes which make use of a joint between two sections of the boom, allowing it to move in a way similar to a knuckle in a human finger. When articulating cranes are used it’s often so that they can lift and move objects over short distances. However the advantage of an articulating crane comes in the form of its wide range of motion. Telescoping cranes are designed so that two or more... Read More »
Industrial cranes are most often employed on industrial sites that see a lot of incoming or out-coming production. They are designed to remain permanently in one location and provide hauling services as and when it is needed. Cranes of this specification are generally designed to remain permanently in one location, although some models will have a small level of mobility around the site. The cranes are suited to heavy, repetitive tasks that can be automated. An example of a widely used industrial crane is the bridge crane. Traveling on tracks attached to two horizontal beams, a bridge crane uses a trolley system that enables a varied degree of movement. The bridge itself can be moved along a pair of parallel rails, allowing the crane to reach different areas. A bridge crane... Read More »
