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A trademan's life

On the back of the mining boom it's finally cool to be a tradie again - and thank goodness because I can't think of anything worse than being a desk jockey! The trick to earning big dollars at the moment isn't having a fancy law degree - it's being good with your hands and able to to fix and maintain any industrial equipment. Everyday is a new challenge in this job, with new problems coming up all the time. You'll never get bored! This site has loads of tips and tricks on maintain common and uncommon industrial and mining equipment.

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3 Tips for Building With Wooden Pallets

One of the largest projects you can do with wooden pallets or used export pallets is building a shed or dwelling. Regardless of the type of building you have in mind for your used wooden pallets, there are some tips and tricks that can help with the building process. These tips can help make the building more comfortable and allow you to add to the integrity of the building. Here are three tips to help you with the building process while using wooden pallets or export pallets. Read More 

3 Important Ways PVC Strip Curtains Can Cut Down on Your Energy Bills

There are plenty of benefits that come along with hanging PVC strip curtains in your working environment, and the ability to cut down on your energy bills is probably the most compelling. In fact, this happens in multiple ways. When businesses hang PVC strip curtains in their cargo or storage areas, they're commonly stunned to discover just how much lower their monthly utility costs get. Here are just three ways PVC strip curtains can curtail your use of power. Read More 

Three Suitable Materials for Plastic Product Display Fabrication

There are numerous benefits attached to choosing plastic for product display fabrication. The material is strong and resilient, so it is not vulnerable to easy damage through impact, moisture, and similar factors. Plastic products are also durable, so you will enjoy prolonged service. You will also have an easy time handling the fabricated items because they will be lightweight. Additionally, the cost of plastic is considerably low, especially when compared to alternative materials. Read More 

3 Tips for DIYers to Powder Coat Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF)

Powder coating is an essential industrial process that entails the application of solvent-free paint on a surface such as MDF. The powder, which is mixed with binders, is applied on the surface of the MDF and then the board is baked at high temperatures to cure the paint. The cooling process that follows leaves a seamless finish, making MDF ideal for most commercial and residential projects. Powder coating is eco-friendly compared to other methods that use conventional liquid paint, which contains hazardous water and air pollutants that affect the ecosystem. Read More 

Your Complete Guide to the Air-operated Double Diaphragm Pump

Air-operated double diaphragm pumps are among the variety of displacement pumps available in the market. Just like its other counterparts, the pump relies on the displacement of air to create a vacuum or space that facilitates the flow of fluid from one point to another. If you are looking for a pump for your business or industrial applications, here is your complete guide to understanding the air-operated double diaphragm pump: Read More