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This is What a Massive 500 Gallon Propane Tank Explosion Looks Like

If there's one thing that you want to avoid with anything that's propane powered from your grill to your heater, It would most obviously be a situation that would put the propane tank in danger of building up enough pressure to explode and send shrapnel flying everywhere. While these tanks are fitted with safety...

The Truth About Bottled Water That You're Not Supposed To Know

The Way You Hang Your Roll Of Toilet Paper Says A Lot About You

How do you hang your toilet paper? Under the roll and closer to the wall? Or do you hang your toilet paper over the roll? Well, a new study suggests there [...]

Should you repair or replace your air compressor?

Have you been putting a lot of time and money into repairing your air compressor? It may be time to replace. We can help you decide.

Is Your Air Compressor in the Right Spot?

Your air compressor is the heart of the manufacturing facility. If you do not have compressed air, other equipment will not run thus production will come to a halt. One of the largest and most important investments your company makes is the air compressor. These statements are true for most every manufacturing facility in …

Do I need a backup air compressor?

One is the loneliest number- and if that one is the only air compressor your facility is relying on, it’s the most expensive number, too. If you only have one compressor and no backup, a catastrophic failure can cost you in production time and on your bottom line. Think of it as an insurance policy- …

What Are the Types of Air Compressors?

An air compressor is a device that compresses atmospheric air and stores it within a holding chamber until it is needed. You will find that there are several types of air compressors available for rent. But which kind of air compressor is right for your needs?

In the Market for a Two-Stage Air Compressor?

If you’ve been in an auto body shop recently (which is unfortunate because it probably means you’ve had fender bender) or a small manufacturing operation, you may have heard the not-so-inconspicuous hum and rattle of an air compressor. More than likely it was a two-stage compressor.

Air compressor failures: Fix or replace?

From time to time, equipment failure forces us to choose to repair our old air compressor or select a new one.

Choose the Right Air Compressor

Considering a Non-Enclosed Air Compressor Design? Consider This…

Considering a Non-Enclosed Air Compressor Design? Consider This…

Which Reciprocating Air Compressor Do I Need?

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Building a world-class hydraulic pump

Understanding what can go wrong ensures that hydraulic pumps get built right. Every OEM says it wants quality, but the reality is that machine builders

Where is a hydraulic hose used?

A hydraulic hose is used anywhere in a hydraulic system requiring a flexible connection between two fluid ports. A hydraulic hose is a synthetic rubber tube surrounded by some sort of flexible strength enhancing winding, such as metal or fiber, and then covered in another rubber carcass. The reinforcement windings are what give the hose The post Where is a hydraulic hose used? appeared first on Hose Assembly Tips.

Top Tips for Energy-Saving Air Compressor Maintenance

Air compressor maintenance is an often-overlooked energy-savings method. Read this blog for the top five energy-saving tips for your air compressor.

When is it time to upgrade my air compressor?

It’s a good problem to have, when your business and your facility outgrows your air compressor. It means you’re successful and you’re growing! So, how do you determine your air compressor is no longer operating efficiently as your facility and its compressed air demands grow? Keep an eye on how often and how long your Details

3 Steps to Keep a Healthy Air Compressor

Here are a few basic things you can do to start your compressor maintenance off in the right direction. We're always here to help if you have any questions!

Be prepared to answer these 9 questions when renting an air compressor

1. What are you planning to do? Air compressors drive tools for a variety of jobs, including small scale tasks – such as nailing or chipping – up through cleaning, painting, blasting, demolition, drilling and boring. The two most important statistics for any compressor is pressure (measured in pounds per square inch gauge, or psig) […]