Shop Equipment

Proper Procedures for Refilling a Hydraulic Jack

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Hydraulic shop jacks are used to lift automobiles, shop equipment and other heavy equipment easily and safely. They work by pushing fluid — usually oil — to push pistons that lift the heavy objects up off the ground. When you buy a hydraulic jack new, it usually will come already filled with oil. But in … Read more

How to Select the Right Dolly for Each Specific Job

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Anyone who has ever had to move a heavy object across a shop floor or transport equipment from one part of a warehouse to another understands the benefits of having a high-quality dolly. But industrial dollies come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and are designed for specific types of use. Before you invest … Read more

Columbus McKinnon Introduces New Ratchet Level Hoist

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Columbus  McKinnon recently unveiled its lightest and most compact 3/4 and 1-1/2 ton ratchet lever hoist. The CM Bandit is the first ratchet lever hoist to be certified by the Hoist Manufacturers Institute for technical, service and after-market support, according to a company news release. Its design allows use in confined spaces.    

Why Every Business Needs a Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum

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If yours is like most businesses, you probably already have a mop and mop bucket in your supply closet. This is the same type of cleaning equipment that has been used since at least the 18th Century to clean up spills and accidents. But should your business really be depending on 300-year-old cleaning technology to support your operations? You … Read more

Workbenches Can Add Value, Efficiency to the Workplace

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Industrial workbenches provide workers a place to perform essential job functions and can improve productivity, help reduce inefficiencies, and improve profitability and have long been a staple in warehouses, factories and even laboratories. From vibration-sensitive workbenches that can accommodate high tech microscopes to heavy-duty workbenches for specialized tools and equipment, installing the proper workbench in … Read more

All About Casters

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All about castersWhile many people think all casters are the same, in truth there are different types of casters for various jobs. Depending on what your needs are, you may prefer hard rubber casters that provide efficiency and stability in a warehouse setting or you may need softer rubber casters that won’t harm showroom or exhibit hall floors. Buying the right caster for the right job can make all the difference in the world.

When selecting the proper caster for a particular piece of equipment, you need to consider a number of different factors, including:

  • Productivity
  • Safety and Ergonomics
  • Floor Protection
  • Rollability
  • Capacity
  • Floor Obstructions and Operating Environment
  • Cost/Value

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Protect Your Knees While Enjoying Your Work: Knee Dolly

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A knee dolly has a cushioned knee cup to prevent your knees from hard surfaces while at work. You can be able to lower your knees next to the floor as the job requires. Workers can work effectively when given the proper tools and equipments for self protection. Work that requires lowering on the floor … Read more

The Increasing Demand of Computer Cabinets

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  Computer cabinets are found to be a hot item in any office furniture stores. The use of computers in industries is found to be very helpful in data keeping that makes work easier. Computer cabinet is very important furniture in any office. As you see computers must be kept in a safe place including … Read more

Bottle Jacks: Compact Solution for Heavy Lifting in Workshops

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A bottle jack is a hydraulic jack that is shaped like a bottle, hence its name. It is also called a whiskey jack. The bottle jack is used for lifting heavy objects such as vehicles and industrial equipment. It is ideal for heavy lifting in automotive repairs and equipment maintenance activities. It can easily lift … Read more

Air Compressors Are Handy Around the Home

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Air compressors have plenty of uses around the home. These handy devices convert electricity, gas or diesel into kinetic energy by pressurizing and compressing air. Air power is tapped by many types of hand tools such as air drills, air pumps, air ratchets and blow guns. Apart from powering pneumatic tools, air compressors are used … Read more