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We have all heard about the importance of reducing waste and reusing products to protect the environment. One option that can help us achieve this goal is remanufacturing. In this blog post, we will explore what remanufacturing means, which products can be remanufactured, and the advantages and disadvantages of this process. What is remanufacturing?
Injection moulding is a manufacturing process that allows to produce a large amount of identical items in a short time. It is a cost-effective and efficient way to produce parts and products made of metal, glass and elastomers, although it is most commonly used with plastic (thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers, to be specific). In this
Welding is a way of joining two pieces of metal together by using heat to melt them. The most popular types of welding are AC (Alternating Current) and DC (Direct Current). In this blog post, we will explore the differences between AC and DC welding and their main advantages and drawbacks. What is AC
An overview of carbon and stainless steel Steel is a strong alloy of iron and carbon that was first manufactured in 1800 BC. Today, steel is the most important engineering and construction material in the world. There are many different types of steel, each with its own unique properties and applications. Two of the most
What is laser cutting? Laser cutting is a process that uses a focused laser beam to heat materials, causing them to vaporise. In combination with a precise motion control system, the laser can cut shapes in a wide variety of materials. Laser cutting can be used on metals such as aluminium, brass, stainless steel and
An overview of adhesives Adhesive is a term that describes any substance that is applied between two or more substrates to join them together. Adhesives are used in a wide variety of household, commercial and industrial applications, for the purpose of bonding materials in a permanent or temporary way. If your job involves working with
What is isopropyl alcohol? Isopropyl alcohol is a chemical that’s widely used in solvent cleaning products because of its antiseptic and antibacterial qualities. It’s also one of the few chemicals that can effectively clean and disinfect surfaces without leaving any residue behind. Isopropyl alcohol evaporates quickly and it’s relatively non-toxic. Isopropyl alcohol removes oils, adhesives,
What is desoldering? Desoldering is the process of removing solder from a connection. This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as replacing a component or repairing a circuit board. Desoldering can also become necessary to repair a messy joint. There are several methods of desoldering, but they all involve heating up the
What are ferrous and non-ferrous metals? Ferrous and non-ferrous metals are two distinct categories of metal. Ferrous metals are primarily composed of iron. Non-ferrous metals do not contain iron. The most common ferrous metals are cast iron, wrought iron, engineering steel, and carbon steel. Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon, originally created to
Why is it important to waterproof electronics? In today’s digital age, electronics have moved away from the safety of offices and into harsher outdoor environments. This makes them especially susceptible to water damage, which can be incredibly costly. Moisture slows circuit speeds, causes corrosion and can lead to a complete failure of electronic devices. To
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