Nov
27
2012

The Modern Lifting Point

Many manufacturing organizations are unaware that the use of inappropriate lifting points and incorrect applications of eyebolts significantly increases the probability of failures. The solution to this problem is the use of proper lifting points that adjust to the direction of the pull which allows full engagement of the bolt, insuring a safe lift. [More]
Nov
9
2012

Is the Tea Party Over or Do they Keep Marching on?

Now that the dust is starting to clear—probably—from this past election, this might be a good time to pour a cup of comforting tea; light an aromatic candle (a vanilla scented one is nice); find your favorite comfy chair; plop down, lean back and then ask yourself, "Did the Tea Party cost the Republicans the election?" [More]
Nov
5
2012

Down to the Wire! More Obamadrama or Will There be an Outbreak of Romensia?

Are you seeing that the economy is steadily, yet slowly, approving and are leaning towards staying the course, or do you think that we desperately need a change in office to get this country back on track? [More]
Oct
25
2012

US Manufacturing: What One Company Did to Keep Jobs in the U.S.

Written in editorial form, this article explores the topic of U.S Manufacturing, and what one company did to preserve jobs inside the U.S. [More]
Oct
15
2012

Masterpiece 'Political' Theater: Should Washington Continue Spending on PBS & NPR?

Usually around election time or when congress goes through one of those pleasant and courteous Federal spending and budget negotiations, the question always arises should the Federal Government dole out and support with tax payer money, PBS and NPR? [More]
Sep
18
2012

Bush Tax Cuts: Expire or Not To Expire. That is the Question

With the upcoming election just around the corner, the Republicans and Democrats are about as far as apart as you can get when it comes to an agreement on what to do with the soon to expire Bush Tax Cuts. One camp wants to extend them or even make them permanent, while the other would like to do away with them all together; or at least let them expire on those making over $250K. We would like to hear your opinion. [More]
Feb
18
2010

Deciding on Accessories to be Ordered When Purchasing a Vibratory Bowl Feeder

While buying a vibratory bowl feeder, one requires to purchase some accessories along with the same. If the right type of accessories are purchased along with the vibratory bowl feeder, then integration with your machine becomes easy. Otherwise, one has to manufacture such accessories after the vibratory part feeder arrives and thus a lot of time is lost in the same. Secondly, as vibratory bowl feeder manufacturers keep a lot of accessories in stock, it helps to order these items from them so that integration issues are negligible. [More]
Feb
2
2010

Watchdog or Willing Partner?

A study by the University of California researchers and articles published in the JAMA and the American Journal of Therapeutics slam the FDA's testing procedures for approving the effectiveness of a medical device prior to its launch and use. Of course, the FDA disagrees and says incorrect assumptions were made. [More]
Jan
7
2010

Five Tips for Reducing Your Fuel Bill with MultiFuel Stoves

More people than ever are facing fuel bills they simply can't afford to pay. In addition, the Earth's resources are rapidly being depleted. Eco-aware folks, however, are doing their part of save money on fuel and save fossil resources by turning to multifuel stoves. Read on for some tips for reducing your traditional fuel bill and maximizing the effectiveness of multifuel stoves. [More]
Dec
28
2009

"What Carbon Footprint?" Asks Coil Coater

In case you haven't heard, our planet is getting warmer. At what rate it is occurring or how much human activity has to do with the increasing temperatures is a heated debate. One thing we do know for sure...carbon dioxide (CO2) is a contributing factor in global warming and humans are responsible for a large portion of these emissions. Things are much different today than they were even five years ago; individuals and businesses alike are trying to reduce their environmental impact and GHG (Green House Gas) emissions. What the average person does not realize is that they have two types of footprints, a primary and secondary. The primary footprint is a measure of our direct emissions of CO2 from the burning of fossil fuels including domestic energy consumption and transportation, e.g. car and plane. The secondary footprint is a measure of indirect CO2 emissions from the whole lifecycle of products we use, those associated with their manufacturing and eventual breakdown. To put it simply – the more we buy, the more emissions will be caused on our behalf. [More]

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