Insulated Garage Doors: Reasons Why You Need Them

Posted on 12 January 2016

Replacing, refurbishing or even purchasing garage doors from a company like Alpha Industries for your house might not be something you do every day. However, when this happens, you should be keen on factors such as the costs, durability, and noise. Whether you prefer steel or wood, a significant factor you might have to mull over when looking for your garage doors is choosing between non-insulated and insulated ones. Therefore, here are four key benefits of insulated garage doors you should consider. [Read More]

How to Mail a Document Using a Mailing Tube

Posted on 12 January 2016

Architectural plans and printed materials such as banners, posters and blueprints are somewhat too big or extremely delicate to fit into the standard mailing envelopes, and besides, folding these items may not be advisable or allowed. Furthermore, the items may also require extra protection while in transit. In this respect, mailing tubes offer the best possible shipping alternative for such unique and delicate packages. Typically, mailing tubes are created from a firm cardboard and assume a cylindrical shape. [Read More]

Common Questions Homeowners Have About Timber Doors

Posted on 11 January 2016

Timber or wood doors can make a home seem welcoming and inviting and a bit more traditional than a steel or metal door. Having a timber door at your entryway also means you have more options for its color and style, since you can more easily paint or stain the door yourself over the years. Before you opt for a timber or wood door, note a few questions to consider first. [Read More]

How to Prolong the Useful Life of the Dies in Your Fabrication Shop

Posted on 11 January 2016

A die is a device that can be used to mould or stamp a design onto a metal during the fabrication process. These devices wear out easily because they rely on exerting mechanical force on a metal as they do their work. This article discusses some steps that you can take to prolong the useful life of the dies in the metal fabrication shop that you have just set up. [Read More]

About Me

Bizarre and Exciting Tips for Maintaining Industrial and Manufacturing Equipment

Welcome to my blog. My name is Emily. As a former team leader at a manufacturing facility, I know how important it is to maintain your equipment. In this blog, I want to share all of the bizarre and exciting tips I have learned about maintaining industrial and manufacturing equipment over the years. My hope is that these posts will make your facility safer and more efficient, while also saving you money. If you have questions or want guidance, please feel free to explore. When I'm not writing, you can find me working -- I am the co-owner of a coffee shop. Otherwise, I'm usually with my kids or great husband, hiking, reading or just having fun.