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Drum Vacuum Cleaners

November 1, 2010 in Tools

Drum cleaners are a basically wet/dry vacuum cleaners that are mounted on steel drums of varying capacities.  They are commonly used for industrial cleaning. Size ranges are from a 35 litter drum capacity upwards–some jumbo models even go up to a 200 liter capacity. They are high power machines that cannot compare with your ordinary [...]

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How to Use Masonry Drill Bits

October 17, 2010 in Tools

If you want to drill into any kind of very hard or solid materials, including blocks, stone, bricks, quarry tiles or concrete, a masonry drill bit is the tool for you. The masonry drill bit requires extreme hardness and toughness and as a result it is usually tipped with tungsten carbide. Then, for extra reinforcement, [...]

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Reduce Friction by Using Ceramic Ball Bearings

September 15, 2010 in Tools

A ceramic ball bearing functions the same as a steel ball bearing, it is simply made out of a different material. Ball bearings reduce friction in systems that spin, like skateboard wheels. The working parts of a ball bearing used to be made soley of metal. Recently, the ceramic ball bearing emerged as a better [...]

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What Is a Caulking Gun?

August 18, 2010 in Tools

A caulking gun is a tool that is used to disperse caulk. You use this tool when applying sealant in a bathroom or when applying glue on floor joists before you place the floor boards across the joists. The tool looks like an odd open chamber type of gun where you place the caulk into [...]

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