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I started this blog to discuss information I've picked up in my new role, which might be useful for someone starting out in an industrial equipment supply role.

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Four Ways That Scaffolding Services Keep Your Company And Others Safe

4 April 2022
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Scaffolding services are one of the easiest ways to perform construction works at height without worrying about safety and security. These services allow you to give your workers a platform to work from where they can perform their task easily. Although scaffolds vary in size and shape, they all serve the same purpose: to keep your company safe. Here are four ways that scaffolding services keep you safe from injury or death:
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Do you need to clear blocked silos?

9 December 2021
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If your business uses any dry bulk materials, you will be aware of the challenges that can bring. Often moisture can be a particular problem, as even a small amount of dampness can cause many materials to stick together or to the edges of their container. When pouring solid materials from one container to another, you may notice that material starts to clog, and the flow slows until eventually, the flow stops entirely, and the material transfer stops.
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3 Questions to Ask Before Buying Hydraulic Seals

15 September 2021
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Choosing the right hydraulic seal for a piece of equipment isn't just a question of finding the right size. Seals have to deal with different environments and conditions. You need to find a product that matches your needs. To work out what you need, find the answers to the following questions. 1. Do You Need Dynamic or Static Seals? The placement of a hydraulic seal on a machine or piece of equipment can dictate what kind of product you should buy.
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Is Your Copper Being Cut Well?

22 June 2021
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Copper is a widely used metal, but it is rarely one of the easiest to cut. Today, most meal cutting takes place using laser cutting machines. Laser cutting is popular for the speed at which the work can be carried out, the accuracy and repeatability that the machines offer, and the reduced wastage. However, problems can occur when you need to cut copper. Some laser cutting machines will struggle with copper cutting because of the reflective nature of the metal.
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3 Reasons to Use Tubular Steel Scaffolding

12 February 2021
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If you need to buy scaffolding, then you have a few different options to choose from. While it sometimes pays to buy a ready-made or modular product, there are benefits to using a tubular steel alternative. Here, the scaffolding comprises individual steel tubes and coupler connectors that you fit together to build the scaffold. What are the advantages of buying this kind of scaffolding? 1. Get More Flexibility While ready-made or modular scaffolding might look like a good option, these products have some downsides.
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About Me
Industrial equipment supply chain learning curve

I have always worked in the supply chain department, but since moving to an industrial equipment supplier, I've been on a steep learning curve. We have so many pieces with multiple names or similar names, and I need to be able to work out which pieces can be substituted in an emergency and which pieces are not similar. It's been tricky for me to get my head around, so I started this blog to discuss some of the information I've picked up in this role, which might be useful for someone else just starting out in an industrial equipment supply role.

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