Ian's Industrial Supply Blog

Getting started working at height

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Scaffolding, like rigging and dogging, is high risk work. If you want to work with scaffolding, you will need to have the appropriate license to demonstrate that you are capable of working safely at height without causing injury to yourself or to others. What are the risks of working at height? Are you unaware of the potential risks that come with working with scaffolding? Do you wonder why it is is necessary to obtain a licence before you are legally allowed to get a job on scaffolding, or dogging or rigging?…

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How to Modify the Simple Solenoid for Your Purposes

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Many industrial applications rely on the simplest of devices in order to operate important features and processes, yet even these devices can be adjusted to give the operator additional flexibility when needed. Take the solenoid, for example. Its function is essentially to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy. Due to the interaction of the coil within its core, most of them are designed for one purpose: to pull the plunger and activate a process.…

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Three Essential Safety Tips for On Site Structural Welding

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Structural welding is essential during the construction, repair and maintenance of steel elements in commercial buildings. Welding is a beneficial technique which ensures that two separate metal elements are firmly fused together for exceptional structural resilience. Under ideal circumstances, the process should be performed by a qualified welder with appropriate training and long-term experience. However, as a hobbyist or learner, you might be able to perform some small-scale welding work in your premises with the right equipment.…

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