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Depressed-center grinding wheel safety—test your knowledge
Do you use portable grinders with depressed-center wheels? Are you following the proper safety guidelines? Take this 10-question test and find out.
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Are cordless hand tools ready for metal fabricating?
Odds are people laughed at the idea of a cordless hand tool ever replacing a corded tool on an assembly line, but the sight of a bank of charging stations at a major manufacturing plant is increasingly common. With that in mind, could more...
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A guide to portable magnetic drills
On-site hole-making is a common fabrication activity, but not much thought is given to the tool used for the job. As with any job,
the right tool can make a real difference in how smoothly the operation goes.
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Choosing a gouging method
Plasma gouging and air carbon-arc gouging have their advantages and disadvantages. The most distinct differences are in cost, fume production, and necessary postcutting operations.
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Abrasives that make the grade
Efficient and economical metalworking, from cut-off and grinding operations to blending welds to final finishing, depends on selecting abrasives of the right kind and grade and using them safely.
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Tips to follow before you start beveling
Choosing the right grinder is always important. Size, weight, durability, and a few specific features can play a big part in working efficiently. Before starting your next beveling project, use the following tips on grinder and wheel selection to...
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