Pit Stop: Choosing The Best Sheet Metal For Creating An Outdoor Fire Pit

Posted on 21 July 2017

Sheet metals are wonderfully adaptable and versatile materials and can be turned to a wide variety of practical and often surprising applications. One very popular use for sheet metal is for making fire pits -- with a minimal amount of fabrication and moulding required, a simple sheet of metal can be turned into an attractive, effective and extremely durable fire pit for you and your family to cool on cold autumnal evenings. [Read More]

Buying New Goal Posts: 4 Things to Consider

Posted on 11 July 2017

If you are considering buying a set of goal posts for your school, you may be wondering where to begin. Although goal posts can be costly, if you choose the right type, they will last for a very long time. Below is a guide to 4 things you should consider when purchasing goal posts. Consider which sports you will be playing It is important to remember that not all goal posts are the same. [Read More]

Powder Coating Process Explained

Posted on 11 July 2017

Powder coat application involves coating metal with a thin plastic finish. The finish is applied in form of powder and continuously baked to a liquid state to bond it perfectly to the metal surface. The process has many benefits when compared to using traditional liquid coating method. Some advantages include its friendly ability to the environment, being able to apply thicker without necessarily running, and generally easy to make styles with. [Read More]

Why choose perspex signs for your business?

Posted on 11 July 2017

Perspex signs offer a great way of providing stylish, yet inexpensive signs, for your business. Perspex signs can be produced in many sizes and colours. Whether you need to add signage to your hotel, showroom, surgery, office or shop, perspex signs are a highly effective solution that will look good and won't break your budget. In addition to looking elegant, and being great value there are many reasons to consider investing in perspex signs for your business. [Read More]

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Plastics, Metals and More: Your Guide to Manufacturing Materials

Hey, James here! My family's been selling raw materials to manufacturers for generations, but a few years ago, our business hit a slump. That's when I realised that, despite knowing a lot about the materials themselves, we didn't know enough about our clients' needs. Since then, I've learned so much about the advantages and disadvantages of different processing materials across all industries. If you're struggling to choose between metal, plastic, glass and any other material for your manufacturing endeavour, check out the tips, tricks and guides on my blog. I hope you'll find them useful when it comes to making a decision!

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