Welding processes are commonly used across a range of industries including aerospace, automotive, energy and construction. However, caution must be taken to ensure the safety of everyone in the immediate area. Within this article, we will cover the process of welding, the risks associated with it and how you can mitigate these risks by using a welding curtain to create a safer working environment. What is welding? Welding is a fabrication process that joins materials such as metals and thermoplastics together by melting their surfaces. This differs from lower temperature metal-joining techniques such as brazing and soldering where only a…
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When it’s time to set up a new warehouse or refresh your current one, it can be easy to make mistakes that will set you back financially or impede your path to maximum productivity. Follow our simple tips to make sure you avoid common pallet racking mistakes and set your warehouse up correctly. What do you actually need? First of all, you need to assess your requirements carefully. Do you stock a lot of very heavy items? Are you storing foodstuffs? Are your goods particularly fast moving? All of these questions (and others) will affect how you go about setting…
Having a small warehouse when your business is growing rapidly can be a real pain – you don’t want to have to up sticks and move premises, but you are outgrowing the space you have. One of the biggest challenges across warehouses and distribution centres is the lack of space – even if you have a relatively large warehouse, it can still fill up fast. The good news is, there are ways you can use the space you have better: just read on for our quick tips. Optimise shelving On the shelving you currently have, is there dormant space? Are…
Regular doormats in communal hallways are sometimes categorised as a fire hazard. Some building managers have completely done away with such doormats and now install flame-retardant ones to ensure a safer environment. Stringent European Union (EU) standards apply to construction products used in the UK, and in the floor coverings sector there is a standard that relates to fire testing. EN 13501-1 consists of four European ‘reaction to fire’ test methods that can be applied to floor coverings but for textile, resilient and laminate floors EN ISO 11925-2 and EN ISO 9239-1 are the most important test methods for classification…
Keeping a fire blanket on hand is very beneficial – especially in workplaces where the risk of fire is higher than others. They provide a way of controlling fires that may not be easily extinguished. Maintaining a fire blanket for emergency situations in the office or other commercial premises could possibly save a company thousands of pounds in equipment replacement – or even save someone’s life. Keep reading to find out more about fire blankets and how to use them. What is a fire blanket? A fire-blanket is made from highly flame-resistant materials that can be used to either extinguish…
Convex observation mirrors are an incredibly helpful tool, letting the user see areas that they would otherwise struggle to get a good view of. Here is our handy guide to what they are, where they are used and what to look out for when buying them. What are convex observation mirrors? A standard mirror is flat, and reflects images back at the same angle as the surface is viewed at – if you stand directly in front of it, you will see yourself, if you stand at a forty-five-degree angle, you’ll see the corresponding reflection. Convex workplace mirrors are not…
If you’re searching for the perfect gift for your friend who is obsessed with all things beauty, you’ve come to the right place. Whether they’re a makeup lover or skincare fanatic, there are plenty of options out there to suit their needs and preferences. From luxurious perfumes to must-have hair styling tools, this gift guide has got you covered. Perfumes & Fragrances Perfumes are a classic gift for any beauty lover, and a new signature scent is always a welcome addition to anyone’s collection. But with so many options out there, it can be tough to know where to start.…
Aldi has once again been confirmed as the UK’s lowest-priced supermarket in a new independent price comparison survey. According to trade magazine The Grocer, the supermarket offered the lowest price on a basket of 33 everyday items, beating rivals such as Lidl, Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons. The Grocer’s price analysis found a basket of 33 products, ranging from milk to mango chunks, cost nearly £11 – or 24% – more at the average Big Four supermarket than at Aldi. It also found that Aldi offered the lowest prices on no fewer than 29 of the items on The Grocer’s…
It’s that time of year again, when festival line-ups are released and we all start to get a bit too excited by how they’re shaping up. There are already some great acts scheduled in for the summer, and plenty of you will have already secured tickets to the many top festivals around the world. For many, festivals are a time to indulge, both in drink and drugs, and every year you see casualties and people suffering because of it, whether that be through overdosing, or in many cases relapsing, after years without drugs or drink, temptation getting all too much.…
By Ritchie Clapson CEng MIStructE, co-founder of propertyCEO Flipping a property has made a profit for many people. They find a residential property (often run-down, at least having seen better days), they buy the property below market value, then they add value by making improvements (not necessarily just redecorating), and they then sell for a healthy profit. Even if you don’t have the t-shirt, you’ll have seen the TV programmes. Why flip? The cost of acquiring a property is likely to be modest. As it’s a single residence, refurbishment shouldn’t be too costly. Completing the project shouldn’t take too long;…