Essential Maintenance Tips For Your Commercial Refrigeration Unit

Posted on 2 February 2015

Neglecting your commercial refrigeration equipment is likely to leave you facing increasing energy bills. The refrigeration system can account for as much as half of your restaurant's energy costs. The right care and maintenance can save you as much as a tenth of the overall refrigeration costs for the facility. Here's a look at some of the things that you can have your staff do to help you control your energy costs for the restaurant's refrigeration system. [Read More]

Renting A Crane: More Than Just Bare Bones

Posted on 26 January 2015

Big projects often require big machinery, and unless you have a place to store a a huge crane in between projects, you may find that renting makes a lot more sense. However, there are a lot of options when it comes to crane rentals. If you are considering renting a crane for your next big project, here are a few things to consider. Bare vs. Manned If there are members of your crew who are experienced and licensed crane operators, a bare rental may be a great option for you. [Read More]

The Dos And Don'ts Of Purchasing A Used Air Compressor

Posted on 16 January 2015

Having an air compressor on hand can be very useful, whether it be to fill a deflated car tire or even power a small appliance. However, buying a brand new air compressor can be quite pricey, with the average cost of a basic, portable air compressor ranging anywhere from $250 to $500. If you're looking to save money on your purchase, you can always buy used. However, there are some important things you'll want to know before you begin shopping. [Read More]

Understanding A Hydraulic System

Posted on 6 January 2015

Hydraulic systems run modern industry. The key thing about hydraulic systems is that they can move an insane amount of weight. The biggest dump trucks used in the mining industry lift their beds with hydraulic cylinders. The rods in these dump trucks are much more heavy-duty than the familiar hydraulic rods that help the hatch on a van open. While the cylinders on a van are a closed system, the cylinders that lift a dump truck bed are connected to a compressor and a hydraulic reservoir by hoses. [Read More]

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Knowing The Signs Of A Malfunctioning Appliance

My name is Frank Myers and when I discovered that I didn't have any hot water in the house, I figured that my hot water heater had quit working. I called a plumber and, just as I had suspected, my old hot water heater had bit the dust. The plumber installed a new water heater for me and it works even better than my old one did. I should have realized that my hot water heater was getting bad because it made a lot of noise and the water didn't get very hot. Since hot water is very important to every household, I'm writing this blog to inform you about the signs of a malfunctioning hot water heater and about other large home appliances. When you know the signs, you can call a professional before your appliance completely quits working.