Aluminum is well-suited for many industrial applications, because it's light, strong, conductive and inexpensive. It's not the easiest metal to seal, however. When it's welded, aluminum often loses strength and becomes susceptible to corrosion. To prevent these issues from arising, you can solder aluminum seals using ultrasonic welding and an inert gas.
Aluminum Can't Withstand High Temperatures
All aluminum can be categorized into two classifications: cold-worked and heat-treatable. Lincoln Electric explains that cold-worked aluminum is strengthened at cool temperatures and never exposed to heat, and heat-treatable aluminum is tempered at increasingly high temperatures, up to 400°F.
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When industrial and commercial boilers are brought up in conversation, the odds are high that most people think about them as oil or gas fired devices. While it is true that fossil-fuel powered boilers are still common, there are excellent alternatives for facilities managers and others who have a need for boilers. One technology that has emerged in recent years is electrode boilers. Below is more information about how electrode boilers from places like Nationwide Boiler function as well as several reasons why you might want to consider using one to meet your facility's needs:
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Are you a creative, do-it-yourself kind of person? You probably need an air compressor in your cache of tools to complete all of your many projects. Why an air compressor? Many tools simply work better when they have the extra power an air compressor can give them. You would be amazed at the creative projects you can put together with much greater ease when air compressors are part of the equation.
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The U.S. now has more sources of energy at its disposal than ever before -- hydroelectricity, coal, gas, nuclear power, solar power, and wind power (just to name a few). However, when a power generating plant develops infrastructure issues, the effects can be widespread. Engineers and scientists are hard at work developing products that can help extend the lifespan of power plants and minimize any service disruptions. Read on to learn more about three products and innovations that are destined to lead to the generation of cheaper, safer power.
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Whether you're remodeling your home, constructing an addition, or trying to downsize your belongings and move to a smaller home, the process of large-scale disposal of belongings or construction debris can seem overwhelming. Fortunately, there are several available options to help make this process easier -- from roll-off dumpsters to "pods" to giant, durable plastic tote bags designed to hold all types of waste. Read on for a few preliminary questions you can ask yourself to help guide your disposal process.
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