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How Do I Choose the Right Size for A Denver Dumpster Rental?

So you’ve got the project lined up ahead of you: You’re cleaning out the basement. You’ve even decided to rent a dumpster for getting rid of all unwanted junk. But now you’re wondering, “How do I choose the right container size for my Denver dumpster rental?” Not to worry, Sam’s Hauling will help you select …

Why almost every pair of jeans has a zipper that says ‘YKK’

If you look closely at the zipper on your pants right now, odds are that it has 3 letters engraved on the tab: "YKK." But what does it mean?

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Upholstery Fabric Guide

The fabric of an upholstered piece is the most visible sign of quality and style. Upholstery fabric also is the part most likely to show wear and soil. When choosing upholstery, you should be aware of its durability, cleanability, and resistance to soil and fading.

Seven questions to ask a customs broker (infographic)

How do you find a customs broker that’s right for you? Every broker essentially does the same thing – facilitates the clearance of your goods as they travel across the border – but every broker is different. Big and small, national or regional, different customs brokers have differing strengths and weaknesses. Determining which one is... Read more »

The Pros and Cons of Cargo Container Architecture

With the green premise growing in popularity across the globe, more and more people are turning to cargo container structures for green alternatives....

CBP Operation Finds Infestation of Cargo Containers with Pests and Weeds

CBP Operation Finds Infestation of Cargo Containers with Pests and Weeds

Should a Machine Shop Have a Blog?

I am revising my opinion about machine shops and blogging. Here's why.

11 Great Ideas for Machine Shops

Forward-thinking machine shops must watch for emerging technologies. Here are 11 ideas we found this week for set-up, tooling, machining, and shop operations.

High-Precision, High-Efficiency Ideas for Machine Shops

Precision is at the core of every effort in every machine shop, not simply to complete turning, grinding, milling, etc. with exceptional accuracy and finish quality — but to get every task, every problem, every idea or inquiry addressed effectively, efficiently and profitably. No wasted steps, no missed opportunities.

New Machine Shop Ideas Emphasize Productivity, Flexibility, Connectivity

Productivity, flexibility, and connectivity have simple meanings and big implications for machine shop operators and machine tool programmers.

Study Finds Brass Has Profit Potential for High-Speed Machine Shops

For machine shops with high-speed equipment already on the floor, brass represents an opportunity to capture new profits they might otherwise miss with other materials, according to the study.

How to remove broken, rusted studs (with a full machine shop)

With summer just around the corner, you should probably start putting the final pieces on your winter project. For some, that could mean finally getting the broken studs out of those rare dual exhaust ...

The Ultimate Guide to Improving Machine Shop Efficiency

Making everything work together synchronously and efficiently is a balancing act

Machine shop helps students find success

College is not for everyone.The Temple Independent School District acknowledges this. They have developed different paths for students which still allow them to reach their goals and find success.

What's The Difference Between A Cargo Container And A Portable Storage Container?

Are you confused about the difference between a portable storage container and a shipping or cargo container? There's no need to be embarrassed, many people

Metal AM in a Machine Shop? Ask the Marines

A hybrid system combining metal 3D printing with machining gives the Marine Corps perhaps its most effective resource yet for obtaining needed hardware in the field. It also offers an extreme version of the experience a machine shop might have in adding metal AM to its capabilities.

CNC Machine Shop Reaps Benefits of Hiring an IT Person

A database guru combined off-the-shelf technology with an elaborate proprietary shop management software to drive efficiency throughout all areas of a machine shop.>

The 4 Essential Tips For Safety In Your CNC Machine Shop

Building a Better Business: Lessons for Machine Shops From an Unexpected Source

Learning how to be a great manufacturer by listening to the insights of a different industry, homebuilding (which perhaps is not so different after all).