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Overseas Versus Local Manufacturing: Industrial and Manufacturing Blogs

If you are developing a new product and outsourcing your manufacturing, one of the first decisions you will need to make is between overseas and local manufacturing. There are pros and cons to both options, and the final decisions depends on the unique needs of your company. You need to take into account costs of labour and materials, but you also must consider shipping, logistical elements and how often you get to personally check on the process. In this blog, I plan to go into all of those issues and help you make a decision either way. I also plan to cover other aspects of industrial and manufacturing processes.

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Master the Mechanics: The Ins and Outs of Gas Struts for Lifting and Supporting Heavy Objects
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When to Work with Sheet Metal Fabricators
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Six Common Metal Fabrication Techniques Used In Australia
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A Guide On Sheet Metal Fabrication
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4 Insider Tips When Working with Concrete Densifiers for Expertly Polished Floors
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Overseas Versus Local Manufacturing: Industrial and Manufacturing Blogs

4 Insider Tips When Working with Concrete Densifiers for Expertly Polished Floors

8 November 2022
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

You've probably heard of concrete densifiers before. Concrete densifiers are popular in modern construction projects. Generally, they help contractors achieve highly polished, durable and robust concrete surfaces. You can only consider a concrete floor well-polished after applying the densifier to rejection. Using diamond tooling alone might not be adequate to achieve a durable polished finish.  Therefore, concrete densifier application is necessary when maintaining polished concrete floors. Here are four insider tips when working with concrete densifiers to achieve the ultimate results. Read More 

Top Reasons Why Powder Coating Is Often Better On Metal Products Than Paint

8 August 2022
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

If you make items out of metal, you could be looking into all of your different options for finishing these products. For example, you might be interested in purchasing a few different types and colours of paint so that you can finish all of your products with it. Of course, paint can sometimes work well when applied to metal products, so you may want to think about keeping a little bit of paint around. Read More 

Why Use Laminated Veneer Lumber During a Home Build?

28 March 2022
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

As you plan your new home build, you have to choose the right structural materials for the property. While you can use concrete and steel here, you can also use various kinds of timber. If timber is an option for you, then make sure to look at laminated veneer lumber (LVL). What is LVL and what are its benefits as a structural timber? What Is LVL? LVL is a type of mass timber. Read More 

Three Important Tips for Preparing for Water Tank Installation

25 January 2022
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

Water tanks are beneficial for collecting and storing clean water for domestic and even agricultural applications. However, their convenience and efficiency can be compromised by poor installation practices. Therefore, if you are preparing to invest in a water tank, you must plan for the setup of the unit. The right plan will depend on your property, the chosen tank and usage plans. Here are some simple installation tips to consider before purchasing your tank. Read More