Industrial/Construction Archives

July 13, 2018

Why Small Businesses Should Look at Purchasing a 3D Printer

Like something straight out of a science fiction movie, 3D printers have now made their way into our world. I think that most people would have guessed that they were decades away from moving to a novelty to a serious business device, when they debuted, but today they have become an important tool for many businesses. 3D printers use a digital file to create actual objects rather than just drawings of objects. You can load an image into a 3D printer and it uses materials to make that object. You can then utilize this object for a specific intended purpose.…

February 6, 2018

How to Tell When You Have a Personal Injury Case

There are a wide variety of examples of personal injury, but personal injury generally falls under a few broad areas including: defective products, medical malpractice, vehicle accidents, slip or trip and fall, defective products, or assault.

August 25, 2017

The 7 Architectural Styles Still of Influence Today

Architecture is seen as a form of construction, but it is actually a form of art. It determines what properties, be they commercial buildings, resorts, hotels, offices, or homes, look like. It defines the style of entire neighborhoods and entire generations. While it is a form of art, it also requires extensive knowledge of technical elements and various sciences. While it is creative and an expression of imagination, it has to meet structural requirements as well to make sure that it stays standing! Over the years, architectural styles have changed tremendously. Terra Group, a popular architectural company, has provided a…

April 28, 2017

The Major Advantages of Prefabricated Steel Buildings

When businesses start growing faster than the originally anticipated, they often have a need for additional space. A prefabricated steel building is one viable option to definitely consider. Why is it such a viable choice? Well, there are a number of different advantages to choosing steel buildings over other options. And we’re going to share the biggest reasons why you should consider this type of building for your business expansion. Durability & Strength To start things off, we’d like to remind you of the strength and durability of steel buildings. In fact, nothing can outlast or outmatch this potent metal.…

March 20, 2017

The Time of Tech – How Digital Services are Impacting the Infrastructure Industry

In a world that is buzzing with the digital revolution, the construction and infrastructure industry can be seen as somewhat lagging behind in many areas, ostensibly due to ‘slow adopters’ of technology. As a new generation of workers enter the industry, there has followed an increasing demand for digitally based solutions in the areas of finance, design, engineering and procurement, just to mention a few. To better elucidate the effects of this shift away from time-draining methods of paper handling and its impact on productivity and the streamlining of labour intensive processes, let’s have a look at a few areas…

February 24, 2017

What to consider when purchasing aircraft parts

When your jet requires some maintenance and you only need one part, you can pursue several options. Which is the right option between OEM and PMA? The former means Original Equipment Manufacturers while the latter stands for Parts Manufacturing Approval. We do not hear much about OEM and this creates doubt about the safety of PMA. Operators and owners are fully responsible for the airworthiness of their aircrafts regardless of the origin of the parts. Aviation is usually a complicated regulatory world and the sheer amount of acronyms is enough to confuse anyone. What is the difference between OEM and…

December 17, 2016

How complex can the interactions of smart city applications get?

Recent years have seen the widespread use of a myriad of new terminologies, jargon and acronyms. The Internet of Things, stylised as IoT is probably one of the best known and least understood by the general public. What does it mean? The answer probably depends heavily on who you ask. One area of IoT research and development that has a somewhat clearer outlook and purpose is its use as far as smart city applications go. According to Wikipedia, “a smart city is an urban development vision to integrate multiple information and communication technology (ICT) and IoT solutions in a secure…

December 8, 2016

Drones … The Safest Method for Inspection and Statutory Audits Within Mining / Heavy Industry and Construction Industries

Two Australian companies have given mining, heavy industry and construction a much faster and safer means to inspect or audit dangerous and inaccessible areas via the use of innovative drone technology. SOTO Consulting Engineers and aerial photography specialist Flying Robot use remotely piloted aircraft (drones), with inbuilt redundancies and the latest in imaging tech to carry out inspections. This solution largely eliminates reliance on teams of personnel, rigging or scaffolding and the inherent dangers involved, in addition, the time-saving benefits offers a more streamlined and consistent process with clear, objective results. Further, the use of drones delivers value to…

December 2, 2016

Factors To Consider Before Buying A New Coordinate Measuring Machine

The manufacturing industry is faced with higher demands on accuracy and shorter lead times than ever before in an increasingly global, competitive marketplace. In order to keep up with the ever-higher demands of your customer, your shop needs to invest in a coordinate measuring machine or similar measurement technology to reduce your quality inspection times and the accuracy of your parts. However, it can be a sizable investment, and it’s important that you do all your research and consider every factor before you make up your mind. #1 Space and Size Generally speaking, the larger the coordinate measuring machine you…

October 28, 2016

How Does an Air Release Valve Work

Also known as an air relief valve and a small orifice valve, an air release valve is an essential part of a pipeline structure and are commonly used to protect the efficiency of a system. Available in a wide variety of materials that help them to operate in conjunction with different applications, it’s no wonder why the air release valve has become such a popular piece of equipment. Read more to find out what these valves are and how they work. What is an air release valve Though it may sound a bit complicated, an air release valve is a…

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