Are you sick of the state of the nation’s roads? The issue of potholes doesn’t seem to be going away, with millions of pounds worth of damage being done to cars, motorbikes and cyclists every year. If you hit one without seeing it, you know about it! Our roads are busy places and suffer exposure to the elements for years. You’ll be especially annoyed if … Continue reading Pothole Problems
Summer can be an awkward season for men’s fashion. You’ll be too hot living in the usual jeans, but it’s not enough to just throw on a pair of shorts and hope for the best. What will you put on your feet and what material is best to wear? T-shirts A few good t-shirts are a wardrobe essential – airy and lightweight for those hot … Continue reading Summer Style Tips for Men
When it comes to planning an event, there are some crucial elements to consider in order to make it a success. Understanding the purpose One of the most common mistakes when staging an event is not fully understanding the mission or point of the event. This is especially true of many fundraising events, where the purpose is simply seen as having a ceremony or raising … Continue reading Tips For Event Success
Elastomers are a group of rubbery elastic materials. They can be stretched and then recover their original shape. They do this because the molecules comprising them are in long wiry coiled chains that are extended when force is applied but then snap back (sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly) to their original compacted arrangements. Image Credit The word was invented as an abbreviation of “elastic polymer”. Rubber … Continue reading An introduction to elastomers
In the wake of high profile fire related tragedies like Grenfell Tower, the spotlight is turning firmly onto fire safety in our commercial and public buildings. But do you know your responsibilities as regards fire resistance and ductwork? Image Credit A legal obligation Under sections 5.3 and 5.4 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, it is now a legal obligation to prove that … Continue reading Ductwork and fire resistance: legal responsibilities
Easter is a fresh and vibrant time of year. Spring is in the air, with fragrant flowers, crisp sunny days and clear blue skies. Image Credit It is the perfect time to dress your windows at home and refresh your space. Not only does a beautifully-dressed window space allow for a great focal point in the room but also it can help to create an … Continue reading How to dress your windows for Easter
There are more ways to achieve metal to metal bonding than ever before, from age-old thermal joining techniques such as welding, brazing or soldering to mechanical fastening with hardware such as rivets and newer bonding options such as liquid adhesive or tape. If you have been wondering which to choose for your next metal to metal bonding project, read on, as here we look at … Continue reading Choosing the best adhesive for metal to metal bonding
Conveying is the savvy way to move bulk solids for the food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries. There are a host of considerations to be taken into account when designing a conveying system, but here are six of the most important. Image Credit 1. Bulk density Without knowing the bulk density of a material, it is impossible to know how many cubic feet of air are … Continue reading Six considerations when choosing a conveying system
Tanks have been a part of military warfare for over a hundred years now, entering service in 1916 when British forces used them for the first time during the Battle of Somme. As we think about the incredible might of this armoured machinery, here are some fascinating, if not a bit random, facts about the tank: The very first tank was the British Mark I … Continue reading Fascinating Tank Facts
It is clear that Christmas is a time of excess, either of calories, fat or sugar. Also, alcohol or other aspects not only of diet but related to lifestyle. And although we know that an extra calorie can be the cause of weight gain. A recently published review details what eating in excess causes in our body. Continue reading “What overeating will cause in your body”
