Fasteners are designed for all sorts of applications, from heavy-duty construction to mounting a circuit board, and there are almost as many fastener designs as there are applications. The toughest and most secure fasteners have to be used in rugged applications, such as engine mounts, rail cars, factory equipment, cars, or anywhere that constant shaking…
The tariffs the Trump Administration has imposed in 2018 have been met with plenty of criticism, along with a few approvals. Recent news from Ford has really brought the decisions—specifically, tariffs on steel and aluminum—into sharper focus. Ford announced that, after attributing $1 billion in lost profits to President Trump’s tariffs, it will institute “massive…
Posted by ToolMan1961 on 12/19/2022 to Hand Tools Pliers And Cutters Safety Tips Most people don’t think of using safety equipment when they use pliers and cutters. However, using pliers and cutters can be as dangerous as using a knife, blow torch or other equipment. Whether you use pliers and cutters in a professional shop,…
Posted by Carpentry Industry Expert on 1/16/2023 to Hand Tools Carpentry Industry Carpenters work on residential, commercial and industrial construction. They also do finishing work. Carpenters have been in existence for centuries. In the United States, sawmills existed as early as 1623. Carpenters no longer had to use manual cutting methods for slabs and boards….
Posted by Drywall Industry Expert on 1/16/2023 to Hand Tools Drywall Industry The drywall industry is a subset of the construction industry. You’ll find drywall in residential homes, office buildings, retail establishments, and other commercial establishments. According to BLS, the median pay for a drywall installer in 2021 was $48,350 per year. With over 128,000…
Posted by Electrical Industry Expert on 1/16/2023 to Hand Tools Electrical Industry The U.S. NAICS code for electrical contractors is 238210. Contractors working for the government use this code as the government classifies the electrical industry’s business activities. In 2021, electricians made a median pay of $60,040 per year. According to the Bureau of Labor…
Posted by HVAC Industry Expert on 1/16/2023 to Hand Tools The HVAC Industry, the Tools Required, and PPE Required There’s nothing worse than going home after a long day at work and finding out that your air conditioning has been on the blitz. Or, when you arrive at work, the commercial unit that cools the…
Posted by Painting Industry Expert on 1/16/2023 to Personal Protective Equipment Painting Industry Painting is a construction sub-industry identified by the NAICS number 238320. Contractors and employees are known as painting and wallcovering contractors. Painters could paint inside or outside. Even with Covid-19 and inflation, there is plenty of work for painters. While the painting…
naics code 238140 Posted by Masonry Industry Expert on 1/16/2023 toHand Tools Masonry Industry Government workers use the U.S. NAICS industry code 238140 for masonry contractors. Much of the industry is supported by residential building activities and downstream markets. While residential construction was robust, it tapered off during and after 2020 because of Covid-19 and,…
Posted by Industry Expert on 1/16/2023 to Hand Tools Plumbing Industry When most people think of plumbing, they only think of the series of pipes, faucets, and other items that bring fresh water into the home and remove sewage from the home. Industries also use plumbing to carry fluids, gases, chemicals, and other liquids to…