When we picture the construction of the impossibly tall skyscrapers of New York or the industrial neighborhoods in our own town, steel and the like typically come to mind. But if you work in the construction industry, you likely deal […]
For many, the word “Teflon” typically conjures images on nonstick pans. While the Teflon brand can be accredited for making cooking more convenient, Teflon products owe their non-stick properties to polytetrafluoroethylene (but we’ll call it PTFE for short). PTFE may […]
Heavy metals have been around for thousands of years and are used in various applications worldwide. Although the harmful health effects of heavy metals have been known for a long time, exposure to heavy metals seems to be inevitable in […]
Recycling is a small but important effort we can all make to reduce our carbon footprint and help the environment. But while recycling typically conjures images of plastic bottles and hand-me-down clothing, recycling scrap metal is just as important. Scrap […]
Does your home lack closet space? If so, fear not. This DIY clothing rack is not only functional but aesthetically pleasing. Better yet, this project requires just seven materials (which you may or may not already have around your home) […]
The majority of us have experienced the pain of burning our hands or fingers at least once. Knowing the pain associated with burnt skin makes soldering seem even more dangerous and scary! But with the right tools and equipment, soldering […]
Life’s everyday necessities often include the things we can’t live without, like water, oxygen, food, and nutrients — but what do you know about steel and its critical role in our daily lives? The Steel Industry is Essential to Modern […]
Iron is one of today’s most popular metals for a variety of reasons. The metal is durable and resilient and helps to create beautiful designs used in architectural components. But while iron is beautiful and touts numerous benefits, over time […]
The evolution of the baseball bat is an interesting one. While today we see our favorite baseball players swinging beautiful custom-made baseball bats worth a couple hundred dollars, the pros of yesteryear had to make their own baseball bats from […]
There are 91 metals in the periodic table, each of which has its own specific properties. These properties, whether electrical, magnetic, or structural are all influenced by a variety of factors — a big one being temperature. Read on to […]
