September 21, 2020
How Are Fruits and Vegetables Processed?
Advancements in international logistics and better education on healthy eating have led to an increased demand for a variety of fruits and vegetables grown all over the world. Another factor driving consumption is the availability of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables that are cleaned, processed, pre-packaged and stocked in virtually every grocery store. Processed fruits and […]
Read moreAugust 12, 2020
Blade Coatings and their Advantages
Common blade coatings; their uses, advantages, and disadvantages. Blade coatings are useful in many industrial applications all over the world. Changing the material properties of the blade body without sacrificing the steels inherent strengths or stainless steels ability to resist corrosion. Some of the most common desires or applications of coatings to blade surfaces are […]
Read moreJuly 08, 2020
Saw Blade Kerf
Every woodworker knows that no two saw blades are alike, and you need to be sure you select the right one for your project. One of the features to look for in a particular saw blade is the blade’s kerf — or the width of the material that is removed when cutting. This is determined […]
Read moreJuly 08, 2020
What is a Dado Blade?
A dado blade is a circular saw blade that cuts grooves into the wood that are much wider than traditional saw blade cuts. They are used for interlocking applications. Interlocking joints are common in making bookshelves, drawers, door panels and cabinets. You can use other methods to achieve the wide groove cut without a dado […]
Read moreJuly 08, 2020
Ripping Hardwood
There are many popular hardwood species used for woodworking projects, including oak, maple, poplar, cherry, birch and walnut. When working with these wood varieties for projects like flooring, you may need to rip the wood. Ripping refers to cutting the wood along its grain for a lengthwise cut. This type of cut is easy to […]
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