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Everything You Need to Know About Sash Clamps for Woodworking

Woodworking requires precision, and to achieve that, you need the right tools for the job. A Sash Clamp is one of the most useful clamping tools for woodworking, and it has been around for centuries. In this article, we will explore what a Sash Clamp is, its advantages over other types of clamps, how to choose the right one, how to use it properly, common mistakes to avoid, and some tips and tricks.Brief History: Sash Clamps have been used for...

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Chemical Anchors: Explanation & Uses

Chemical anchors are bonded anchors that are used for fixing into concrete and masonry applications. They are a great solution for fixing into solid substrates, offering superior strength and reliability without the need for mechanical expansion which could undermine the strength of the building material and the ultimate holding power of the anchor. Chemical anchors provide an excellent bond between the anchor and substrate, making them ideal for use in high-stress applications such as seismic zones or high wind areas...

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Milwaukee Problem Solvers: Improving South African Job Sites

The demanding environment of South African construction sites requires specialised tools that have been built with the end-user in mind. Trade focussed solutions drive Milwaukee’s relentless drive to innovate and build tools that meet user needs. The Milwaukee M18 Flat Head Angle Grinder, M12 Stick Pump, and M18 Needle Vibrator are three of Milwaukee's latest problem-solver tools that make it easy for users to tackle construction challenges. These innovative tools have been designed to provide maximum efficiency, productivity, and safety...

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Cable Fire Protection: fischer’s Comprehensive Solutions

Fire incidents can cause severe damage to properties and pose a threat to the safety of occupants. To prevent such incidents, Upat SA through their supply of the fischer FireStop range provides a comprehensive range of cable fire protection solutions that can significantly reduce the risk of fire spreading through buildings and facilities. This article will unpack the importance of cable fire protection and how fischer's products can offer the best passive fire protection for your properties.Why Cable Coating...

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Toggle Clamps- Get More Out Of Your Tools

Toggle clamps are extremely popular amongst tradesmen in the woodworking, steel work and electronics trade. These clamps are highly recommended by many industry experts who have used them to perfect their projects. Let’s dive into toggle clamps and unpack how to get the most of your toggle clamps whether you work in cabinetry manufacturing, steel welding work or more general DIY applications.What Are Toggle Clamps?Toggle clamps are quick-action clamps that use an over-center locking...

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Fixing For A Green Future In Building And Construction

fischer is the global market leader in fixing technology with a wide range of fixing, installation and FireStop solutions. This means that the brand carries a global responsibility to ensure that fischer fixings are not only the best on the market, but are manufactured in an environmentally responsible way to ensure a sustainable future.

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STABILA | Continually Reinvents Measurement Excellence 

The STABILA name has been inextricably linked to measuring, leveling, and positioning excellence in the building industry for over a century. The history of the name began in 1865 when ANTON Ulrich, the uncle of the company’s subsequent founder, had the idea of combining several rules together to form a folding rule. In doing so, he set the standard for sectional rules still in use worldwide today as one of the most accurate forms of measuring....

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