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 Screws and bolts have always been known to loosen due to vibration, parts will fall off and with this it can cause some serious safety hazards. This is the reason threadlocker was invented.
A threadlocker is a liquid polymer that you put on the threads of the bolt before you tighten it in place, the polymer will set up with the absence of air, which will seal the threads in place preventing them from becoming loose from further vibrations.
There are three strengths of threadlocker
 In every home or work place there is a number of electrical safety hazards, with our increased dependence on electricity there has been a rise in electrical fatalities throughout the years. The most common victims are children who are not carefully supervised. Next common …
 A PVC pipe cutter is a tool designed specifically to cut pvc pipe and nothing else. Using a pvc pipe cutter is a much safer way to cut than using a saw or some of the other tools out there.
Just like any tool a pvc pipe cutter can be dangerous if not used properly, here are some tips to ensure your safety.
PVC can and will splinter or send shards flying off towards you, since this can happen it is important to wear safety goggles – not just glasses since the goggles provide more protection. You should also be sure to wear gloves when handling pipe, gloves will protect you against slippage of the tool and provide a better grip on the pipe.
 Have you done some remodeling lately, put new pipes in your home, do you need or want an eco friendly way to dispose of your old PVC pipe?
Here are some new ideas:
Recycling – Many communities have a recycling program that …
 We all have used one at one point in our lives, you may have one now and really never gave it much thought, you flip the switch and it chews up what ever you throw at it, but lets take a look at how they came to be one of your most used appliances.
The garbage disposal was first introduced on the market in 1938 by InSinkErator, it was developed by a man named John W. Hammes of Wisconsin. In order for a garbage disposal to work the cities had to rework their entire sewage systems, many of the cities refused including New York City which declared the garbage disposal illegal up until 1997 when they finally removed the law.
Today’s disposers are more powerful than previous ones, they run at 200 to 750 watts, have stainless steel parts that resist corrosion, are installed under the kitchen sink with a switch located on the wall near the sink, and may have sound proofing to reduce noise levels.
 A check valve or a non return valve is a device that allows the flow of water or other material in only one direction, it will stop the flow in the opposite direction. Check valves are installed in pipe lines and do …
 Many years ago oil based paints were the standard for painting homes, now a days due to environmental and health regulations latex paints have been a better choice. In most applications latex is better but there is still sometimes you may need an oil based paint.
In the 1970’s they discovered that the lead in paints was a serious health hazard, mostly for children. In 1978 the FDA banned the use of lead in all paints.
Some Latex features are that it does not actually contain latex, most exterior house paint is fortified with 100% acrylic or urethane binders, this makes it flexible and breathable compared to oil based paints. Latex is less likely to crack, it allows moisture to pass through with out blistering or peeling and it is also less likely to fade.
Oil based paints are a better choice when painting metal or steel siding, wrought iron railings and metal gutters, since oil based will adhere better and has a less chance of peeling.
 “Go Green” has been a popular term lately with everyone trying to do what they can for the environment, help save costs and use less energy in the home. Outlined below is some ideas to help you “Go Green” and save in your own …
 The purpose of the Hazard Communication Standard Program is to inform your employees about the hazardous substances you may have in the workplace. It helps identify the potential harmful effects of these substances and appropriate control measures. The tools used in this program are warning labels, MSDS sheets and of course employee training.
This program is just a standard which means you can adapt the rules of it to fit the needs of your workplace, but that also means that you will have the responsibility of implemeting it in the approprate manner to have an effective program.
 KSCdirect.com is an authorized Loctite wholesale distributor. Have a request for larger quantity orders or need a quote, our qualified salesmen are available to assist you.
Our unit prices are discounted for single piece purchases and we accept credit cards.
Check out the Loctite application guides …
 It’s easy to find fittings at KSCdirect. Use our search engine to locate fittings by type and size. For best results we suggest using our abbreviation chart and standard sizing nomenclature.
Sizing:
Search for size using fractions. Represent fractions with numbers, dashes and slashes. For …
 Is your lawn mower looking a bit worse for wear, do you want to freshen it up a little bit, well how about a fresh coat of paint. Here are some steps to help you with your weekend project.
1. Get out that old drop …
 The Band-It Band-Loc tool is used to apply stainless steel Band-Loc Ties, this is a lightweight tool and has adjustable tension and automatic cut off. The Band-Loc weighs in at about 1 lb, light enough to carry around with you …
 If you have a jetted tub I am sure you have had this happen, you know the brown flakes that show up when you turn it on. Your jetted tub or some of you may know them as a whirlpool bath or Jacuzzi tub …
 If you are starting a new painting project, surface preparation is the most important step. A surface that has not been prepared properly is the biggest cause of paint failures.
First step:
Remove grease, dirt, oil and any chemicals, these interfere with the adhesion of paint. …
 Spring is on it’s way and for some of us that means spring cleaning, we’ve all got the closets that need to be cleaned out, yard work that needs to be started, garage that could use some organization but have you thought about your Delta faucets ? I bet not, think about the faucets in your home, are there some that when you turn it on sprays this way and that way, or the pressure is not what it used to be, you can bet these are the ones that may need a bit of spring cleaning.
 All Bradford White water heaters come with a limited warranty, this limited warranty covers both the glass-lined tank and the component parts for leakage and other malfunction caused by defects in materials and or workmanship.
The warranty will cover the first buyer and and then to any other owners as long as the water heater is still installed in the original place of installation.
Your water heater should have come with warranty information but if for some reason this has been lost or the previous owner did not leave it for you, you can contact Bradford White for a replacement copy.
We have quite a few calls from our customers trying to locate their model number on their Bradford White water heater, be it for replacement parts or warranty information. Today We will talk about how you can easily locate this on your water heater, and check back tomorrow for information on what is covered under warranty.
Bradford Whites model/serial number is located on the rating plate which is an adhesive sticker located in the top center or the warning label, in most cases this will be right below the manufacturing facility address.
Spring is coming up on us quickly and now is a good time to do a little maintenance on your septic system. If you live in a rural area you most likely have a septic system instead of a sewer connection, taking care of your system is not difficult if you follow some basic guidelines.
For a family of four with a 1000 gallon tank experts say yours should be pumped after 3-5 years of full time use, some can go longer but this would be the general rule to keep your system running smoothly. Do not ever attempt to open the septic tank yourself the gases and bacteria are extremely dangerous.
Things to remember inside the house would be to never use the toilet as a garbage disposal, you should never flush things like cat litter, cigarette butts and filters, paper towels, or facial tissues as these will clog your system a lot faster than you would imagine. Do not over use heavy cleaners as this kills bacteria in the septic system so the solids do not break down as well.
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