The History of the IV
The IV and surgical latex tubing is a wonderful medical tool that has saved many lives. This past weekend, I witnessed the amazing power of IVs while my aunt was in the hospital. She was hooked up to...
View ArticleIs Switching to Polyurethane Bushings Right for You?
Polyurethane bushings are one alternative to automotive bushings made from synthetic or natural rubber. Polyurethane is usually harder than rubber, and offers different features and benefits than...
View ArticleThe History of Skateboard Wheels
Skateboard wheels were first invented in the early 1900s. A few inventive children took old roller skate wheels and attached them to 2 by 4 boards. The original skateboard wheels were made from steel,...
View ArticleCleaning Rubber Rollers
Rubber rollers have a variety of uses, from use for installing wallpaper and fiberglass to flattening materials in industrial factories. Rubber rollers have been used to apply stickers and labels,...
View ArticleConcrete Vs. Plastic Septic Tanks
Choosing a septic tank is a major decision for people without access to a municipal water system. Prior to deciding what to buy, there are environmental factors that have to be considered and assessed....
View ArticleIs Medical Tubing Recyclable After Use?
Earlier this year, I went with my roommate to start donating plasma in order to earn some extra income. It’s a daunting process the first time you go. You go through two hours of physicals and...
View ArticleFun Uses for Clear Plastic Tubing
Plastic tubing has a variety of uses in hundreds of industries, from tubes used in automobiles, to factory uses, to packaging, and toy making. Although there are many boring uses for clear tubing,...
View ArticleThe History of Blow Molding
Plastic blow molding is the process of blowing air into a machine to change the shape of plastic. Often, blow molding is combined with the use of molds to create intricate shapes made with thin, hollow...
View ArticleThe History of Neoprene
Neoprene Neoprene is a special kind of synthetic rubber that is manufactured through the processing of the material chloroprene. This rubber is a highly flexible and stable material, even when applied...
View ArticleBenefits of Rubber Baseboards
Rubber Baseboard Baseboards are not a wildly popular product, and most people do not even think about them on a regular basis. Most baseboards in commercial or industrial settings, if they exist at...
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