A Beginner’s Guide to Using Hot Cutting Wire I. Introduction This guide is designed to help beginners learn how to use hot cutting wire effectively and safely. By following the steps outlined below, you’ll be well on your way to mastering this versatile cutting tool. Materials and Tools Needed: Hot cutting wire Power supply or
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World Health Day: The Importance of Precision Strip and Wire in Medical Device Manufacturing
World Health Day is celebrated annually on April 7th, aiming to promote universal health coverage for all. The medical devices industry incorporates a wide range of medical, surgical and scientific products, each performing a crucial role in patient care. Their quality and reliability are essential for successful health outcomes, from implants to surgical and imaging
Star Wars Metallurgy
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New Year’s Resolutions for Business
What are they and could they work for you? For many of us, New Year is generally a time of hope. We look back at past challenges we’ve overcome and look forward to new beginnings. People often fall into one of two camps when it comes to New Year’s resolutions, the “New Year New
Tensile Strength and EMI Protection: advantages of Braided Wire
Braided wires are an important component in electrical applications where there may be stress on the power supply cables or internal wiring, or where there may be electromagnetic interference (EMI) that affects performance. By braiding a wire with a tightly-woven mesh tube, the wire is protected against damage through compression, flexing, temperature fluctuations, rust and
Resistance Wire: Multiple Applications for Multiple Sectors
Resistance Wire is a particular category of wire used predominantly in applications that require the conversion of electricity into heat. There is a fairly broad spectrum of applications across a number of sectors, from domestic appliances and commercial use, right through to higher-intensity industrial applications. For example, in the domestic appliances sector resistance wire is
How to boost your business by subcontracting your precision metals processing
The dilemma Life, both personal and professional, is full of jobs we either don’t want to do or we don’t have time to do. There is no shame in admitting it. Thankfully, we live in an age of service businesses, where a quick google search will find us someone willing to do the things we can’t. There are
How will Brexit impact the precision metal supply chain?
How will Brexit impact the precision metal supply chain? Whatever your political leanings or personal beliefs, it was obvious that the results of the EU referendum that took place on 23 June 2016 would undeniably have an impact on supply chains across all sectors. Whilst businesses strive for growth, consistency and quality, reliability have long
Precision Strip Supply for Hypodermic Needles and Small-Bore Tubing
Precision Strip Supply for Hypodermic Needles and Small-Bore Tubing Covid-19 brought the world many new challenges, impacting aspects of life in ways we could only previously imagine. Across all sectors, innovation and resourcefulness have become essential in overcoming the unprecedented challenges faced. In the current climate, with more people requiring testing and treatment, and a
Stainless Steel Wire: Versatile, Affordable, Reliable
There are a large number of metals available for various applications across the industrial, maritime, aerospace, medical, domestic and other sectors, but few are as versatile and effective as stainless steel. In particular, stainless steel, used as a wire or in its many other formats, brings an array of features and benefits that truly set