People often assume that asphalt contractors have a constant supply of asphalt and bitumen products at their disposal. That is only partially true. Asphalt contractors do not have their own asphalt and bitumen production plants, but they do know how to acquire these products through asphalt suppliers. Here are some of the more common places from which your contractor acquires paving materials.
Oil Company Subsidiaries
Asphalt and bitumen contain tar, which comes from oil pits, oil sands, and tar pits.
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3 Impactful Tips to Remember When Using Thread Gages
Thread gages play an important role in many sectors. They're designed to measure the pitch of screw and nut heads. If you plan on using these gages on a regular basis in your operations, these tips will ensure everything goes smoothly.
Don't Force a Fit
There are plenty of contractors out there that try forcing these thread gages onto screw heads that they need measured. Taking this approach could create too much force, and as a result, the threads could get stripped.
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Top Reasons For A Company To Sponsor OSHA Certification Classes For Their Employees
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is in charge of ensuring that American employees have safe working conditions. One way they make this happen is by offering OSHA certification classes for a variety of industries. While individual employees are not legally required to obtain OSHA certification to keep their jobs, it is highly recommended that employers sponsor OSHA certification classes and pay any fees associated with an employee obtaining OSHA certification.
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5 Potential Causes Of Hydraulic Seal Failure
What are hydraulic seals? They are soft, non-metallic rings that are created to contain as well as prevent fluid leakage between various components. Hydraulic seals are designed to be extremely durable. Unfortunately, when these seals are not used properly, you may find that you have serious problems with your equipment. Here are a few causes of failure with hydraulic seals that you should familiarize yourself with.
Improper Installation
There are a variety of problems that can occur if hydraulic seals are not installed properly, and as a result, the life span of the seals is shortened.
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