If your business uses a wafer stepper, then you might need to acquire a few parts for it at some point. Although you might have experience with using a stepper due to using it on a daily basis in your business, you might know little to nothing about buying and installing the parts for it. These are some of the top things that you should know about buying parts for your wafer stepper.
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If you are looking to increase the versatility and flexibility of your three-axis machine tools, adding angle heads into the mix could be a viable solution.
Angle heads give you the ability to perform machining tasks on horizontal and angled planes without moving the workpiece. Leaving the workpiece in place can prevent errors and significantly reduce production times.
Identifying the right angle head for any machining job can be challenging. Use these tips to help ensure you are using the right angle heads in the future.
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Steel tubes can be fabricated in so many ways. They can be welded, bent, and even cut. Whatever type of customization you plan on performing on this special material, use these tips for a refined customization experience.
Go With a Standard Size
If you plan on working with steel tubing pretty frequently for the next couple of months or so, then you'll be ordering this material a lot from suppliers. You'll have an easier time carrying out these orders when you just go with a standard size.
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Older transformers that have been set up in mines or on commercial lots may contain polychlorinated biphenyls. The PCB oil that is added to a transformer's encasement is effective in preventing short circuits. This oil type, however, is toxic to humans and animals and shouldn't be disposed of with standard waste and attempts shouldn't be made to incinerate it. If you are currently upgrading the transformers on your property, learn how proper disposal will protect your staff and clients from exposure to this dangerous chemical combination.
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