Archive for March, 2017
Expediting the Process of Charitable Donations With Donations That Pick up at Home
One of the things about life in this day and age is the fast pace of living that many of us have to accustom themselves with. With people often having to hold down jobs which require them to spend most of their time working and traveling, there is often very little time to take some time out and do something good for society in general. However, many people want to make a difference and do something that can change the lives of the people for the better. If you are someone with a comfortable income and the will to do good, you can definitely do a lot of good by donating to charity. From helping families in need to taking care of children in need of clothing, Continue Reading No Comments
Your Work Desk Is Even Dirtier Than Your Toilet Seat How To Create A Safer And Cleaner Workspace
Businessowners go to great lengths to keep their place of business as safe as possible. They install modern video cameras, regularly check their locks and always take threats of violence seriously. However, one of the most common threats is also the most easily overlooked — everyday bacteria, chemicals and airborne contaminants. Indoor spaces are often more dirty than outdoor spaces, creating a breathing environment that can make employees and customers sick if not routinely cleaned. Professional cleaners work night and day to cultivate the healthiest work space or establishment possible, allowing people to do wha
Environmental Remediation for Ash Wastewater
There are many harmful contaminants contained in coal ash. These elements can make it dangerous for humans and wildlife to drink the water. When the water is used to grow crops it can contaminate the fruits and vegetables and make them dangerous to eat. The same is true for consuming fish and wildlife that has consumed the water or vegetation that received water from contaminated ash wastewater.
Types of Contaminants in Ash Wastewater
Coal is filled with small quantities of elements such as arsenic, selenium, lead, mercury, thallium, and born as well as heavy metals. When coal is burned these various heavy metals and elements do not evaporate in the fire. Rather, they are left with the ash residue after the coal has burned.
Ash can be reintroduced into the envi
When Was the Last Time You Visited an Office Housed in a Repurposed Shipping Container?
Just when we think that we are making the most unique uses of some of the most mundane products we are reminded by history that we are not alone in our efforts to repurpose materials, even very large containers. Storage containers are a perfect example of the repurposing that goes on by individuals who are looking for unique solutions to storage, living accommodations, and even office and reception locations. Although we may think that today’s creative use of shipping containers is fairly unique, we are not the first generation to make unique use of these structures. In fact, as far back as the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, the first appearance of a unique amusement ride made use of railroad cars that closely resembled today’s storage containers.
The Ferris wheel that we all are
Do You Pay Attention to the Product Packages You Purchase?
The product packaging manufacturers in this country have some very specific goals. They want to provide a means for providing quality, safety, and innovation to their consumers, while at the same time providing their clients customization capabilities as well as the latest technology. From plastic bottle design and engineering to the latest packaging innovations, the product packaging manufacturers continue to expand their offerings of plastic molding technologies, custom molding, custom bottle printing, and a variety of other custom bottle packaging options. Consumers hope that they can find the produ
Selling Your Used Tungsten Carbide Tools and Machine Parts at the Right Scrap Carbide Prices
Are you managing a business that works in an industry sector that frequently uses tungsten carbide bits, tungsten carbide drills and tungsten carbide inserts? Tungsten carbide is well known around the world as one of the most popular materials that get used for industrial applications — specifically for the creation and fabrication of tools and machine parts that are expected to remain strong and durable, and retain their performance in extreme conditions. If your business uses these items, and routinely makes use of tungsten carbide in your industrial processes as a prime requirement, it is likely that your turnover of tungsten carbide items is quite large. Continue Reading No Comments
Why Fall Protection Is Vital
Ensuring the safety of workers on-site must be a priority for all in the construction and maintenance sectors. Without appropriate safety mechanisms in place, a person can fall as far as seven feet in less than a second. While worker injuries have fallen over the last 40 years, this is largely down to improved material handling and fall protection on job sites, emphasizing the importance of such investment in safety. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has a set process to minimize dangerous falls and in so doing save lives. The three-step process comprises planning, providing, and training.
The provision of fall protection and the right equipment for material handling is a requirement especially for workers who are involved in work six feet or more above the ground, because the risk of se
Recycling Beyond Paper
When you think about recycling, you probably envisage your own attempts at separating your trash. Perhaps you think about companies cutting down on their paper waste or even recycling of electronics. You probably aren’t thinking about shipping containers, but the reality is there is a huge need for such storage containers to be recycled and reused. They are versatile and durable, too, making them a great option for recycling. From
container pop up shops to rural schools or green housing projects, storage container modifications can make real differences in communities around the world, while also protecting the environment.
Recycling just one steel shipping containe
How Can We Be Better Steward of Our Planet’s Water?
Groundwater contamination is no longer an issue that cannot be taken seriously. Anyone can very easily see how important our groundwater depletion can lead to catastrophic conditions not just for our country but for the Planet as a whole.
Groundwater pollution is a very real threat to the environment and to the very existence of all who live on the Earth. Groundwater remediation and groundwater management hove become areas of science and business that need the special attention of all who are experts in those fields. Without groundwater remediation technologies at w
Increase Your Curb Appeal This Spring With an Asphalt Driveway
Minor problems with your home?s exterior can bring down its resale value and curb appeal significantly. Even minor cracks in the sidewalks and driveways can turn potential buyers away. It can also cause your house to look the worse on the street. This spring, consider improving both your curb appeal and the value of your house by correcting all of these minor exterior problems. Specifically, focus on the following commonly needed repairs.
Driveway repairs
Your driveway is the second thing that people notice about your home, after the exterior of the house. It is also the first thing that they notice, when they step out of their vehicle. People tend to notice cracked driveways, poorly laid asphalt, and dirty and stained driveways. The good thing is that all of these problems can be
