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Whether you own a forklift, skid steer, or other piece of heavy equipment for business or pleasure, you may deal with frequent requests from friends or family members to borrow your equipment over the weekend in exchange for gas and a little cash. Although these requests can become burdensome if those requesting aren't willing to offer a fair price for the wear and tear on your equipment, in many situations your acquaintances or family members may not have many other local rental options.

A temporary boiler rental can be a quick way to keep your operations on track while repairing or replacing your permanent steam plant. As you look into the numerous options for renting a temporary boiler, you'll want to steer clear of any rentals that show signs of impending trouble. The following lists 5 common issues to be aware of when choosing the right rental boiler for your facility's needs. Older Boiler Units

Now that you've decided to repair the leaks and creaks in your home's roof yourself, it's a good idea to put together a list of rentals you can use that will make the job easier and safer overall. Here are four rentals that are sure to provide you with benefits throughout your do-it-yourself roof repair project: Scaffolding Scaffolding creates a walkway up near the roof of your home so you can get around safely without having to rely on a ladder.

Whether you're cleaning out a small garage or cleaning up throughout a major home renovation, having a roll-off dumpster makes it much easier to get rid of unwanted waste and debris. However, there's a limit to what you can dispose of using your rented dumpster. The following takes a look at a few items that your dumpster rental provider doesn't want to see. #1: Batteries Whether it's lead-acid car batteries, lithium-ion battery packs or even the usual AA and AAA-size alkaline batteries found in small devices, there's a good chance your dumpster rental provider won't allow them in their roll-off dumpsters.

Caster wheels can be found on the bottom of a variety of items, from office chairs to platform trucks to industrial bulk bins and carts. In the industrial industry, caster wheels are essential for moving heavy loads easily and without injury to workers. When equipment is constantly being used to transport heavy loads, the weight-bearing parts of that equipment, such as the caster wheels, are bound to break down over time from typical wear and tear.

Injection molding is the best way to quickly create plastic parts with high levels of accuracy, but there are some challenges inherent to this form of modeling. If you're trying to manufacture a part that is always visible and needs a high level of cosmetic quality, you'll need to make some basic changes to your prototype design before sending it to the manufacturer. Watch out for these four common challenges that affect how a finished piece looks.

While using your air compressor at work, you may notice a marked decrease in pressure. This could be caused by an air leak, a blocked air filter, or a malfunctioning intake valve. Use the troubleshooting guide below to determine which one is causing the decreased pressure, along with ways to fix it. Step 1:  Inspect The Hose For Air Leaks The first step involves checking the hose for air leaks. If there are any holes in the hose, the escaping air will cause the pressure to decrease because it is not able to build up inside of the hose.