Stainless steel plates are utilized because of their high strength, resistance against corrosion, versatility and aesthetics.  Due to the fact that stainless steel plates are commonly used throughout a plethora of environments, it must be cut in specific ways.  There are different methods in which stainless plates can be cut.

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Stainless steel rod has countless uses.  From ladder rungs to door handles, reinforcing concrete to being threaded and holding objects together, metal rod is essential in any industry.   Smooth stainless steel rod can be attractive and even decorative, while threaded stainless steel rod can be used to hold objects together and maintain permanence. 

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Access platforms can describe a number of types of platforms used to access hard to reach places. 

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When choosing to add access platforms to your work environment, or if the nature of your business requires them all the time, it is important to make sure all users are properly trained to use the equipment and that a maintenance plan is performed regularly.  When you purchase a work platform, the manufacturer usually has a minimum service recommendation and often the option to have them provide the regular service and maintenance for a nominal charge.  Provided you or someone in your company is properly trained, these preventative maintenance measures can often be made in house.

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A cherry picker is a type of aerial work platform that consists of a platform or bucket at the end of a hydraulic lifting system.  The purpose of cherry access platforms is to help employees reach inaccessible areas around a tree with relative ease.  Cherry pickers are also known to be used for electrical equipment on utility poles, displays and cables.

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You see it in parking lots and sidewalks; grating that surrounds the trunk of the tree, keeping debris away from the soil and draining the sidewalk of excess rain.  Tree grating is available in limitless designs and styles and can be fabricated to meet the needs of the city or corporation installing it.  In an article about Washington DC, David Alpert, explains some benefits and also some concerns that tree grates can hold for a city such as DC.

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In order to select the correct style of grating for grate inlets there are several things to consider.  Important factors to consider are provided by the Department of Transportation of each state.  The Texas Department of Transportation published a manual, Hydraulic Design Manual, that has a section dedicated to gutter flow.  This manual provides information on correct procedures, examples and current policies.

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Sidewalks are a common piece of transportation infrastructure, and it is important that public entities and city governments observe code requirements to provide a safe walking surface for all.  Municipalities are noticing that safe, appealing, tree-lined pedestrian street environments are encouraging healthy living through physical activity and supporting downtown area development.  Designing streetscapes to incorporate trees and direct storm water while providing pedestrian safety, can prove to be a challenge.

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Many companies are losing their good employee’s due to retirement.  According to Occupational Health & Safety, every seven seconds in the United States, someone turns 61, raising concern among management of losing talented workers.  However, due to the economy and diminishment of 401K savings and social security, many employees are reconsidering retirement.  The Bureau of Labor Statistics says about 95 percent of Americans over 65 are willing to continue working full or part time.

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AISTech 2012 The Iron & Steel Technology Conference and Exposition

AISTech 2012 will feature technologies from all over the world, allowing steel producers to compete in today’s global market.

Location:
Georgia World Congress Center
285 Andrew Young International Blvd., NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30313

Booth Number:
1628

Dates:
May 7 – 10, 2012

Exhibit Hours: