Derek Rice

Hello, my name is Malcolm and this is my new blog. My friends thought that I was insane when I told them I was going to start a manufacturing blog. However, I'm not insane. I am just massively inspired by a trip I made to my father-in-law's factory. I married into an industrial and manufacturing family who run a number of different plants across the country. When I was brought into the family fold I decided to find out about the industry. It was a fascinating experience and I am really pleased to have had it. I hope you like my blog.

Three of the Most Common Oil Flushes and When to Use Them

21 November 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

The condition of the oil in the machinery used for industrial manufacturing determines not only the efficiency of the machinery but also their durability. Oil flushing is a process that exists to ensure that the condition of the oil being used to run the systems is clean, that there is no oxide layer forming inside the machinery and that the systems do not stop functioning because of dirty oil. There are many types of oil flushes that you can perform on your industrial system. Read More …

Choosing the Right Industrial Tanks to Keep Your Water Safe

17 October 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

How you design, build and use your water storage tanks contributes to increasing the lifespan of the tank, as well as ensuring water stored is safe for your required use. There are many aspects to this, not the least of which is the material the tank is made of, local and national regulations and the environment in which it will be kept, among other factors. The following article highlights the important aspects to consider when sourcing industrial water storage tanks. Read More …

Stainless Steel Welding Tips for Apprentice Metal Fabricators

3 August 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

As an apprentice welder looking to get into the metal fabrication trade, it is essential to learn how to weld stainless steel properly. However, trainee welders often think that attaining the perfect weld on stainless steel is something they can learn in a few lessons. If that is your thinking, then you are in for a rude shock. For the most part, stainless steel is not the easiest of metals to work with when welding. Read More …

How Artificial intelligence can be used to achieve higher quality laser cutting projects

23 May 2018
 Categories: Industrial & Manufacturing, Blog

Laser cutting refers to the use of a laser to cut, shape and size many different materials during industrial processes. During most laser cutting projects, a powerful laser beam is directed towards the material, and cutting is achieved via melting, burning or vaporising. To increase the efficiency of laser cutting processes, more effective machines need to be used. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a popular technology for achieving higher quality laser cutting projects. Read More …

Three Finishing Choices For New Railings

24 April 2018
 Categories: , Blog

Railings are much used in Australian cities which have areas that were developed in the Victorian period. Cast iron railings - in common with other street furniture, such as bollards and lamp posts - are the defining architectural feature of many older districts in the country. Having said that, railings are also much loved by modern architects these days, used to create a physical barrier between one area and the next but which can be seen through. Read More …

About Me
Malcolm's Manufacturing Blog

Hello, my name is Malcolm and this is my new blog. My friends thought that I was insane when I told them I was going to start a manufacturing blog. However, I'm not insane. I am just massively inspired by a trip I made to my father-in-law's factory. I married into an industrial and manufacturing family who run a number of different plants across the country. When I was brought into the family fold I decided to find out about the industry. It was a fascinating experience and I am really pleased to have had it. I hope you like my blog.

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