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That means it’s time to start winterizing the shop. Kimball Midwest is here to help with your preparations against shorter days and drops in temperatures. Tags: Safety, Preparation, Winter, Cold-Weather](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/winterizing-your-shop) ### [Shop Essentials You May Be Missing Out On October 20, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest Your shop is the backbone of your business, so you want to ensure it is top-notch. You want to make sure it looks nice, but more importantly, you want to make sure it runs smoothly. Tags: Shop Supplies, Chemicals, Best Tools for the Job, Assortments](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/shop-essentials) ### [Similar Tools, Big Difference October 13, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest Some products in the maintenance, repair and operations world are unique. In fact, the Kimball Midwest team constantly seeks out the latest, distinctive new products to add to our vast selection of more than 55,000 products. Tags: Expert, Best Tools for the Job](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/similar-tools) ### [How-to Declutter the Shop October 6, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest Anyone who has worked in a shop can tell you it’s not always the cleanest, most organized environment. Sometimes, you must make a mess to get the job done. While it may not seem like a big deal if a corner of a shop is cluttered or messy, these problems can add up and prove to be costly. Tags: Organization, American Made, Custom Solutions](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/how-to-declutter-the-shop) ### [How to Select the Right Tubing September 29, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest In the world of maintenance, repair and operations, fluid flow can be among the most complex subjects. Tags: Safety, How To, Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Hydraulic Systems, Solution, Hydraulic Hose, Fluid Flow](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/choosing-correct-hydraulic-tubing) ### [Kimball Midwest is Ready to Help When Disaster Strikes September 22, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest Disasters can be hard to prepare for. Typically, they are unexpected, and each comes with a unique situation to overcome the damages or losses. While Kimball Midwest can’t predict disasters that may occur, we can help our customers be prepared when one strikes. Tags: Safety, Prevention, Chemicals, Solution, Best Tools for the Job, Cleaning Supplies](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/kimball-midwest-is-ready-to-help-when-disaster-strikes) ### [How to Choose the Right Drill Bit September 15, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest Choosing the right drill bit for the job can be difficult for the uninitiated: There are simply so many options out there! Tags: MRO, Cutting Tools, Drilling, Drill Bits](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/how-to-choose-right-drill-bit) ### [September is Food Safety Month September 8, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest September is Food Safety Month, so Kimball Midwest would like to take a moment to recognize the food grade products we sell. Tags: Safety, Solution, American Made, Food Safety](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/september-is-food-safety-month) ### [Playing it Safe with Cutting Tools September 1, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest Cutting tools are an important part of the toolkit at many shops, so it’s essential for everyone using them to know what they’re doing, both to get the job done effectively and to keep themselves and everyone around them safe. Tags: Safety, Cutting Tools, Safety Seminar](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/cutting-tool-safety) ### [How to Measure the Fluid Flow Fitting You Need in a Hurry August 25, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest Fluid flow, hydraulics, air brake fittings – the area is referred to by many names and can at times seem confusing, but it doesn’t have to be! Tags: How To, Hydraulics, Hydraulic Systems, Hydraulic Hose, Fluid Flow](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/measure-fluid-flow-fittings) ### [Am I Using This Right? August 18, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest In maintenance, repair and operations, the misuse of a product can cause failure. This can lead to downtime, waste and expense, which are things you never want to deal with in your shop. Tags: Development, Prevention, Drill Bits, Best Tools for the Job, How it Works](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/am-i-using-this-right) ### [What Does Made in the USA Mean? August 11, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest You probably see it all the time on products and in advertising: Made in the USA. It’s even more common if you include related wording like American-Made and Manufactured in America. 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