Kimball Midwest Blog

Mixing and Matching Your Hydraulic Components?

August 20, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

We’re back with another installment of our Ask the Expert series. This time, we’re addressing the importance of using the same manufacturer for all components of a hydraulic hose assembly.

Tags: Hydraulic Hose, Liability, Hydraulic Systems

Effective Extractors and When to Use Them

August 13, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

It’s probably happened to you at some point, whether you’re a DIYer or you work in repair and maintenance. You stripped or broke a screw or bolt, and it refuses to budge. Broken fasteners are not just frustrating, they can ruin your work material, and your day, if you don’t have a good extractor to remove them.

Tags: Extractors, Cutting Tools, Bolts

Are You Maintaining Your Hydraulic System?

August 6, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

The pure power generated by a hydraulic system is a wonderful thing, but it takes an intricate mixture of proper assembly, maintenance, and proper usage to enjoy its full potential.

Tags: Hydraulics, Hydraulic Systems, How To, Hydraulic Hose

Making Sense of Auto Fuses

July 30, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Despite its small size, an auto fuse is a critical component in your vehicle, protecting the valuable and delicate electronics in the event of a sudden electrical surge. Fuses are designed to melt if exposed to an overcurrent—interrupting the circuit before it causes more significant damage—but they are generally easy and inexpensive to replace.

Tags: Fuse, Electrical, Automotive

How You Benefit From Personal Service

July 23, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Have you ever had an experience of working with a company that fails to understand your needs and keeps providing you with the same solutions everyone else in the market is offering? Yes? Then that company is treating you with a one-size-fits-all approach. They don’t understand the tools you need to succeed as a business or the solutions they can give you to help your bottom-line. One size does not fit all and we’re here to tell you why.

Tags: Service, MRO, Inventory

Ask The Expert: Cryo-Gen, Burs, and Extractors

July 16, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

We're back with the third installment of our Ask The Expert series, highlighting questions about Cryo-Gen cutting tools, burs, and extractors.

Tags: Expert, Solution, Tips

It All Starts With the Hose

July 9, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Some people think that they can use any hose for any application. They are terribly mistaken and this leaves them open to serious risks to their safety.

Tags: Tips, Hydraulic Systems, Hydraulics, Hydraulics, How To

Made in America: What Does it Mean?

July 2, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

There’s a certain pride that we Americans carry with us in everything we do, and that certainly includes what and who we choose to patronize with our hard-earned wealth. That’s why the simple “Made in America” label can mean so much.

Tags: American, Culture, Products

OSHA says, "Water. Rest. Shade."

June 22, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Six months ago, people who work outdoors or in other areas exposed to the elements were anxious for things to warm up in most areas of the country. Now, the pendulum has swung to the other extreme and many workers need relief from the heat.

Tags: Summer, Safety, Heat

Ask The Expert: Fasteners, Crimpers, and Chemicals

June 15, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

When looking for technical answers around the shop, it’s not always easy to find consistent answers. That’s when you should turn to the experts.

Tags: Fasteners, Electrical, Chemicals

Have a Maintenance Expert in Your Corner?

June 8, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

An Ohio sales representative dropped by a truck repair facility one day. The shop had been getting its MRO supplies from a variety of independent suppliers, but they liked what they heard from the sales rep and decided to give the new vendor a chance.

Tags: Solution, Inventory, Expert

Stay Safe With This Abrasives Safety Checklist

June 1, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Abrasives can be very useful tools. From performing large functions such as cutting and grinding to putting the final touches on a project with finishing discs, abrasives can be crucial to some projects. However, if the proper safety procedures aren’t followed, the consequences can be devastating.

Tags: Safety, Abrasives, Tips

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