Kimball Midwest Blog (27)

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

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: Safety, Summer, 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: Inventory, Solution, 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

We Asked Veterans, They Answered

May 25, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Creating a well-rounded team is important for any business. Employees with different backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills can give your company an edge that others might be lacking. While considering the different types of employees that would work best with your business, make sure you’re not leaving out veterans.

Tags: Career, American, Veterans

Vendor Managed Inventory Done Right

May 18, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

We have a few questions for you but be warned: depending on how organized your shop is, they might be painful to answer.

Tags: MRO, Inventory, Vendor Managed Inventory

Ensure Your Fleet is Ready for Summer

May 11, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

As spring winds down and summer heats up, it’s a great time to check out your fleet vehicles and make sure they’re clean, both inside and out.

Tags: Prevention, Tips, Summer

Correct Abrasive for the Application? Let's Check.

May 4, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Your choice of abrasive can make your job the easiest thing you’ve ever done, or the hardest. Why waste valuable time when you can choose the correct tool for the job from the get-go?

Tags: How To, Abrasives, Tips

Ask The Expert: Drill Bits, Abrasives, and Cutting Tools

April 27, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

When it comes to questions on a job, who do you turn to?

Tags: Abrasives, Cutting Tools, Drilling

Four Ways You Can Give Back

April 20, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Businesses – small, medium, and large – can benefit from community involvement. Companies that depend on their surrounding citizens to keep them in business, however, should seriously consider this strategy.

Tags: How To, Community, Give Back

How to Choose the Best Penetrating Oil

April 13, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Although many people might not know what penetrating oils are, they’re a vital tool for many in the MRO industry. Some might even say they’re the most important tool in the business.

Tags: Fasteners, Chemicals, Tips

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