Kimball Midwest Blog

A Quick Guide to Fastener Identification

June 20, 2024 | by Kimball Midwest

Whether you’ve been a Kimball Midwest customer for years or you are considering making the switch from your previous supplier, chances are you know the frustrations of disorganized fasteners.

Tags: Products, Maintenance, MRO, How To, Fasteners, Tips, Bolts, Quality Products, Grade 8, Grade 5, Metric

The Right Fasteners for Your Shop

May 18, 2023 | by Kimball Midwest

Fasteners are a vital part of most industrial shops, but with many variables involved, it’s critical to make sure you have the right ones on hand for your operational needs.

Tags: How To, Fasteners, Bolts, Grade 8, KM USA, Grade 5

Removing a Stuck Fastener: The Kimball Midwest Way

May 11, 2023 | by Kimball Midwest

One of the most frustrating things to happen is a stuck or stripped fastener. It can cause a significant amount of downtime and require tools your shop might not have on hand.

Tags: How To, Fasteners, Bolts, Grade 8, KM USA, Grade 5

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

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

Don’t Test Your Wallet: Circuit Testers Can Save You Time, Money

March 5, 2020 | by Kimball Midwest

“It’s not working.”

Tags: Products, Safety, Maintenance, Service, How To, Repair, Electrical

A Primer on Spray Paint Safety

February 19, 2020 | by Kimball Midwest

Spring is getting closer, and it’s time to think about painting. Whether you need to freshen up your workshop or paint your equipment, you need to set yourself up for success to get the job done right. Before you get started, here are some resources to help you:

Tags: Products, Safety, How To, Shop Supplies, Paint, Environment

Proper Electrical Terminal Crimping is Key

February 13, 2020 | by Kimball Midwest

Just like pretty much anything you need to do in your shop, having the right tool for the job and using it properly is very important when crimping electrical terminals.

Tags: How To, Electrical, Quality Products, Best Tools for the Job

Gear to go With Your Cutting Tools

September 3, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

So you’ve picked out the right cutting tool for the job? That’s great, but before you get started, don’t neglect a few key categories of things you’ll need to get the job done right: cutting tool fluids, safety equipment and deburring tools.