---
title: Kimball Midwest Blog | How To
description: How To | Explore Kimball Midwest's range of quality products and solutions for maintenance, repair, and operations, enhancing efficiency and safety in your business.
---

[![Kimball Midwest Slant Logo](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image%20(40).png?width=131&height=58&name=image%20(40).png "Kimball Midwest Slant Logo")](http://www.kimballmidwest.com/)

- [Products](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/All-Products/)
- [About Us](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/About-Us/)
- [Blog](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com)
- [Find A Rep](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/FindARep/)

[![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.kimballmidwest.com%2Ftag%2Fhow-to%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on LinkedIn](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/linkedin-24x24.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.kimballmidwest.com%2Ftag%2Fhow-to%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![Share on Twitter](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/twitter-24x24.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.kimballmidwest.com%2Ftag%2Fhow-to%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.kimballmidwest.com%2Ftag%2Fhow-to%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=)

### [Getting Started with KimballMidwest.com: A Quick & Easy Setup Guide April 17, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest Setting up your online account at KimballMidwest.com takes just 60 seconds or less — seriously! Whether you're managing inventory or placing orders for your team, having access to the storefront is a game-changer. Let’s walk you through the simple steps to get started. Tags: MRO, How To, How it Works, American Made, Kimballmidwest.com, Online Shopping, Custom Solutions](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/getting-started-with-kimballmidwest.com-a-quick-easy-setup-guide)

### [Four Ways to Save Time on Your Next Online Order Using KimballMidwest.com March 27, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest *Make online ordering easier with these simple time-saving tools* Tags: Products, How To, Best Tools for the Job, Efficiency, How it Works, Kimballmidwest.com, Online Shopping](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/4-ways-to-save-time-on-your-next-online-order-using-kimballmidwest.com)

### [How to Choose a Wheel or Disc December 5, 2024 | by Kimball Midwest We often use the terms wheel and disc interchangeably in the workplace. But do they really mean the same thing? No, the differences are vast, and we are here to help explain. From grinding wheels to grinding discs, flap wheels to flap discs and emery cloth, let’s dive into their differences and the best applications for each. Tags: How To, Abrasives, How it Works, American Made, Abrasive Wheels, Abrasive Discs](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/how-to-choose-between-a-wheel-or-disc)

### [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](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/a-quick-guide-to-fastener-identification)

### [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](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/right-fasteners-for-you)

### [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](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/removing-a-stuck-fastener-the-kimball-midwest-way)

### [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)

### [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)

### [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](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/dont-test-your-wallet-circuit-testers-can-save-you-time-money)

### [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](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/a-primer-on-spray-paint-safety)

### [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](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/proper-electrical-terminal-crimping-is-key)

<https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/gear-to-go-with-your-cutting-tools>

<https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/gear-to-go-with-your-cutting-tools>

### [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](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/choosing-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.](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/gear-to-go-with-your-cutting-tools)

 Tags: Maintenance, How To, Cutting Tools, Prevention, Chemicals

[All posts](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/all) [Next](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/tag/how-to/page/2)

**Kimball Midwest**

[**About Us**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/about-us/)   
[**Mission & Core Values**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Careers/Mission-Vision-Values/)   
[**Leadership Team**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Careers/Mission-Vision-Values/Leadership_Team/)   
[**Careers**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Careers/Apply-Now/)   
[**Supplier Diversity**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Supplier-Diversity/)   
[**Quality Commitment**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Products/Quality-Commitment/)   
[**Newsroom**](https://news.kimballmidwest.com/)

**Buy From Us**

[**Products**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Products/)   
[**Find A Rep Near Me**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/FindARep/)   
[Find My Rep](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/FindARep/)   
[Become A Customer](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/request-an-account/)   
[**True Partners: Cost Recovery**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/True-Partners/)   
[**Government Sales**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Government-Sales/)

**Resources**

[**Digital Catalog**](http://catalog.kimballmidwest.com/)   
[**Video Hub**](https://video.kimballmidwest.com/)   
[**Blog**](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/)   
[**Safety Data Sheets**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Products/Technical-Info/)   
[**Technical Information**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Products/Technical-Info/Technical-Documents/)   
[**OSHA GHS**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Products/Technical-Info/OSHA/)

**Support**

[**Contact Us**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Contact-Us/)   
[**Storefront FAQ**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Storefront-FAQ/)   
[**Online Only Offer**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/online-only-offer/)   
[**Accessibility**](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/accessibility/)

**Stay Connected**

|  | [![Facebook](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/hubfs/Kimball%20Logos/Gray%20Social%20Icons/facebook-light-gray.png "Facebook")](https://www.facebook.com/KimballMW/) | [![LinkedIn](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/hubfs/Kimball%20Logos/Gray%20Social%20Icons/linkedin-light-gray.png "LinkedIn")](https://www.linkedin.com/company/kimball-midwest) | [![Twitter](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/hubfs/Kimball%20Logos/Gray%20Social%20Icons/twitter-light-gray.png "Twitter")](https://twitter.com/kimballmidwest) | [![Instagram](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/hubfs/Kimball%20Logos/Gray%20Social%20Icons/instagram-light-gray.png "Instagram")](https://www.instagram.com/kimballmidwest/) | [![YouTube](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/hubfs/Kimball%20Logos/Gray%20Social%20Icons/youtube-light-gray.png "YouTube")](https://www.youtube.com/user/KimballMidwest) | [![Blog](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/hubfs/Kimball%20Logos/Gray%20Social%20Icons/blog-lightgray.png "Blog")](https://blog.kimballmidwest.com/) |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |

[Sitemap](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/Site-Map/) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/TermsAndConditions/Privacy-Policy/) | [Terms & Conditions](https://www.kimballmidwest.com/TermsAndConditions/)  
Copyright © 2023 Kimball Midwest