Austech blog articles
Discover how Compression Cutters revolutionise woodworking and CNC machining, offering precision, cleaner cuts, and time-saving efficiency. Learn the basics about their unique dual-flute design, versatility across various materials, and long-term cost benefits. Elevate your woodworking projects with the latest in cutting-edge technology.
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In bustling industrial environments, where the din of machinery reigns supreme, the health of workers' ears often goes overlooked. Yet, safeguarding against noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is paramount. Prolonged exposure to high noise levels poses significant risks, causing irreversible damage to the inner ear over time. This not only impacts individual well-being but also jeopardizes workplace safety and productivity.
Prioritizing the protection of employees' hearing ensures safer, healthier, and more productive work environments. By implementing comprehensive protection strategies, we can tune into safety and safeguard the precious gift of hearing in every workplace.
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Stay abreast of workplace safety with the latest update on Welding Fumes Exposure Standards. The Work Health and Safety Ministers have recently implemented immediate changes to the Workplace Exposure Standard (WES) for welding fumes. The WES for Welding Fumes (not otherwise classified) has been reduced from 5mg/m3 to 1mg/m3 for an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA). This shift underscores a commitment to improving worker health and safety during welding processes.
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Enter the realm of welding, where safety reigns supreme. Discover the essentials, from vital protective gear to savvy safety practices, ensuring every project remains incident-free. With a steadfast commitment to safety, welders craft their skills with confidence, consistently delivering secure and exceptional results.
In factories and workshops, prioritizing safety is crucial, with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) playing a pivotal role. It serves as a shield against a range of hazards, providing specific gear tailored to different situations. Employing PPE effectively ensures a safer work environment for everyone involved.
Carbide bandsaw blades perform particularly well when cutting large quantities of hard materials. Metal-cutting operations requiring carbide-tipped blades must use a saw capable of running the required blade speeds. Here are some guidelines to help you choose the best Carbide bandsaw blades for your needs.
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Choosing the right bandsaw blade for the material to be cut plays an important role in cost effective band sawing. Here are some guidelines to help you select the appropriate bimetal bandsaw blades for your application.
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There are 20 common problems encountered during typical sawing operations. The possible causes of bandsaw blade failure could be: Improper break‑in procedure. Excessive band speed for the type of material being cut. Low feed rate causes teeth to rub instead of penetrate. Insufficient cutting fluid due to inadequate supply, improper ratio, and / or improper application. Improper bandsaw blade selection for application. Excessive feeding rate or feed pressure. Worn, missing or improperly positioned chip brush. Improper band tension.
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Understanding the differences between an up-cut and a down-cut spiral can help you save time and money when choosing which one is right for your project. In this article, Carbitool discusses the benefits and drawbacks of an up cut and down cut router bit, as well as when and how to use them. Whether to use an up-cut or down-cut bit is determined by your machine, materials, and desired finish.
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It’s time to master the finger joint router bit. Not only can finger joints extend the length and width of timber they also create a seamless joint that is incredibly strong. This strength comes from the high surface area contact of each component which creates a strong glue joint. You can also use finger joint router bits to create a decorative feature when joining two tones of timber together. In this guide, Carbitool shows us how to use the TAFJ 90 B ½ and 60 ½ Finger Joint Router Bits properly for your woodworks.
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There are three types of water-based metalworking fluid concentrates: Synthetic, Semi-Synthetic, Soluble oil. Modern synthetic metalworking fluids have the ability to cool and lubricate more efficiently because they contain no mineral oil. These latest technology synthetic fluids provide the lubrication and other performance properties needed for a broad range of applications. Synthetics reject tramp oil extremely well, are very low foaming and create minimum mist. They are therefore very clean, with good bacterial resistance and operator and environmentally friendly.
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If you work outdoors in Queensland, you are probably well acquainted with the sun and the difficulties inherent in working in our hot, dry climate. There are numerous hazards associated with outdoor work, including exposure to harmful UV rays and heat. Hydration, evaporative cooling and sun protection are the most effective ways to work safely in hot workplaces.
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A clean metalworking fluid performs better and lasts longer than a dirty fluid. When recharging an individual machine or central system fluid tank, a cleanout of the tank is beneficial so that the fresh charge of metalworking fluid can perform with maximum efficiency.
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Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is a type of personal protective equipment that filters out contaminants and provides clean air to the wearer. This type of personal protection is designed to protect against fumes and hazardous chemicals that can be found in modern work environments such as factories with heavy machinery. This blog post will discuss different types of respirators and a respiratory selection guide for protecting your workers.
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A new band saw blade has razor sharp tooth tips. In order to withstand the cutting pressures used in band sawing, tooth tips should be honed to form a micro-fine radius.
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We’ve put together a guide on the basic router bits you may use while you work. When you start woodworking, you may be required to use routers and the relevant bits to help shape materials – but with so many options, where do you begin?
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This is our recommended method for folding a bandsaw blade. Make sure to wear gloves and safety glasses.
1. Put the blade on a level surface with the teeth pointing away from you. Hold the bottom of the loop against the floor with your foot and bring you right hand inside the blade and grasp the top of the loop firmly from underneath.
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