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All About The Different Types of Construction Aggregates Construction aggregates are all around us, no matter where we are. Ever since the development and optimization of construction aggregates in the Roman Empire, they’ve been a staple for creating roads, buildings, sidewalks, and more. Whether you commute to work, go hiking, or even have a garden, […]

What is Forging? Forging is a manufacturing method in which metals are formed into different shapes using compressive forces, such as hammering or pressing. Metal is forged in various ways, including drop, press, and roll forging. Other manufacturing methods, such as metalcasting, can also be used to shape metals. Casting is best for jobs where […]

The Benefits of Construction and Demolition Recycling When large structures like old office buildings or parking garages get torn down, have you ever wondered what happens to the materials afterward? Most of the debris is taken to special construction and demolition (C&D) recycling facilities to be processed and reused. Despite being less well-known than household […]

For Immediate Release General Kinematics Marketing Dept.: (815) 444-3521 marketing@generalkinematics.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: General Kinematics Celebrates the Grand Opening of their 42,000 sq/ft Manufacturing Facility Expansion   October 25, 2023: General Kinematics, a vibratory equipment manufacturer and system integrator located in Crystal Lake, Illinois, celebrated the completion of a 42,000-square-foot expansion of their primary manufacturing […]

Sand Casting: Process, Equipment, and History Sand casting is a versatile and widely used casting process that has been practiced for centuries. Sand casting is great for creating metal components in a cost-effective manner. Keep reading to learn about the sand casting process, different types of sand casting, its history, and more.  What is Sand […]

The Importance of Lithium Whether you’ve heard of it or not, almost all of us use lithium in some way or another in our day-to-day lives. Reuters has projected the demands to increase by over five times by 2030 due to the growing use of high-tech devices like electric vehicles and smartphones. Lithium-ion batteries power […]