In the world of industrial machinery and equipment, both hydraulic power units and pneumatic compressors play crucial roles in powering various applications. Although they may appear similar at first glance, these systems operate on different principles and offer distinct advantages. Hydraulic Power Units: Hydraulic power units (HPUs) are mechanical devices that convert mechanical energy into hydraulic energy, allowing...
BST Group now offers SCM machinery - the widest range of high quality woodworking machinery for customers operating in the furniture and housing fields, either industrial giants or small workshops. SCM is proudly made in Italy. SCM Minimax is a line of precise, cost effective and compact professional machines for hobbyists and woodworkers, making it perfect for the school’s woodworking...
As the end of the financial year approaches, Australian businesses have a unique opportunity to take advantage of the government's $150,000 instant write-off scheme for capital items. This scheme has been instrumental in helping businesses upgrade their equipment and infrastructure, and it has proven to be a powerful tool for boosting the economy. However, this scheme is coming to an...
Having clean and healthy air in the workplace is a growing concern, especially when it comes to welding fumes in the metal-working industry. These fumes can contain a mixture of airborne gases that may include oxides of nitrogen (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), ozone (O3) and shield gases, like argon and helium. Consequently, in 2017, the International Agency...
Everyone knows how useful WD-40 is. But did you know why it’s called WD-40? Or, what WD-40 was originally designed for? Or, how many applications WD-40 has? Read on to discover the surprisingly interesting, and wonderful world of WD-40. The history of WD-40 It all began in 1953, when a plucky start-up named Rocket Chemical Company set out to create...
If you are like me, hay fever and pet allergen sensitivity is making Spring, the supposedly most glorious season of the year, a time of absolute misery. Many Australians will spend the coming months conducting a symphony of sniffing, sneezing and the sound of scratching our reddened, allergy-ridden eyeballs. Foremost on our blurry minds will be the quest...
BST Group are proud to partner with the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). NBCF is Australia’s leading national body funding game-changing breast cancer research with money raised entirely by the Australian public. Their mission is simple: stop deaths from breast cancer. How? By identifying, funding and championing world-class research – research that will help us detect tumours earlier, improve treatment...
How do laser focus lenses work? How do laser focus lenses work? Lasers use an intense beam of light to cut, engrave or etch directly onto the surface of a variety of materials. For instance, a focus lens in a Co2 laser cutter/engraver converges the laser beam to create a focus point where the laser is cutting or engraving the...
When the System7 design crew first gathered around to discuss their next generation of work benches, one of the main considerations was to make them the strongest on the world market. When the System7 design crew first gathered around to discuss their next generation of workbenches, one of the main considerations was to make them the strongest on the world...
