The installation of an air conditioner is not infallible and can become fragile over time, so it can happen that a refrigerant tube leaks. There are various methods to check your equipment. The foam bomb, for example, is a very practical and effective leak detector. Here’s how to proceed if your system fails. Detect theRead more
Nitrogen welding offers multiple advantages. This method is now applied to work on electronic components that require high precision. What are the applications of nitrogen welding Nitrogen soldering is mainly used in the assembly of electronic components and for all operations on printed circuits. The work to be carried out requires more and more precision, Read more
LNG – Liquefied Natural Gas – is a hazardous operation both in terms of storage and transport. This fuel, which is increasingly used by the merchant navy, is the subject of every precaution, as any leakage would lead to tragedy. Risks of liquefied gas leaks on LNG carriers LNG is a gas liquefied at -163°C.Read more
La fonte fait partie des plus anciens alliages connus de l’humanité, utilisée dès 500 avant Jésus Christ en Chine. La fonte est un alliage de fer et de carbone, le carbone étant largement minoritaire, entrant pour moins de 7 % dans la composition. La fonte est très prisée pour sa grande fluidité et sa faible rétractabilité.Read more
If you work outside during a harsh winter or if you neglect to store your devices in a heated room at a minimum, you may not be able to use them temporarily. Indeed, if your gas freezes, it can no longer come out of the bottle and you can only wait. It is also possibleRead more
Flame welding involves risks that should be prevented by appropriate gestures, as well as by appropriate equipment. Here are the precautions to take to avoid burns, gas fumes and eye irradiation, when welding with a flame. Clothing to protect the welder The welder’s clothing must comply with the EN-ISO 11611 standard which has replaced theRead more
Gas cylinders require special handling and storage. Acetylene in particular is a rather unstable gas, which is why some extra precautions should be taken. If you are working with an acetylene flashlight, here are some important safety rules. Rules for transporting gas cylinders The gas cylinder transport vehicle does not require specific standardized safety equipment.Read more
Oxyacetylene welding enables you to fuse your parts together, with or without filler metal. This type of welding has a wide range of uses: garages, heating companies, agriculture, boiler making, locksmiths and metal joiners, etc. The pressure of the two gases, acetylene and oxygen, must be precisely adjusted for the torch to work optimally. HowRead more
You often need to do small jobs around the house, but you don’t know how to weld (yet). This is how you can equip yourself to start welding and become self-sufficient, rather than waiting for a professional to come. How a welding machine looks like There are different types of welds and therefore different typesRead more
Plumbers should use a professional torch suitable for their needs. Welding is indeed part of the daily life of an artisan. He must carry out both quality and aesthetic work for the visible parts. What does the plumber need? The first question to ask yourself is about your needs. Indeed, you will not buy theRead more
There are different weed control methods, which are more or less expensive, effective and environmentally friendly. Here are the main ones. Chemical weeding Chemical weeding is being used less and less and is disappearing. Its use is already very restricted by law and many products have been withdrawn from sale. Chemical weeding is expensive andRead more
Chemical weed killers are mostly prohibited and are, in any case, harmful to the environment. Their propagation by capillary action kills the underground fauna and pollutes the water table, in addition to wiping out all the flora. Fortunately, there are several very effective chemical-free alternatives that help you weed without harming nature. Manual weeding ManualRead more