When we think of recycling, most of us think of bins of glass bottles and aluminium cans. There’s also industrial recycling, in which companies send the waste products of business and manufacturing to be turned into new products. But where exactly do these recycled materials go? In the case of one material, scrap metal, the answer is almost everywhere – and when you consider the benefits of metal recycling, it’s easy to see why. Read More»
A window air conditioner is a good choice for apartment dwellers who can’t install a permanent A/C unit, and for bedrooms and other such rooms; you can run the window unit for needed cooling in that small space without turning on the home’s central unit, saving money and electricity. To troubleshoot some common problems with window air conditioning units, first understand how they’re typically made, and then you can better understand how to fix those problems. Read More»
Without a doubt, erosion is a big limiting factor when it comes to gardening and agricultural. It impairs the growth of healthy plants and lowers the yield that you would have otherwise realised. Over the years, however, agriculturists have been working round the clock to come up with ways and means that can be used to curb soil erosion. One of these techniques involves the use of erosion control fabrics. They are large, blankets made from biodegradable materials such as coir, jute and coconut fibre. Read More»
Various types of fire extinguishers exist in the market today. However, a chemical fire extinguisher is the most versatile type of extinguisher for home use. It is recommended for electrical fires, grease fires, and normal fires. Unfortunately, most of these types of extinguishers have a certain downside. After they are used, a dry chemical extinguisher coating surrounds the area it was sprayed in a layer of chemicals. This coating if left can create a huge mess and even damage electronic equipment. Read More»