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Author: Ian Tompson

A blowlamp is a fuel-burning tool used to apply heat and flame to various applications. This tool is mostly used in metalworking, where hard metals have to be bent or melted. The first blowlamps used liquid fuel which was carried in a refillable tank attached to the blowlamp. However, modern blowlamps are most commonly gas powered, hence their name – gas torches. If you're working in construction, or simply a DIY enthusiast who likes to play around with metals frequently, investing in a blow torch gas powered is the right thing to do. They're safe, versatile and durable pieces of metalworking equipment which can prove to be of significant help in your DIY projects.
21 April, 2017
As a business manager, your goal is to increase profits while reducing operating costs. Installing efficient lighting is one of the most low-cost methods of saving energy as the efficiency of lighting technologies is rapidly improving, and inexpensive control devices that turn or dim the lights off can further increase the savings. New lighting systems can be installed throughout a building very quickly, unlike HVAC or insulation, for instance, as access to lighting systems is generally pretty easy.
20 April, 2017
One of the most popular large 4x4 vehicles in Australia is the Nissan Patrol. The Patrol is regarded as a utilitarian and tough 4x4 all around the world and it competes directly with Toyota Land Cruiser. The two of them are almost consistently topping the best-selling large truck charts. The Patrol possesses everything a tradesman or an off-road enthusiast needs, and with some small additions, it can become a true off-road monster.
18 April, 2017
Whether we're aware of it or not, sometimes we take nature for granted (I hate to say even most times) and we forget how to truly appreciate it. While it's beautiful and our source of life though we fail to see this often, it can be unforgiving same way if we don't pay enough attention to it. In Australia, we know what it can be like, we've seen its destructive face when heat waves strike. Considering the number of bushfires per week increased by 40%  over the span from 2008 to 2013, we've sort of become accustomed to flames which is why fire fighting systems are our best friends, and it's not just in the Australian Outback but all around the overly populated areas too, regardless of whether it's for commercial or home use, buildings or houses. We can't always blame drought for being the main culprit, sometimes accidents can happen so every household simply must have its own fire pump because precious time can be lost while waiting for help to arrive. If you have a pool or pond, you could use them in emergencies as water supplies. There is certainly no shortage on pumps on the market either; Nowadays, thanks to technology you could buy fire pump online and this makes for easier purchasing. Fire Pump
11 April, 2017
Even though summer is officially over, it's still camping season in my calendar and I actually prefer the breezier months of the year to go camping because as the heat in summer is unbearable. However, a little bit of rain can affect how and where you'll be able to park your motorhome, as the ground will be wet and slippery and the surface may become uneven. It can be inconvenient if your motorhome doesn't have a hydraulic or electric leveler, but this is not something to really fuss about as there's an alternative – motorhome levelling ramps. There's a great confusion about which motorhome levelling ramps are the best. In this article, we'll look at some of the available options and talk about how to level your motorhome manually. The goal of the leveling process is to lift a few tyres up on the leveling block. If you don't have a hydraulic or electric system to do it for you, this is a great option.
24 March, 2017

When was the last time you thought of upgrading your lighting when your home was undergoing interior changes? Oftentimes we think of doing home makeovers, but somehow they all revolve around the same old same old, choosing a specific room, be it the living room,...

20 March, 2017

Being tool prepared for any DIY repair or project that you decide to undertake around your house is of the essence if you want to do it right. Clogs or leaks, for example, are quite common and instead of waiting a couple of days for a plumber and waste money, with a bit of knowledge on the matter and the right tools, you can take care of the problem by yourself. Here are some of the basic tools that you need to have in your tool box.

14 March, 2017

As technology advances, purchasing a printer nowadays can be fairly cheap. There is a wide selection of top-quality printers available on the market and you no longer have to spend a ton of money to purchase one. However, running the printer is actually much more...

21 February, 2017
Tools are for a men what make up is for women – you simply can't get enough of them so you buy and buy and buy, you know, just in case. I personally had a big fascination with tools which cost me thousands of dollars. But the sad thing was that they just sat in my garage, scattered all over the place. And it seemed as if I was cursed to never find what I was looking for at the moment I needed it. Luckily, my wife knows me so well that she realized exactly what I needed but somehow never thought about buying. So the perfect out-of-the-blue gift came in the form of a multi tool Leatherman. God, I love this woman!
17 February, 2017

The self managed superfund is considered one of the most effective ways to ensure comfortable, secure and happy retirement days, which explains why many Australians are turning to it to provide themselves with a stable retirement income. However, the self managed superfund is also a...

26 January, 2017