Types of bathroom door locks Posted By: Editor at Ironmongery Experts 20th July 2022 Locks are necessary for bathrooms. Whether it is at home or at a commercial establishment, having a locking mechanism on the door is essential for privacy. Even though building codes do not regulate whether bathrooms should have door locks or not,…
How to install handrail brackets Posted By: Editor at Ironmongery Experts 27th October 2021 Handrails provide support and stability to people going up or down stairs. Stairs that are less than 1 metre wide and have more than four steps should have handrails on at least one side. In case stairs are wider than this…
Introducing Alexander & Wilks Ironmongery Posted By: Editor at Ironmongery Experts 13th July 2022 We are proud to introduce our most recent brand addition to our ironmongery collection, Alexander & Wilks. This British brand specialises in crafting architectural ironmongery and hardware using both time-honoured craftsmanship techniques combined with the latest computer-aided manufacturing. This results in…
Metal Casting How to Weld Cast Iron August 3, 2023 Posted by David 22 Nov Welding cast iron in house is possible—under certain conditions Effective in-house welding of cast iron parts can save time and money—but there are challenges. Welding failure can often result in cracking or other damage. If critical parts are involved, it…
Metal Casting ¿Qué es una fundidora? August 3, 2023 Posted by arwen 13 Oct ENGLISH | FRANÇAIS Las fundidoras son instalaciones que producen piezas de metal fundido y ofrecen servicios relacionados con piezas fundidas Una fundidora es una fábrica donde el metal es fundido y moldeado en nuevas formas. Las fundidoras son responsables por nuestro…
Metal Casting Carbon Steel vs Stainless Steel August 3, 2023 Posted by David 14 Feb FRANÇAIS | ESPAÑOL Learn how different chemical compositions affect steel High carbon steel is often used for high-end kitchen knives because it is wear-resistant, meaning it stays sharper longer. Steel is found in all kinds of products, from aerospace to…
Bollards & Post Covers Why are Indoor Bollards Trending? June 14, 2023 Posted by David 19 Aug Asset protection bollards around freezers, escalators, shelving, and inventory Escalator bollards can be wayfinding, foot-traffic guiding, or placed to prevent bags and strollers from going on the stairs. Bollards are normally considered outdoor site furniture. Their job is…
Wheels & Casters How to Assess Safe Working Loads for Wheels June 9, 2023 Posted by David 24 Aug Determine load capacities for steel wheels in industrial applications Safe working load signage alerts users to check the capacity of their wheels. All load-bearing components have their limits—including industrial wheels. It’s important to understand a few…
Bike Parking How to Lock a Bike June 12, 2023 Posted by David 22 Mar A photographic guide to bike security: from locked-and-loaded to the lonely-post Bike theft is a deterrent against riding for some potential cyclists—especially those who’ve lost bicycles in the past—but attention to bike locking can help secure your bicycle against would-be…
02 Nov Site Furnishings Caring for Outdoor Metal Furnishings November 2, 2023 Posted by David Essential for both design and functionality, metal site furnishings like benches, bollards, bike racks, and garbage bins play a key role in creating organized, accessible, and inviting outdoor spaces. However, they are continuously exposed to a variety of environmental factors…