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What is a Weldon Shank?

What is a Weldon Shank?
A Weldon Shank contains a Flat region on the shank of a Drill Bit. Often advantageous to CNC milling machines and magnetic drill manufacturers.

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The Importance of Safety Equipment

The Importance of Safety Equipment

Staying safe & protected is essential when working in any environment. Whether it is a small scale household DIY Task or a larger scale heavy duty construction project, ensuring the appropriate PPE Clothing is worn, correct Health & Safety Equipment is used and Protective Tools are provided is vital.

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What are the different types of drill shanks?

What are the different types of drill shanks?
Investigating and identifying: what are the different types of drill shanks, what are they used for and how they benefit the user when drilling in any material for DIY or Large Scale Construction Projects/Tasks.

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Thread Repair

Thread Repair
A step-by-step info guide on how to repair a damaged thread, an explanation on what is thread repairing and what causes the destruction of threads.

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Cobalt vs HSS

Cobalt vs HSS
With so many Drill Bit options it is hard to decide which is appropriate for the task in hand. This article guide will do a head-to-head comparison between High-Speed Steel (HSS) and Cobalt to determine which is the stronger and more suitable metal material for drill bit tools.

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Core Drills or Hole Saws: What is the difference?

Core Drills or Hole Saws: What is the difference?
Core Drill Bits/Annular Broach Cutters share similarities with Hole Saw Cutters, they both cut a groove around the outside of the hole leaving a solid core or slug in the middle. However, there are differences when it comes to Core Drills vs Hole Saws.

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How To Countersink A Screw

How To Countersink A Screw
A guide to countersink drilling in metal such as stainless steel utilising professional Thread Cutting Tap & Die Drill Tools. Two Methods: Machine Taps and Twist Drills as method 1 and Hand Taps and Twist Drills as method 2.

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