Shipping Containers: More Than Just a Storage Unit

By | Published Friday, December 19, 2014

We all know how important cargo containers are when it comes to trading and shipments of goods from one port to another. Apparently, these ginormous enforced steel ship cabinets have far better uses other than safekeeping goods while in the midst of the sea or being hoisted by a hydraulic lift just to be found discarded in some port or shipyard.

This changed when a sudden construction trend both for houses and buildings that involved steel cargo containers started to sprout across the world. Now, steel cargo container architecture is considered one of the most recognized styles in today’s industry.

Not only that. Aside from houses and structures, cargo containers can go a long way in terms of employing it for other projects.

And here are some of them:

Greenhouse/hydroponics sanctuary

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Saving the world one deed at a time? Why not make it in two deeds? Repurposing used cargo containers as a greenhouse not only significantly lessens the number of abandoned containers in shipyards, doing this project also contributes to Mother Nature by means of planting. Moreover, this makeshift plantation can also be used as hydroponics station for growing and nurturing plants, food and other agricultural crops.

Pop-up store

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Among popular retail stores that are already joining the cargo container pop-up store bandwagon includes Uniqlo, Adidas and Tommy Hilfiger to name a few. In addition, food establishments are as well into the cargo container trend, which is helpful to their part considering that it’s cost effective, not to mention exudes a warmer, more welcoming and laid back vibe.

Installation and other forms of art


Be it graffiti, sculpture or installation art at some random part, many artists today are employing this impregnable container as their medium. It is mainly because of its versatility and the complex characteristics of this corrugated sheet of metal that makes it a perfect medium for some artists.

Swimming pool

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Believe it or not, swimming pools made of cargo container do exist. And just like the aforementioned trend in homes and buildings, this home improvisational makeover is equally becoming a trend among home designers.

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Power-tools Headlines - August 2014

By | Published Friday, August 29, 2014

Curated news gathered from Industrial industries and tips, tricks, and hacks about power-tools. Also, talks about some awesome hydraulic and power-tool products for August 2014.

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Tough Diamonds for Tough Jobs

By | Published Thursday, August 22, 2013


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Diamonds are considered to be one of the most expensive materials on earth.  Diamond jewelry can fetch thousands, and even millions of dollars when sold, especially when they are of the highest quality.  Aside from it being a rare and expensive mineral, the diamond is also considered to be one of the hardest substances on earth.

Due to the hardness of this material, equipment with diamonds are often used to cut through many other minerals.  The diamond’s tough and resilient property enables it to slice hard rocks and other minerals into precise shapes as needed.  A blade with a diamond edge is also being used by diamond cutters as only it can cut through a rough diamond make it shine.  Diamond blades are also being widely used by construction firms to help them out with their cutting requirements.

Of course, compared to other steel blades or carbide blades, a diamond blade cutter is more expensive.  The obvious reason for this is that the tip of the blade is made of diamonds and we are all aware that this mineral is expensive even in small quantities.  Found on each blade are several pieces of small diamonds, and when you add the cost of it, then the device becomes expensive.  But even if a steep price is attached to it, these diamond-encrusted saw is preferred by construction firms because of the reliability and stability it offers when it comes to precision cutting. This is important in construction scenarios where a lot of cutting of steel and other abrasive materials is involved.

So why use this kind of blade when it is more expensive compared to the steel or metal blades?  The reason for this is that if you use steel blades to cut through steel or other steel-based material, chances are, the blade you are using will just get heated and break in the process without even making a dent on the item you are supposed to cut. You will end up buying one replacement saw after another.

A diamond blade edged saw can be used on different kinds of saws, depending on what is needed to by the firm.  A sample of saws that have this kind of blade with it are circular saws, band saws and gang saws.   The most commonly used among the combination of blades and saws is the circular diamond saw blade. Even diamond jewelers use this kind of saw to process raw diamonds that are sent to them for cutting.

There are a lot of stores that offer this kind of blade but of course you have to be careful when choosing.  Make sure that you go to a really dependable and reliable merchant which is easy to deal with and offers after-sales service just in case the product that you get does not last as initially offered.  Gila Tools is one online merchant that you can trust when it comes to providing blades and saws and other power tools needed for your construction firm. Before, it is considered that diamonds are only for jewelry, but now, even guys can appreciate the toughness of these stones for the toughest jobs.

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Materials to Consider for Beautifying Your Pavement

By | Published Wednesday, July 31, 2013


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Home improvement projects are one of the most exciting things that a weekend warrior can tackle. It can be tedious and tough but after seeing the fruits of your labor, you can say that it was worth it.  The house looks better and you have a new space for your home that you can utilize. 

One of the many spaces that you can redo to improve the look of your home is the garden.  If you have the resources and the time, you can choose to re-design the space every year if you want to. The great thing about this is that the materials that you need can easily be sourced including diamond blade cutters which you might need if there are things that need to be trimmed or cut.  This kind of cutter works very well even with tiles, wood and stone blocks
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Kitchen Remodeling is Easy with the Right Tools

By | Published Monday, July 29, 2013



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We all know the importance of the kitchen in every one’s home.  This is a place where the whole family can be together to cook meals and catch up on each other’s lives.  This is why the kitchen is considered to be an important place of the home. Because of this the place has to be both functional and pleasing to the eyes at the same time.  Who would not love to own a kitchen wherein all items are fully functional including the cabinet space and counter tops.  Kitchen remodeling not only improves the
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Different Materials for Different Roofs

By | Published Wednesday, July 24, 2013


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One of the most important parts of the house is the roof.  This should be well planned and the material well researched on because it can make or break the overall look of the house if you are viewing it from the outside.  Also, this is the most important part because a leaking roof or a defectively installed one can ruin everything that is inside of the house. No one would want a leaking roof over one’s head or worse, a hole on the roof!
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Decking It Out With the Right Materials

By | Published Wednesday, July 17, 2013


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Now that summer is almost near, everyone is looking forward to a week’s worth of vacation just relaxing and doing nothing. Students are most probably the most excited for this coming season.  Those that are not privy to this kind of privilege so we have to make do with what we have.  The best way to do this is to have a deck in the house where you can relax and unwind.

Those who already have one can consider themselves lucky.  For those that still don’t have one at home and is still planning on adding one, it is best to do it now. Having a professional
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