Sliding doors are a stylish and fantastic addition to any house patio. They not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your space but also invite plenty of sunshine into your home. But to ensure that your sliding door remains both attractive and fully functional, are you giving it the proper care it needs? Neglecting to maintain house…
Are you suffering through the annoying squeaks that accompany every door movement? We’ve all experienced it – the annoying noise of squeaky doors that grate on our nerves and disturb everyone. And one of the troubles winter brings is exacerbating these noises all the more. On top of it, it’s not rare for the noise…
Are you struggling to open or close your wooden or vinyl windows? It can be quite an annoyance, but the good news is that the solution may be simpler than you think: lubricating the window tracks, which you might have neglected for a bit too long! To keep your windows functioning smoothly, regular maintenance is…
It’s definitely not convenient to have your daily commute disturbed by a door that keeps sticking. Nor is it quite pleasant for the doors to grate on your ears with the squeakiness that comes every time you open or close the door! On top of that, letting these issues catalyze even more problems and damage…
Hammer drills stand tall as the solution to penetrating tough surfaces like concrete, brick, or stone. With a fusion of rotary drilling and hammering action, they prove indispensable in construction, renovation, and DIY projects, offering efficiency and precision for professionals and passionate DIY enthusiasts.
Welcome back to another #FixItFriday! On today’s installation, we are discussing astragals and how to size them to fit perfectly within your french door system. The astragal is a vertical component between door panels that allows your French door system to lock out unwanted guests, seal out water and air, and keep insects outside your…
This summer will be filled with warm weather and outdoor activities for the entire family, and making sure your French door is safe and accessible is more important than ever. The Ultimate Flip Lever™ Astragal from Endura Products secures your French door and with one easy motion, eliminating the reaching and bending required to operate standard astragal…
It is important to have the right weatherseals around your door panel to ensure a proper seal in your entryway and protection from the elements. Weatherstrips, one of three types of weatherseals, help to seal out air and water year-round. Weatherstrips are available in many sizes and materials, so choosing the right weatherstrip for your…
French doors are a beautiful addition to any home. They merge indoor and outdoor living, allowing natural light to brighten indoor spaces and welcome cool breezes when open. Double doors also create visual interest, can completely redefine a space, and add equity to a home.
Your entry doors are your home’s first chance to make an impression and the first line of defense against the elements, guests (invited or otherwise), and high energy bills. Exterior doors are subject to damage from impact, daily wear and tear, and moisture infiltration. Keep your exterior doors sealed, secure, and beautiful with these DIY…
Welcome back for another #FixItFriday! On this month’s edition it is all about finding the astragal that suits the french door system you already have installed or to determine the right replacement. To make determining the right astragal for your home easier, we have compiled a few distinct indicators of your existing astragal to check…
Have you noticed a gap between the bottom of your door and the threshold? If so, it is probably time for a new door bottom.
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Whether you’re trying to keep rain and bugs out, or trying to keep that precious air-conditioned air in, identifying and repairing gaps in your door frame is vital to weathersealing your door and protecting your home. Here are a few things to help you identify whether or not there is a problem, and what can…
BIG KAISER Precision Tooling Celebrates 70-Year Anniversary The precision tooling company founded by Heinz Kaiser in Rümlang, Switzerland, is celebrating its 70th anniversary. In 1948, the 25-year-old Heinz Kaiser gave up his job and started his own business near Zurich, Switzerland. His vision was to advance the development of high-quality tools needed to keep pace…
BIG KAISER Participa en la Donación Anual para la NRL Los clientes y socios de BIG KAISER se unieron para generar una donación de US $7,283.00 en beneficio de la Liga Nacional de Robótica (NRL). La cantidad es casi un 10% más que el año pasado y el cuarto año consecutivo en incremento para los…
Don’t Limit 5-axis Machines to 3-axis Capabilities As 5-axis machines continue to acquire more space on shop floors than ever before, conventional workholding could limit a 5-axis machine to 3-axis capability. Implementing the right workholding solution is key in maximizing effectiveness – achieving higher productivity in complex parts that would require multiple operations on traditional…
2019 International Tech Tour is a Wrap Manufacturing executives from 18 North American companies traveled to Europe for the 2019 International Technology Tour in early April. The annual trip is organized by technology providers and is designed to help manufacturers break away from the daily routine and discover new technologies and strategies to improve…
What You Need to Know About Toolholders Canadian Metalworking magazine recently published an online and print article on toolholders, in which our Vice President of Sales and Engineering, Jack Burley, discusses toolholder basics, talks about the history of the products and what the future may hold. This topic is important as toolholders provide the critical…