Types of Hourglass
Before the invention of mechanical clocks, timepieces used the sun's motion or simple measurement devices to track time. The sundial may be the best known ancient keeper of time, and it is still manufactured as a popular…
Types of Hourglass
Before the invention of mechanical clocks,…
Ball Valve - How They Work
A ball valve is a shut off valve that controls the flow of a liquid or gas by means of a rotary ball having a bore. By rotating the ball a quarter turn (90 degrees) around its axis, the medium can flow through or is…
Ball Valve - How They Work
A ball valve is a shut off valve…
5 Reasons to Select Paving Stones Over Concrete
The walkway or drive that leads to your home should be both a personal statement and a reflection of your good taste. What’s more, the materials should stand up to the weather, look great for years at a…
5 Reasons to Select Paving Stones Over Concrete
The walkway or…
Desuperheater Application Best Practices
An ever-increasing need for steam at specific temperatures and pressures exists in many modern plants. Fortunately, significant improvements have been made to increase operational thermal efficiency and heat…
Desuperheater Application Best Practices
An ever-increasing…
Health Benefits of Peanuts
Surprisingly, peanuts are not actually in the nut family. They are classified as legumes along with foods like green peas, soybeans, and lentils. The peanut plant likely originated in South America in Brazil or Peru.…
Health Benefits of Peanuts
Surprisingly, peanuts are not…