Understanding Turning Inser...

Turning inserts are essential components in CNC turning machines, used to cut and shape workpieces with precision. Alongside the inserts themselves, turning holders are equally important, as they securely hold the inserts during machining. In this post, we’ll explore the key aspects of turnin ......

Understanding Turning Inser...

Turning inserts are vital components in CNC turning machines, used to cut and shape workpieces with precision. Alongside the inserts themselves, the turning holders also play a crucial role in ensuring smooth and accurate machining. In this article, we’ll explore the key aspects of turning in ......

Firefighters deal with the cold weather

Here's a rewritten and improved version of the provided content, making it more natural and engaging while expanding it to meet the 500-character minimum: --- This message comes from Eric Haak: I responded to three fires on Wednesday, and I arrived at each one pretty late. It was tough out ther ......

North Maine FPD working fire, 11-6-14

On Thursday night, November 6th, 2014, a fire broke out at 9705 Bianco Terrace in unincorporated Des Plaines. Tim Olk captured several striking images of the scene, showing firefighters in action during the emergency. The first photo features firefighters on a balcony using a hose, with a mansard ......

North Maine FPD working fire, 11-6-14

On Thursday night, November 6th, 2014, a fire broke out at 9705 Bianco Terrace in unincorporated Des Plaines. Tim Olk captured a series of powerful images from the scene, offering a rare and dramatic look at the emergency response. The first photo shows firefighters on a balcony using a hose during ......

Firefighters deal with the cold weather

This message is from Eric Haak: I responded to three fires on Wednesday and arrived late at all of them. I thought it would be a good idea to share a few photos from each fire as a tribute to all the first responders who have to work in such tough conditions. The first image shows the front of ......

East Hazel Crest Fire Department news

From the East Hazel Crest Fire Department's Facebook page: Tonight, we officially received and put into service a brand-new set of extrication tools from AMKUS Rescue Systems. These tools are replacing our old ones, which have been in use for over 30 years! The new equipment is powered by DEWALT ba ......

Lockport FPD updates

This message comes from Lt. John Matthews: Here's a look at the new additions to Station 6: Rescue #6: 1993 Oshkosh TA3000 ARFF with a 2000/3000/450F configuration. Previously used by New Lenox and the U.S. Navy, this unit is now officially part of our fleet. Utility #6: A 2007 Chevrolet Van, per ......

Lockport FPD updates

Here's a message from Lt. John Matthews: New arrivals at Station 6: Rescue #6 – 1993 Oshkosh TA3000 2000/3000/450F, previously owned by New Lenox and the U.S. Navy Utility #6 – 2007 Chevrolet Van 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 XL Lockport Rescue #6 – 1993 Oshkosh TA3000 2000/3000/ ......

East Hazel Crest Fire Department news

From the East Hazel Crest Fire Department's Facebook page: Last night, we officially received and put into service a brand-new set of extrication tools from AMKUS Rescue Systems. These tools are replacing our old equipment, which has been in use for over 30 years. The new tools are powered by DEWAL ......