OneMonroe https://monroeengineering.com/blog/ Blog Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:03:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.1 The Beginner’s Guide to Torque Hinges https://monroeengineering.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-torque-hinges/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:35:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23354 Hinges play an important role in many everyday objects. You can find them on doors, gates, cabinets, access panels, toolboxes, lids, medicine bottles, furniture and more. Hinges allow parts to rotate and swing open from an adjacent part. They typically … Read More

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]]> Why Do Some Spring Plungers Have a Nylon Patch? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/why-do-some-spring-plungers-have-a-nylon-patch/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:42:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23345 When shopping for spring plungers, you may notice that some of them feature a nylon patch. Spring plungers are spring-loaded indexing devices. They feature an internal compression spring that pushes against a nose or ball at the tip. Spring plungers … Read More

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]]> 6 Benefits of Peg Board Storage Cabinets https://monroeengineering.com/blog/6-benefits-of-peg-board-storage-cabinets/ Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:08:31 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23339 Peg board storage cabinets offer a versatile alternative to traditional “flat wall” cabinets. Like all storage cabinets, they consist of an enclosure with doors and shelves. You can use them to store tools, materials, hardware, office supplies, cleaning supplies and … Read More

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]]> The Beginner’s Guide to Half-Hex Threaded Inserts https://monroeengineering.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-half-hex-threaded-inserts/ Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:55:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23332 Creating strong threads can be a challenge. If the material is thin or otherwise weak, it may not support tapping. As you attempt to cut the threads, the surrounding material may break or deform. Fortunately, there are other solutions available, … Read More

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]]> Relay Harnesses for Light Bars: What You Should Know https://monroeengineering.com/blog/relay-harnesses-for-light-bars-what-you-should-know/ Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:20:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23315 If you’re planning to use a light bar, you may want to invest in a relay harness. Light bars, of course, are commonly found on ATVs, trucks, tractors, utility vehicles, emergency vehicles and construction equipment. Consisting of a long bar-like … Read More

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]]> Employee of the Month: Tom Manning https://monroeengineering.com/blog/employee-of-the-month-tom-manning/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:45:41 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23303 Congratulations to Tom on being Employee of the Month for June 2026!! Tom’s dedication, reliability, and strong work ethic make him an invaluable member of the OneMonroe team. He  approaches every day with a positive attitude and a commitment to … Read More

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]]> What Are 45-Degree Angle Connectors? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/what-are-45-degree-angle-connectors/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:21:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23305 If you regularly work with aluminum profiles, you may want to use 45-degree angle connectors. Also known simply as angle connectors, they eliminate the need for miter cuts. You can install them in T-slot extrusions, after which you can use … Read More

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]]> High-Pressure Hex Socket Plugs: Everything You Need to Know https://monroeengineering.com/blog/high-pressure-hex-socket-plugs-everything-you-need-to-know/ Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:56:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23290 Plugs offer a convenient sealing solution for pipes. If a pipe has an uncovered end, you can always remove or replace the pipe. Alternatively, you can seal it with a plug. There are many different types of plugs, however. High-pressure … Read More

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]]> Hex Nuts vs Cage Nuts: What’s the Difference? https://monroeengineering.com/blog/hex-nuts-vs-cage-nuts-whats-the-difference/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:25:00 +0000 https://monroeengineering.com/blog/?p=23284 Nuts play an important role in many assemblies. They are installed on the ends of threaded fasteners to create a clamping force. A threaded fastener, such as a bolt, is inserted through two or more objects. A nut is then … Read More

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