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The Top 5 Ways Bus and Motorcoach Manufacturers are trying to improve passenger comfort. In 2024, bus and motorcoach manufacturers have begun focusing on several innovative strategies to enhance pas … read more

When two different types of metals are joined together, a process called electrolysis—also known as galvanic corrosion—can occur. Electrolysis happens when two dissimilar metals are dire … read more

The enclosure manufacturing market trends indicate a dynamic shift towards more advanced, flexible, and sustainable solutions that cater to evolving industrial needs and technological advancemen … read more

The Importance of Testing and Quality Control for Rivets The importance of working with rivet manufacturers whose testing and quality assurance programs meet regulatory requirements to produce certif … read more

National Safety Month Tips – Workplace Safety Starts with Commitment and the Right Equipment Keeping our employees safe is a primary objective here at Austin Hardware, as we expect it to be wit … read more

Just like land-based vehicles such as truck bodies, cargo vans, and trailers, marine vessels require proper ventilation to ensure the health, safety, and comfort of occupants, the longevity of equipm … read more

The biggest challenges facing the EMS industry include staffing (finding the next generation of employees and retaining existing employees) and reducing stress. A 2023 EMS Trend Survey of more than … read more

On April 30, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized a ban on most uses of methylene chloride.The chemical has been found to cause various forms of cancer, including cancers of … read more

AH: What is the back story of the Eck® brand, and what makes it unique? RN: Eck® was engineered to prevent the corrosion that occurs when dissimilar metals, such as aluminum and steel, a … read more

Easy Open Vents by Austin Hardware® Our engineering team here at Austin Hardware® would like to introduce another patented solution for your business: the Easy Open Vent. This patented design … read more

Enclosed trailer and horse trailer manufacturers, which are fabricated from aluminum in particular, often have trouble with 3-piece rear door and ramp door hinge alignment.  It takes precise me … read more

Drawer slides assist in the opening and closing of drawers. From emergency and utility vehicles to server racks, battery trays, and medical equipment cabinets, the list of uses for drawer slides in v … read more