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Microfiber, Cotton, and Disposable Towels

Choosing the right towel for an application can make the job quicker and easier. A lot of people might just grab whatever is close, but a little thought can make cleaning more effective and keep costs down. Zoro has a large selection of rags and towels that are a fit for any budget or application.

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Water Heaters

Buying a new water heater can be a pain. It doesn't have to be. Easily pick and purchase your new water heater by following Zoro's guide.

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Machine Screw Sizes & Head Types

What is a machine screw? A machine screw is like a small-diameter bolt or hex head cap screw, but is usually driven with a screwdriver instead of a wrench. It features a straight, untampered shank and blunt end. External machine thread runs the entire length of the shank.

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Chemical Resistant Gloves

With more than 60 million registered chemicals, selecting chemical resistant gloves is often a challenge. Many different chemicals and chemical mixes are used in a typical production process or production facility. And every unique set of chemicals requires specific chemical protection.

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How Liquid Level Switches Work

Liquid level switches are used to regulate and monitor levels of free-flowing liquids within a confined space, and they're used to identify the point at which a liquid falls below a preset minimum or rises above a preset maximum level.

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The 7 Most Common Types of Concrete Anchors

Learn about the most commonly used types of concrete anchors. Rely on Zoro for fasteners, drills, bits, and more.

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Welding Regulator Selection Guide

A critical part of any gas welding operation is the gas regulator, which is used to control the flow of gas needed for welding and cutting. The key function of the regulator is to take incoming pressurized gas and reduce the flow to the appropriate delivery pressure for safe and effective operation.

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Commercial Flush Valve Parts Guide

Manual flush valves are frequently found in the busy bathrooms of airports, offices, schools, restaurants, and many other commercial buildings. Installing a new valve assembly or replacing an old one is easier when you understand the various components.

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Gravity Toilet Parts Guide

At their most basic, all toilets provide the same function. However, different designs from different brands can make selecting the correct replacement parts confusing, if not difficult.

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Cutting Wheels and Grinding Wheels Selection Guide

In a wide variety of metalworking and fabrication work, an electric angle grinder is a common tool of the trade. And now with innovative advances in tool design and battery technology, even more trades are discovering the many uses for angle grinders.

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Arc Flash Protection Guide

An arc flash is the heat and light produced from an electric arc supplied with sufficient electrical energy to cause substantial damage, harm, fire, or injury.

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Strip Brush Selection Guide

Regular upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning of conveyors is critical to keep production on schedule and maximize the lifespan of the conveyor itself.

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Pressure Switch Selection Guide

A pressure switch for sensing fluid or air pressure contains a capsule, bellows, bourdon tube, and a diaphragm or piston element that deforms or displaces when pressure is applied.

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Band Saw Blade Selection Guide

While there is a wide variety of styles and types of band saw blades, choosing the correct one doesn't need to be a daunting experience.

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How is a Rotary Hammer Different From a Hammer Drill?

In brief, the rotary hammer is meant for jobs that require a more powerful impact. Often times rotary hammers and hammer drills are grouped into a category referred to as “hammer drills,” but that is somewhat of a misnomer when applied to rotary hammers.

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Jacobs Chuck Key Selection Guide

Finding a replacement drill chuck key doesn’t have to be a frustrating experience when you use Jacobs’ cross-reference information. Jacobs is a popular leading brand and most manufacturers will list an equivalent chuck number to make finding a replacement chuck key easier.