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Banks Industrial Group provides the Thinking BIG! Blog in the spirit of sharing knowledge and advancing best practices for industrial insulation and maintenance.

pipes damaged by frost

3 reasons to schedule pipe insulation service before the first frost

Now is the time to call for pipe insulation service - before freezing weather takes its toll! The long-term weather outlook for 2017 predicts frequent snow blasts lasting into the..

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erectastep rooftop crossover stairs

What is the cost of installing crossover stairs or ladders? (Part 2)

The Thinking BIG Blog tackled the questions required to address safety platform and fall protection costs in our last post. As promised, part II will show an example of the actual..

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erectastep crossover at gas facility

What is the cost of installing crossover stairs or ladders? (Part 1)

Facility managers looking to make their workplace safe from falls, operationally efficient and compliant with OSHA regulations might try to fabricate their own industrial stairs,..

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rubber marine fender repair before and after

What is the cost to repair rubber marine fenders?

What is a marine fender and what does it do? Pneumatic rubber fenders play a critical role in marine safety. They help prevent ships from making costly mistakes when maneuvering..

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chiller tube sheet repair coating before and after

Chiller repair and maintenance that will save you money

Fall maintenance work can reveal the need for chiller repair. Have you discovered tube sheet damage as a result of galvanic corrosion? Take corrective action now rather than risk..

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osha compliant erectastep crossover stairs

Best ways to outfit a business with OSHA compliant crossover stairs

Industrial plants typically consist of a myriad of pipes, tanks, and other obstacles that make it difficult for its workers to access valves, gauges, and other accessories safely..

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