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The History and Evolution of Sandpaper
Sandpaper, a seemingly simple tool, has been smoothing out rough surfaces and refining our crafts for centuries. Its history is a blend of innovation, discovery, and the quest for perfection. Let's journey through time to understand the evolution of this humble abrasive.
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Oil Prices Up Or Down The Rest Of 2021?
Oil prices have been on the rise for almost all of 2021. According to lubricant trade journal JobbersWorld, ExxonMobil, Shell, Chevron, and all other suppliers have announced finished lubricant price increases by as much as 20%, although the increases will vary by product. Many of the increases started going into effect on April 1, 2021 and have continued to rise.
5 Phrases Great Shop Owners Say To Keep Their Team Engaged
Auto Shop Owners are constantly communicating with their staff to keep the shop running efficiently and effectively. This communication is crucial to the success of shop; but, only if it is performed appropriately. Barking orders, giving directives, inserting negative comments, and providing unempathetic feedback are also communication methods, but they won’t give you the same success rate.
10 Simple Ways to Thank Your Garage Staff This Thanksgiving
This year more than ever, the burnout rate and work exhaustion for employees are at an all-time high. While it’s been business as usual in your shop for some time, team members aren’t immune to being tired and exhausted from being in the shop every day. That’s why the holiday season is a necessary time to show your team members you are thankful for them.
What Successful Shop Owners Do To Maximize Profits on Oil
Each week we get the opportunity to speak with ATI members from all over the country. One of the unique benefits of those conversations is that you learn best practices around what the most successful shop owners are doing to maximize their profits on oil. Since we believe, success isn’t meant for the select few, it’s for all members too.
3 Things You Must Know About Today's Oil Market
With oil prices continuing to rise and oil shortages impacting every major company, there has been a lot of speculation lately. Is this the new normal? How much more will the price go up? Will delivery delays continue? Will I get all the bulk oil I purchase?