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How to Maintain Your Pallet Jack

Keep Your Pallet Jack Running Like New Look, we get it. Pallet jacks are workhorses. They haul thousands of pounds every single day, and it's easy to forget they need a little TLC too. But here's the ...

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Oct 2, 2025

Teflon Poisoning in Humans

What Is Teflon Poisoning? Teflon (PTFE) is used in cookware and in many popular lubricants. When heated or broken down, it releases toxic fumes that cause “polymer fume fever.” Symptoms include fever,...

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Sep 4, 2025

What the Heck are PTFEs? A Closer Look into the Health and Environmental Hazards of PTFEs

Polytetrafluoroethylene The name itself is scary. It’s no surprise that polytetrafluoroethylene, known as PTFE, contains chemicals that harm the environment. First, what exactly is a PTFE? It’s a toug...

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Feb 17, 2025

Swap Toxic Outdoor Products for Eco-Friendly Alternatives

Are My Outdoor Products Bad For The Environment? Reducing the toxins you use outdoors—likely unknowingly—can make a huge difference in your family’s health, and also protect the planet we love so much...

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Feb 17, 2025

How to Rethink Waste & Reduce Your Impact with Gear Hugger

“Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” You've heard “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” many times. It’s an effective mantra meant to encourage people to think about consumption and make more sustainable choices. It boils dow...

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Feb 17, 2025

May is Bike Month

May is recognized as National Bike Month in the United States, which is a great time to celebrate and promote the benefits of cycling. Biking is an excellent way to stay active, reduce your carbon foo...

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Feb 17, 2025

The Importance of Lubrication: Surprising Objects and Areas That Need It to Function Optimally

What do you need to lubricate? There are many things that people may not realize need lubrication in order to function properly. Some of these things include: 1. Door Hinges Lubricating door hinges wi...

Bike Maintenance Eco Alternatives Eco Lubricants Lubrication Tips Stop Rust

Feb 17, 2025

May is Bike Month

May is recognized as National Bike Month in the United States, which is a great time to celebrate and promote the benefits of cycling. Biking is an excellent way to stay active, reduce your carbon foo...

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Feb 17, 2025

Flammability in Household Products: What You Need to Know

When it comes to household products, safety is always a top priority. One area that often gets overlooked is flammability. Many everyday products contain ingredients that are not only toxic but also h...

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Feb 17, 2025

How to Lubricate Your Ceiling Fan

Keep Your Ceiling Fan Quiet and Spinning Smoothly If your ceiling fan is making noise, wobbling, or slowing down, it might be time for a little TLC. Lubricating it regularly can extend its life and im...

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Feb 17, 2025

Reasons Teflon is Harmful (And Why it’s in Thousands of Consumer Products)

Reasons Teflon is Harmful (And Why it’s in Thousands of Consumer Products) Teflon Basics Chances are you’ve heard of Teflon before or you've purchased an item that contains it. It’s a well-known coati...

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Feb 17, 2025

How to Maintain Your Power Tools with Gear Hugger Multipurpose Lubricant

Keep Power Tools in Play Longer Power tools are essential for DIY enthusiasts, home improvement projects and professional jobs alike. But to keep these powerful machines running smoothly, they need re...

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Feb 17, 2025

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