Kevlar® is a high strength aramid fiber, used for many purposes, one of which is to provide protection to the optical fiber portion of fiber optic cables. The properties that make Kevlar® so strong also make it difficult to cut using a traditional wire cutter or scissors. If you’ve ever wondered how to cut Kevlar® – read on:
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Xuron Corporation 50 Year Anniversary
1971–1986: The Beginning …
2021 is a milestone year for Xuron Corporation as it marks our 50th year in business. Our story starts in Danbury, Connecticut in old dairy barn that was converted to a factory.
Micro-Shear® Flush Cutters – FAQ
Micro-Shear® Flush Cutters, how do you choose the right one?
In the last few years we’ve seen more and more brick-and-mortar stores closing. This has left a significant hole in the jewelry community. Jewelers have fewer resources and less access to knowledgeable people. We’ve been fielding more and more phone calls asking for help choosing the right tool for the job.
FAQ: How To Replace Springs & Keep Tools Well Maintained
Recently we’ve had a few questions from customers asking how to replace springs on their tools and how to keep them (tools) cleaned and well maintained. I thought I’d share……
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Mary Soucy – Q&A
A few years ago we had the pleasure of exhibiting next to Mary Soucy at the Bead & Button Show. We chatted with Mary and her mom and discovered not only are they two of the nicest ladies you’d ever meet but Mary is an avid Xuron user! Mary Soucy is an incredibly talented designer and instructor. She is enthusiastic and exudes passion for her craft. She has an impressive creativity that blurs the lines of chainmailling and beading; resulting in a final product that has an elegant bead-woven aesthetic.
I recently had the opportunity to ask Mary Soucy a few questions about creating, chainmaille, tools and more…
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