Magnet Facts

At Apex Magnets, we have supplied thousands of businesses, industrial, and institutional clients within the United States and globally. Regardless of the location of your business, we are here to help with your magnet needs and guide you through the process of purchasing magnets. Our goal is to simplify the process of purchasing magnets to allow for easy business applications. One way we do this is by offering magnets in metric sizes and inch measurements. With 96% of the population using the metric system and all countries using it for scientific use, we offer a wide-range of magnets in metric sizes and inch measurements to make conducting business easier.  Continue reading →

Reed switches are electromagnetic switches operated by an applied magnetic field. They are made from two or more ferrous reeds that are sealed into a glass tube filled with inert gas. The ferrous reeds inside the glass tube do not touch unless there is an applied magnetic field attracting them. When the ferrous reeds are in contact because of an applied magnetic field, electricity can flow around the circuit which allows the device to operate.   Continue reading →

Purchasing magnets for your business can be an overwhelming task, especially if you do not know which magnets could be useful. Whether you already know or not, Apex Magnets is here to help! We have supplied thousands of business, industrial, and institutional clients within the U.S. and globally. With our expertise, we can offer recommendations and simplify the selection process for you.  Continue reading →

What exactly is a land mine? Well, this refers to a dangerous explosive device that is generally concealed underground, perhaps several feet below the surface or covered by a thin layer of dirt, sand, or vegetation. The military, in this country and many others, has historically used these weapons as a way to quickly disable or destroy enemy tanks and other vehicles. They might be detonated by way of pressure, movement, sound, magnetism, or vibration. Either way, the blast effect can be devastating. Continue reading →

If you work in chemical process industries (CPI), specifically with pumped media that has a moderate to high hazard potential, you’ll likely use one of the following sealing systems: Double mechanical seals (liquid-sealed or gas-sealed) Canned motors Magnetic coupling Mechanical seals that are liquid-sealed are used fairly frequently, despite disadvantages, including a highly complex sealing system that can result in high maintenance costs. Gas-sealed mechanical seals are good for simple gas, particularly in vertical pumps, and tend to have lower operating/maintenance costs. However, when you consider operation, maintenance, and safety, canned motors and magnetic couplings are really the only efficient choices — here’s why: Continue reading →

These days, people have to think about social distancing when they go to work, both from their co-workers and clients or customers. If you are in a profession such as an electrician, postal service worker, or waste collector, social distancing is even more important as you can come into contact with people and objects that are high traffic. To protect yourself, you can use magnets on your vehicle to remind passersby and clientele to stay a safe distance away at all times.  Continue reading →

Ever wonder where the word “magnet” comes from or what the story is behind it? It’s not as simple as you may think. Continue reading →

When we think of items that have helped revolutionize various industries, we may think as far back as the printing press and its impacts on the newspaper industry. Maybe we think of the Internet and its effect on nearly every industry imaginable. But what about magnets? Surely we know magnets are important, but do they still have a breakthrough-worthy impact on revolutionizing industries today?  Here are just a few industries that are using the power of magnets to revolutionize their work.  Continue reading →

Do you make books, newspapers, magazines, or brochures? Chances are, that makes you a professional printer and a master of tailored mass production. We have many clients in the printing industry, and they use our magnets in a variety of their products including, as previously mentioned, brochures, as well as binders, boxes, and additional presentational pieces.  Continue reading →

Do you own a nursery or a greenhouse? Whether you’re involved with a small business endeavor or a much larger industrial-sized operation, magnets are an aesthetically pleasing method of organization (in more ways than you might think!). When you’re in a visual business –– flowers, colorful fruits and vegetables, and gorgeous yard arrangements –– you don’t want a method of storage or organization that distracts from the beauty of your product. Continue reading →