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Introduction to Cylinder Magnets Cylinder magnets are among the most widely used magnet shapes in industrial, commercial, and DIY applications. As the name suggests, a cylinder magnet has a round profile with a length equal or greater than its diameter, similar to a rod or dowel. This simple geometry makes cylinder magnets easy to integrate into drilled holes, housings, shafts...

Modern data centers are engineered for reliability, efficiency, and nonstop operation. Behind the servers, cooling systems, and power equipment that keep data flowing are permanent magnets. From airflow control to monitoring and backup power systems, permanent magnets help data centers operate with precision and consistency. Permanent Magnets in Cooling and Airflow Systems Cooling systems are one of the largest energy...

Canadian minerals company Ucore Rare Metals is gaining momentum toward establishing rare earth processing capacity in the United States, a development that could have long-term implications for manufacturers that rely on rare earth magnets. Ucore has selected an 80,800-square-foot site at England Airpark in Alexandria, Louisiana, for its planned Strategic Metals Complex (SMC). The facility is expected to begin commercial...

Over the past year, businesses across manufacturing, engineering, and sourcing have learned an important lesson: tariffs can disrupt supply chains quickly and drive up costs with little warning. As we look ahead, tariffs and market uncertainty are no longer short-term challenges. They are ongoing factors that require proactive planning. For companies that rely on magnets, especially rare earth magnets, the...

Magnets are everywhere, from the fridge door to your headphones, but have you ever wondered why certain materials are magnetic while others are not? The answer lies in the structure of atoms and the behavior of their electrons. The Science Behind Magnetism Atoms are made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons. Electrons orbit the nucleus and also “spin.” These tiny...

Magnets might seem like they’re always magnetic by nature, but in industrial production, that’s not the case. In fact, magnetization is usually one of the final steps in making a permanent magnet. Magnets (especially strong rare-earth magnets like neodymium) go through mining, alloying, pressing, and heat treatment steps without exhibiting any magnetic pull. These unfinished magnets, often called slugs or...

As the world transitions to cleaner energy, one rare element has become critical for electrification: neodymium. While it may not have the name recognition of lithium or platinum, neodymium is essential in powering technologies like electric vehicles (EVs) and wind turbines. With increasing global demand for these technologies, the question is quickly becoming: can the supply of neodymium be scaled...

Extensive improvements have been made to electric motors and generators over the years, but for anyone who is imagining a carbon-free future, there’s a long way to go.  Continue reading →

Land surveying is an age-old career that has evolved and remained current through the years. These individuals are hired to give comprehensive and precise boundary information on parcels of land, as well as provide geospatial data — what is on the land and what may be underneath? Surveyors have long been consulted for construction projects, settlements for property disputes, or even map-making. Other similar professions with potential overlap in responsibility include land planners, civil engineers, and developers.  Continue reading →

In a recent blog post, we shared three magnetic hacks to upgrade your cabin, such as using hook magnets to hang items or clip magnets to organize your stateroom. Similar to these hacks, there are many cruise ship hacks on an industrial level.  Because magnets can have a strong pull force, are weather-resistant and durable, and maintain their properties both indoors and outdoors, they are ideal to use on cruise ships. This is largely because many walls and surfaces are magnetic.  Continue reading →