Test Equipment and Measurement Instrument Blog

In many industries, businesses operate under the belief that they are merely selling commodities—generic products where price competition is fierce and margins are thin. This mindset often leads to cost-cutting measures, particularly in areas like safety and maintenance, under the assumption that such expenses harm the bottom line. However, this approach overlooks a critical factor: efficiency is not just a cost center, it's a significant driver of profitability, even—or especially—in commodity-driven sectors.

Are you a coffee lover? If yes, why not start a business that aligns with your passion?

From 2018 through 2023, the hemp industry is projected to grow by $3.8 billion, with a key driver for this growth being hemp’s usefulness to the textiles industry—making hemp biomass more sought after than ever before. 

We’ve seen companies spend a decade trying to decide whether to buy new equipment. The decision often gets tangled up in internal discussions, testing, and financial uncertainty.

"Grain bin fires rarely occur, but they can happen when conditions include high humidity and wet grain, and farmers try to rush the dryer. Fires can be caused by poor housekeeping of the bins, failure to clean beneath floors, poorly maintained burners and other equipment, and operating the burners at too high a temperature in an attempt to dry grain faster.” -Herb Wilcutt, Safety Specialist, Mississippi State University Extension Service

Medical hemp usage is a trend that doesn’t seem to be going away. According to a Gallup poll, 14% of Americans say they use CBD and hemp products, with 40% using it for pain relief, 20% for anxiety, and 11% to aid in sleep.

There’s no question that the cannabis industry is booming. A total of 33 states have made marijuana legal for medical purposes, and 20 states have legalized cannabis for recreational use in adults. 

Paper and wood products are important parts of our everyday lives. We build our homes with wood, and gather around wooden tables.  We publish novels with paper and we even create lifelong memories at gatherings with easy clean-up, thanks to products like paper plates and napkins. 

The Kett team has been in operation for over 70 years, and we’ve seen a lot in that time. But nothing could have prepared us for when an existing client acquired another company and found one of our moisture sensors buried deep in their inventory.

Hardwood floors are an enduring, timeless option that many homeowners and business owners choose to create a variety of looks. Depending on the design, finish, and stain, wood floors can be trendy, elegant, chic, or cozy.