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The Black Ink Team's Guide To Metalcasting

by Black Ink Team

Step-by-step, we take you through the process of metalcasting.

The Black Ink Team's Guide To Charcoal Grills

by Black Ink Team

The great outdoors are a great place to cook. But what to cook on? Charcoal is one of if not the best cooking fuels, because it offers the smokiness of wood but it's cleaner and it's easier to start and clean up. Here's a rundown of the different styles of charcoal grills that are out there, just waiting to be brought to your backyard.

The Black Ink Team's Guide To Inground Swimming Pools

by Black Ink Team

There's more to swimming pools than meets the eye. Pipes, electrical wiring, chemicals - join us for a deep dive into what it takes to make an inground pool.

Warranties, Extended

by Michael Paladino

Applying warranty registration data towards customer analytics

The Black Ink Team's Guide To Grass Types

by Black Ink Team

True or false: grass is grass. False! There are many different varieties of grass, each suited for different lawns. With a little research, you can find the perfect grass for your property. Here's a quick explanation to help you get started.

Buy Online, Pick Up in Store (“BOPUS”)

by Jeff Winsper

Here's how independent retailers can strengthen their online presence to satisfy some of their customers' demand for instant access to information.

Numbers Don't Lie: Chances Of Scoring A Goal In Sports

by Black Ink Team

Sports are about consistency - consistency of play, consistency of rules, and especially consistency of equipment. Here is some statistical analysis of sports goals and balls.

The Black Ink Team's Guide To Product Packaging

by Black Ink Team

Product packaging should not be like gift wrapping - the goal is to minimize the mystery of what's inside rather than the opposite. This article explains the major areas of product packaging that are important for keeping your product safe in shipping and making it sell more in stores.

The Black Ink Team's Guide To Motion Control Systems (Open Vs. Closed Loop)

by Black Ink Team

So you want to automate your factory.... Should you use an open loop control system or a closed loop control system? Reading this article will help you understand the difference between the two.

The Black Ink Team's Guide To IP Addresses

by Black Ink Team

Here's an explanation for what the numbers that make up your computer's or smartphone's IP address mean.