For the best results when cutting polypropylene ropes and weave webbings, use only a webbing cutter. It works based on melt-cutting at the optimum temperatures of 170-180 °C. Today, we will show you how to work with it.
A guide for making dog collars from polypropylene webbing
In saddlery products, such as harnesses, leashes, collars or halters for horses, leather can be replaced with polypropylene webbing. In today’s photo guide, we have prepared for you a guide on how to make a collar without sewing using polypropylene webbing, rivets and a solder with a tip.
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Polypropylene braided rope
Polypropylene ropes are popular for their versatility, cost, strength and color. The ropes are widely used in cynology, water sports (for their ability to float on the water), gardens, boating and yachting. Climbing and safety nets are made from these ropes.
How to rivet eyelets (Photo Guide)
Eyelets are hollow cylinders with one side ending with a cuff. They are used to reinforce and protect the opening of the leather or fabric. Eyelets can be applied manually or using a hand press. In our photo manual, we will show you both ways.
Riveting by using a hand press
Riveting can be performed manually by using the appropriate tools, see the article How to Manual Riveting or by using a hand press. In this article you will learn what benefits a hand press and we will describe in individual steps how to work with it.
How to manual riveting
For manual riveting you need a rivet, a punch or punching pliers, rubber pad, riveting and small hammer.
Saddlery rivets (2nd part)
In the last part of our series on saddlery rivets you could learn the function of saddlery rivets and according to what we divide them. In today’s part we focus on the shapes of saddlery rivets, their finish and proper use in production.
Saddlery rivets (1st part)
Riveting is the joining of materials, whose aim is the quick formation of a firm, elastic and undetachable joint besides some exceptions. This is performed with the aid of metal saddlery rivets. An undetachable joint means that the dismantling of the rivet is only possible through the depreciation of the links (by breaking the head). Riveting is a non-demanding technological operation that needs more work tools. The quality rendering of the riveted links and quality fancy goods, point to the skill and professionalism of the manufacturer.
Haberdashery rings and D rings
Haberdashery rings and D rings are undoubtedly one of the most frequently used fittings. You can choose from a variety of materials and designs. In this article you will learn which one, what is the difference between them and what they suit the best.
