Form vs. Function - Couplers
Function over Form - Couplers For many things, the form follows the function. For example, most chairs have the same basic shape to they...
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Nov 1, 20221 min read
Back-up Vacuum
An inexpensive back-up dental office central vacuum.
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Sep 2, 20226 min read
Wet or Dry?
A comparison between wet and dry central vacuum systems.
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Aug 29, 20221 min read
"Users"
How to determine the correct size of central vacuum for your dental office.
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Aug 19, 20221 min read
How Dry I am
A brief overview of the benefits of a dry vacuum system.
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Rick
May 31, 20221 min read
Pesky Tubing Leaks
Repairing minor leaks can be accomplished easily and quickly.
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Rick
May 19, 20221 min read
Vacuum Traps
Checking your vacuum trap may not be as simple as you think.
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Rick
May 3, 20223 min read
It's 10 O'Clock, Do You Know Where Your Filters Are?
Filters are often forgotten because they aren't in plain sight. A review of some of the most important but often over-looked filters.
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Rick
Apr 12, 20222 min read
"Parts Are No Longer Available"
A simple trick to determine if a part can be procured outside the dental market.
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Apr 5, 20225 min read
Take Control of Your Equipment
Master Valves are used to turn your unit on and off, but they do so much more and can have a tremendous impact on performance.
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Rick
Mar 29, 20221 min read
Why You Should Use Barriers When You Can
In a previous post I mentioned the importance of minimizing disinfectant build-up on your equipment (https://www.dental-techguru.com/post...
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Rick
Feb 15, 20221 min read
Another Dental Instrument for the Toolbox
Another good dental instrument to have in your toolbox.
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Feb 8, 20228 min read
Tools for the Toolbox
A comprehensive list of what should be in your dental toolbox.
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Rick
Feb 1, 20221 min read
Quick Tip to Keep Your Lines Clean
A quick tip for vacuum line cleaning.
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Rick
Jan 25, 20222 min read
Vacuum System Cleaners
An important consideration when choosing a vacuum line cleaner.
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Rick
Jan 4, 20224 min read
Extend Equipment Life with Routine Maintenance
Listing by frequency of routine tasks that should be done daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually and annually.
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Dec 21, 20214 min read
Spares
A handy reference for things it's good to keep on hand.
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Rick
Nov 14, 20214 min read
Lack of Vac?
More details of things that can go wrong with or near the central vacuum user. Part 3 of the series on vacuum issues.
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Oct 26, 20212 min read
Another Simple Safety Tip
An important step before servicing any dental equipment.
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Rick
Oct 19, 20215 min read
When Your Vacuum Doesn't Suck
Trouble-shooting the central vacuum and issues that affect more than one room.
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