When a designer starts looking for a way to build a machine of any kind, there are several things to consider. All mechanical engineering design solutions look to solve a problem with previous designs, to improve on their performance and to make them better in every way.

All machines or buildings or anything else that is put into use will eventually fail. They all have an expected life and usefulness. For some items, use is ceased before an actual visible break occurs because it is not safe to wait until damage is seen. For these items, the engineers might know that an item will last for one year under ideal conditions so it will only be used for nine months or less to be safer. It will still require inspections, especially when situations are not considered ideal.

Every material has its pros and cons. For instance, metal is very durable but it can also be inflexible or overly rigid. That may mean that it will break under certain situations, especially when exposed to additional stress or higher weight loads. The designer will look for ways to alleviate some of the stress of the load as well as to give the metal a little more give. Plastic, which is often lighter and more flexible, does not usually have the same level of strength as metal, so the design solution would have to solve that problem: how to keep the lightness and flexibility of the plastic while making it stronger and durable. (more…)

Our feet are really amazing things, and they are a lot more important than we may think. After all, they must carry the weight of our bodies throughout our lives, so it is important that we take care of our feet. One way to do this is by wearing the proper footwear, including insoles that are going to provide the correct amount of shock absorption. Every step we take is jarring on our feet, and believe it or not, many leg, hip and back problems begin with the feet, and the right insoles can keep you from having a lot of pain in your feet and other parts of your body. You may have even tried some of the many different types of insoles available, but didn’t find that they did a whole lot of good. This is because they are not made from the right kind of material. Insoles made with Sorbothane provide impact protection, and will help to keep you pain free.

How Do Sorbothane Insoles Work?

If you are on your feet for any amount of time, you know how sore they can get at the end of the day, unless of course you have the right kind of support. If you are doing a lot of walking, running, or are involved in sports, you also need to have footwear that is going to properly support your feet. Pain is only one thing that not wearing the proper footwear can cause. It can also lead to a number of injuries. Sorbothane is a shock absorbing material that will protect your feet, and insoles made with this material are idea for anyone who is on their feet a lot. In fact, it can absorb as much as 94.7% of shock caused by impact, such as a footfall. There are many conditions that this material has been known to help successfully, including heel spurs, shin splints and ulcerations caused by diabetes. Many doctors and orthopedic specialists recommend insoles made from this amazing material, because it provides the most protection while still being extremely comfortable.

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INTRODUCING A NEW DESIGN – Sorbothane® SORBOAIR® Provides Lightweight Air-Infused Comfort and Protection

• Relieve Your Pain…With Sorbothane® SorboAir® Replacement Insole
• Advanced air-infused Sorbothane® for lightweight comfort and protection
• Molded arch support and cupped heel for rear foot stability
• Poron® top cover provides additional cushioning and a cool dry insole
• Designed for all work, sport and leisure activities
• Proudly Made in the USA

Sorbothane® is the only insole material that can absorb up to 94.7% of impact shock. And unlike standard insole materials, which can bottom out and lose effectiveness, Sorbothane® performs under any condition. Durable and comfortable, SorboAir® insoles retain their shock absorbing benefits month after month. Lightweight and antifungal, they also breathe, which   makes for a much cooler insole. Sorbothane® insoles are recommended by doctors, sports medicine specialists and professional trainers. Sorbothane® insoles have proven to be the best defense against foot pain, back pain and impact-related injuries such as Achilles tendonitis, runner’s knee and shin splints.

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Kick-EEZ®, the most popular recoil pad line on the market, introduces the Kick-EEZ® Sorbothane® SLIP-OVER RECOIL SYSTEM. This ALL-NEW, SLIP-OVER SYSTEM combines a specifically engineered slip-over pad with the unsurpassed recoil absorbing properties of a Sorbothane® insert. The Kick-EEZ® SLIP-OVER RECOIL PAD is designed for all shooting applications and with 3 available sizes installation is easy. Additional 1/4″ and 1/2″ Sorbothane® inserts are also available to provide additional recoil relief for ANY “slip-on” style recoil pad. By adding or combining Kick-EEZ® inserts it’s easy to adjust the length-of-pull for any shooter.

Kick-EEZ® SLIP-OVER RECOIL SYSTEM FEATURES / BENEFITS

• Kick-EEZ® inserts can be used with any “slip-on” style recoil pad

• Easily adjust length-of-pull by adding, or combining, Kick-EEZ® inserts

• Made in the USA • Sorbothane® provides maximum recoil absorption and comfort

• Designed for all hunting and shooting applications

• Easy fit design • Available in three sizes – small, medium and large

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