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Practical buying guides, how-tos and safety advice for fundis, farmers and workshops across Kenya, written by the ToolHub Kenya team.
MaintenanceGenerator Maintenance Checklist: Oil, Filters, Fuel and Storage
A practical maintenance routine for petrol and diesel generators in Kenya: oil changes, air and fuel filters, fuel storage, batteries and keeping a standby set ready
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SafetyEye and Hand Protection for Fundis: Goggles, Gloves and Masks
Which safety goggles, gloves and welding masks a Kenyan fundi needs for grinding, cutting, welding and site work, and the habits that stop most workshop injuries.
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ComparisonsImpact Drill vs Rotary Hammer: Which Drill for Concrete Walls
Impact drill, SDS rotary hammer or demolition breaker? How each one works, what it drills well in Kenyan concrete and stone, and which bits to buy with it.
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SafetyAngle Grinder Safety Rules for Kenyan Workshops
Angle grinder safety rules for Kenyan fundis: matching disc RPM, using the guard, avoiding kickback, changing discs safely and the PPE you need every day.
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Farm & GardenBrush Cutter vs Grass Trimmer: Which One Do You Need?
Brush cutter vs grass trimmer for Kenya: what nylon line cuts, when you need a metal blade, walking machines, fuel and battery options, and safe handling.
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Buying GuidesCircular Saw Buying Guide for Kenyan Carpenters
Choosing a circular saw in Kenya: blade diameter and depth of cut, arbor size, TCT teeth counts, kickback safety and when another saw does the job better.
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Buying GuidesEssential Hand Tools for a New Fundi's Toolbox
The essential hand tools a new fundi in Kenya should buy first, what each one is really for, the mistakes that ruin them, and set versus single pieces.
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Buying GuidesHow to Size a Generator for a Kenyan Home or Shop
How to size a generator for a Kenyan home or shop: add running watts, allow for starting surge, convert kVA to watts and choose petrol or diesel.
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SafetyWelding Safety Gear Checklist for Kenyan Workshops
A welding safety gear checklist for Kenyan fundis: helmet shade and auto darkening, gloves, clothing, fume ventilation, fire watch and 240V cable checks.
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Farm & GardenSolar Water Pumps in Kenya: What to Check Before Buying
What to check before buying a solar water pump in Kenya: panel sizing, controllers, borehole depth, dry run protection and seasonal output.
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How-ToWhich Angle Grinder Disc to Use for Each Material
Not sure which angle grinder disc for metal, tile or concrete? A safety first guide to cutting, grinding, diamond and flap discs for Kenyan fundis.
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ComparisonsCordless vs Corded Drill: Which Suits Kenyan Work?
The cordless drill vs corded drill choice in Kenya comes down to power cuts, site access, battery platforms and brushless motors. Here is how to decide.
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Buying GuidesHow to Choose a Borehole Pump in Kenya
How to choose a borehole pump in Kenya: what the driller's report tells you, working out head and flow, 240V power and dry run protection.
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Buying GuidesAngle Grinder Buying Guide for Kenya: Sizes, Discs and Safety
Compare angle grinder sizes, power ratings and disc types for Kenyan fundis, and learn the safety gear needed before you start cutting or grinding metal.
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Buying GuidesHow to Choose a Welding Machine in Kenya
A practical guide to choosing a welding machine in Kenya: MMA vs MIG vs TIG, amperage, duty cycle, power supply and the safety gear you need.
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Farm & GardenChoosing a Water Pump for Your Farm: Submersible, Solar or Surface
A practical guide to choosing a water pump for a Kenyan farm, covering water sources, head and flow, and submersible, surface, solar and petrol options.
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