KOLAR Bloghttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blogTips on tools, generators and machinery from KOLAR. SMAM 2026-27: Up to 80% Government Subsidy on Farm Machineryhttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/smam-2026-27-farm-machinery-subsidyhttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/smam-2026-27-farm-machinery-subsidyWed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTApplications for the 2026-27 SMAM scheme opened on 1 July 2026. Up to 50% subsidy for individuals and up to 80% for groups — we handle the whole application free of charge. Generator maintenance checklist: be ready for the next power cuthttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/generator-maintenance-checklisthttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/generator-maintenance-checklistWed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTA simple routine for petrol and diesel generators — what to check every month, before storage and after heavy use — so it starts when you need it. Choosing the right drill bit for wood, metal, concrete and tilehttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/choosing-the-right-drill-bithttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/choosing-the-right-drill-bitWed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTWhich drill bit to use for each material, how to set the speed, and a few tips for cleaner, faster holes with less wear on the bit. Angle grinder safety: the rules every workshop should followhttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/angle-grinder-safety-ruleshttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/angle-grinder-safety-rulesWed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTEleven practical rules for using an angle grinder safely — from choosing the right disc to protecting your eyes, hands and hearing. What a home toolbox really needs: the tools to start withhttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/home-toolbox-essentialshttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/home-toolbox-essentialsWed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTA short, practical list of the hand tools every home and hobbyist should own, with tips on where to spend more and where a basic one will do. Choosing a water pump for irrigation: flow, head and power explainedhttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/choosing-a-water-pump-for-irrigationhttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/choosing-a-water-pump-for-irrigationWed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTHow to work out the flow and head you need, and how to choose between electric and petrol pumps for farm and garden irrigation. How to protect your tools from rust in the monsoonhttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/protect-tools-from-rust-in-monsoonhttps://www.kolarmillstores.com/blog/protect-tools-from-rust-in-monsoonWed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTSimple habits and storage tips that keep hand tools, power tools and machine parts rust-free through the humid months.