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Vacuum cleaner

Vacuum cleaners, also known as vacuum cleaners or vacuum cleaners, are devices used to remove dirt, dust, and other particles from surfaces. They are essential cleaning tools in homes, offices, workshops, and industrial environments. Vacuum cleaners work by creating a negative pressure that draws dirt and dust into a collection container or bag.

Vacuum pump

A vacuum pump is a device that removes air and other gases from an enclosed space to create a vacuum. It is used in numerous applications, including industry, science, trades, and medicine. Vacuum pumps are crucial for processes that require a controlled environment free of air or other gases.

Vernier caliper

A caliper is an indispensable measuring instrument used in many fields, including mechanical engineering, metalworking, crafts, and DIY. It enables precise length, depth, and internal measurements and is known for its accuracy and versatility.

Vice

A vise is a tool used to hold workpieces during machining. It consists of a base on which a pair of clamps or jaws are mounted, which can be compressed by a screw mechanism to secure the workpiece.

Volunteer Fire Department

The Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) is a fire service whose members work on a voluntary basis. Unlike the professional fire department, which consists of full-time personnel, the volunteer fire department in many towns and cities is mainly supported by citizens who serve as firefighters alongside their regular jobs. The VFD forms the backbone of fire protection and general hazard prevention in Germany, especially in rural areas.