Archive for January 2018
Monitoring Process Compressed Air in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Compressed air is often used in the production and packaging process in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Compressed air and other process gases such as nitrogen, oxygen, argon and carbon dioxide can come in direct contact with pharmaceutical products. Process air must be tested and monitored to prevent the risk of contamination and ensure the quality and safety…
Read MoreChemical-Splash Protective Lab Coat
Workrite Uniform Company, a manufacturer of flame-resistant (FR) and chemical-splash protective (CP) clothing, is releasing a cutting-edge, first-of-its-kind lab coat designed to provide comfortable, affordable protection against inadvertent chemical splash. The new Workrite CP lab coat will be on display and available for pre-order at Workrite Uniform’s booth — number 1365 — at Pittcon 2018.…
Read MoreThe TransVision Shield™ Darkens Instantly to Protect Eyes from Arc Flash
This lightweight eye, face and head PPE, offers maximum protection against arc flash. A specially coated lens gives a realistic perception of colors so that wires can be easily identified without lifting the visor. The ergonomic design minimizes strain on the head and neck, ensuring comfort. NFPA 70E CAT 4, Stanco Safety Products, www.stancomfg.com
Read MoreNew Team Member at PIP
Effective January 2018, Protective Industrial Products, Inc (PIP) announces the addition of Sheila Schalk to its senior management team. Ms. Schalk joins PIP as Director, Programmed Sales after a 12-year career with Grainger. There, her roles included Account Management, District Sales Management, Government Sales, Senior Director of National Accounts, interim VP of Sales and Director…
Read MoreLighter-weight Arc Flash Protection
This suit offers more protection in a lighter weight: NFPA 70E CAT4, ATPV 44 cal/cm2 A total fabric weight of only 11oz/yd2 keeps the wearer cooler. It’s generously sized for ease of movement. A hood with an integrated air flow system is available. Stanco Safety Products, www.stancomfg.com
Read MoreErgodyne & Corvex Connected Safety Partnership Leads Movement Toward Connected, Intelligent Safety Products
As employers continue to spend billions of dollars annually on worker safety programs, injury rates over the past several years have remained stagnant. That statistical plateau has leaders in the safety industry tapping into another resource to take worker safety to the next level: the workers themselves. The announced partnership between innovation-focused safety gear manufacturer…
Read MoreNew Universal Bump Cap Insert Turns Any Hat into PPE
The cause of workplace head injuries can be divided into two basic categories: object-generated impact and worker-generated impact. While the trusty hard hat has been protecting workers from object-generated impact for decades, quality solutions to protect from the everyday bumps, bruises and bangs that workers are initiating have only recently become available. Skullerz® Head Protection…
Read MoreKION Group and EP Equipment Agree Strategic Partnership
KION Group to acquire a minority stake in a leading Chinese manufacturer to extend its offering in the fast-growing market for entry-level warehouse equipment The exclusive strategic partnership will focus on joint product development and supply chain synergies, with the aim of capitalizing on growth in the global market KION Group CEO Gordon Riske: “The…
Read MoreWorkrite Uniform Company: the A to Z of FR Protection
Understanding the ins and outs of flame-resistant (FR) clothing can go a long way toward preventing burn injuries and fatalities. To help foster greater understanding of the complexities involved in selecting the right FR workwear, Workrite Uniform Company, an FR clothing manufacturer, presents the A to Z of FR protection. Arc Rating – Value describing…
Read MoreNew Liftomatic Line of Portable Drum Handlers
The Solution for Repetitive Transport Applications Buffalo Grove, IL, Liftomatic Material Handling, Inc., an industry leading material handling equipment manufacturer, recently introduced the Ergo-Matic® line of portable drum handling equipment. The Ergo line comprises a range of models and features for repetitive applications. The product family is fully modular and designed for efficient manual handling…
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