Archive for 2020
Top 10 Most Frequently Penalized OSHA Standards for 2019
Eye and Face Protection Regulation 29 CFR 1926.102 Enforcement from October 2018-September 2019 Total citations: 1,698 Total inspections: 1,691 Total proposed penalties: $4,372,282 Most Frequently Violated OSHA Standard Ranking–Number 10 Industries most often violating eye and face protection requirements: Specialty Trade Contractors $4,099,758 Construction of Buildings $216,923 Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods $12,472 Administrative and Support…
Read MoreBattery Manufacturing Meets the Digital Enterprise
By Melanie Spare, Contributor One of the most important components—and the key technology for electro-mobility—is the battery. Battery technology and costs are decisive factors pushing development. When setting up battery production for electric vehicles, for example, a high level of automation is necessary. Developments in battery technologies have increased greatly over the past couple of…
Read MoreROEQ’s New GuardCom System Delivers Faster Transfer of Goods Between Mobile Robots and Stationary Conveyors
ROEQ is launching GuardCom, a seamless communication solution that enables Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) equipped with ROEQ’s top rollers to communicate directly with the conveyor stations to initiate the transfer of goods between mobile robots and conveyors. The solution consists of two products: GuardCom installed on the stationary conveyor station, and GuardCom Connect installed on…
Read MoreTime to Consider Spiral Conveyors
By Jeffrey Scicchitano, Contributor Manufacturing and associated logistics continue to automate to support the ever-changing needs of the supply chain. As a result, so do the material handing needs. The demands of ecommerce, JIT distribution and escalating real estate create excellent opportunities to consider spiral conveying technology. Spiral conveyor technology is not new; however, it’s…
Read MorePennsylvania Scale Company Introduces New Aluminum Series Platform Scales
Pennsylvania Scale Company, a leading U.S. manufacturer of scales and scale indicators, has added an Aluminum Series to its offering. Products in the new Aluminum Series include A6600 Floor Scales and A6400 Single Point Bench and Floor Platforms. Both are reportedly constructed of high-strength, low-weight aluminum to provide durable, portable weighing solutions that can withstand…
Read MoreOS+H ASIA POSTPONED TO JULY 2021
The 12th edition of OS+H Asia, Occupational Safety and Health Exhibition for Asia, has been postponed to July 28 – 30, 2021 at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The trade fair was originally scheduled for December 2020. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 effects, capacity limitations for exhibitions and travel restrictions, rescheduling the event became…
Read MoreHilco Vision’s OnGuard® MADE IN USA Rx Safety Frame
Safety like never before! Made in USA Rx Safety frame by OnGuard® Industrial Safety Eyewear. Available in 4 attractive non-conductive metal free styles that are made from USA materials and molded and assembled by a US employee right here in our home state of Massachusetts. Style features include comfort fit temples made of soft touch…
Read MoreUnpacking Automation: Integrating Robotics & Automation in Packaging Facilities
By Claudia Jarrett, Contributor With the rise of Industry 4.0, an increasing number of companies are choosing to add automation to their operations. Packaging facilities are no exception to this trend. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), in 2018, global robot installations increased to 422,271 units, worth $16.5 billion. Automation and robotics were first brought…
Read MoreProtective Guarding: Elevating its Role in Your Facility
Industrial facilities can feature many areas that pose risk of injury to employees. In fact, fall protection and machine guarding omissions were among the top 10 most frequently cited OSHA violations in 2017. Not only do the OSHA violations come with potential fines, it can add costs for missed work and insurance claims—if employees are…
Read MoreWorkplace Material Handling & Safety Interview with CHEMTREC’s Training Program Manager, Nzingah Ramos
Who needs hazmat training and why is continuous hazmat training important? Hazmat training is required for all hazmat employees. This includes those who handle hazardous materials or are involved in the transportation of hazardous materials. Not only does the United States DOT require training every three years, continuous training is essential due to the changing…
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