ANSI Z245.5-2013: Baling Equipment – Safety Requirements for Installation, Maintenance and Operation
“American Baler is dedicated to meeting or exceeding safety demands, including the ANSI standard for balers. Our Head of Engineering sits on the ANSI committee. Our balers were the first to achieve Category 3 safety standards on all models. Our customers demand the safest balers, and we lead the way!” American Baler, 800-843-7512, www.americanbaler.com …
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“Until the ANSI/ASME B20.1 code for conveying devices was established, material conveying devices were held to the same ANSI/ASME A17 code requirements as passenger elevators. This made it nearly impossible for inclined and vertical reciprocating conveyor manufacturers to meet code standards and provide a competitively priced product. PFlow worked with state and local officials for…
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“At Guardian we are committed to providing 360 degrees of height safety. Ensuring tools and equipment are secure is a critical part of our mission to keep everyone on the jobsite safe. The ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 standard is the platform upon which we build our industry leading Dropped Object Prevention line.” Guardian, 1-800-466-6385, www.guardianfall.com Each year on U.S. worksites, falling objects cause…
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“Tingley is a leading manufacturer of protective apparel and footwear and steadfastly adheres to the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) F2413-18 for the manufacture, assessment and labeling of safety footwear in terms of the toe cap impact and compression, puncture resistance, electrical hazard resistance and a range of other safety footwear protections. All…
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“The OSHA 1910.138 statute is instrumental in defining that the proper glove protection should be chosen when hazards are present. This selection process is a complex one when consumers realize the multiple hazards that a workforce can be exposed to, along with the vast amount of hand protection options in the market. At SHOWA, resources…
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“A standard for carrying out the proper way to carry out fit testing was long overdue and has been immensely helpful in the field of respiratory protection. At OHD, we commend those who further our mission of protecting the world’s workforce.” Dr. Stephanie Lynch, PhD, OHD, LLP, Product Manager, Occupational Health Dynamics (OHD). 205-980-0180. www.ohdusa.com…
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“Over 20 years ago, Advance Lifts and a number of other leading manufacturers of industrial scissors lifts formed a group that worked on developing the first version of Safety Requirements for Industrial Scissors Lifts. This became known as the ANSI MH29.1 standard. Advance Lifts has continued to be active in the development of the subsequent…
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“Haws Services is a warranty and services provider for all brands of emergency shower and eye/face wash products to ensure your emergency equipment is ANSI-compliant and functioning properly. From start-up and commissioning to annual inspections and preventative maintenance, Haws Services’ experts specialize in emergency equipment.” Haws, 888-640-4297, hawsco.com ANSI Z358.1-2014 establishes minimum performance and use…
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“Until 2016 there was not an RMI standard that pertained to the design of cantilevered storage racks. The creation of this standard assists Steel King, and other members of the RMI that manufacture cantilevered storage racks, in the design of it. The standard is referenced by the building codes.” Steel King Industries, Inc., 800-826-0203, www.steelking.com…
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