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Martin Engineering celebrates 50 years of air cannon technology
The world leader in bulk handling solutions Martin Engineering is marking the 50th anniversary of its invention of the world’s first low-pressure air cannon. Air cannons have transformed material flows in bulk processing systems, eliminating problematic internal buildups and blockages. After five decades of continuous innovation, Martin Engineering remains at the forefront of air cannon…
Read MoreUS Department of Labor to honor workers whose jobs claimed their lives, recommit to protecting workers as nation marks Workers Memorial Day
OSHA, MSHA administrators, AFL-CIO president to join national ceremony When the nation first observed Workers Memorial Day on April 28, 1970, an estimated 38 U.S. workers suffered fatal on-the-job injuries each day and many more endured debilitating respiratory diseases and other life-altering illnesses related to workplace exposures. Today, work-related injuries in the U.S. claim about 15 people’s…
Read MoreASSP honors Bobick for work on safety standards
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has named Thomas G. Bobick the recipient of the 2024 Thomas F. Bresnahan Standards Medal for his extensive work in developing and advocating voluntary national consensus standards in occupational safety and health, including a groundbreaking heat stress management standard that is expected to save many lives. Bobick, Ph.D., P.E., CSP,…
Read MoreNCMS Report Highlights New Tool for Automating Supply Chain Management In Response to Pandemics
The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) has announced the publication of a new Technology Brief focused on automating the production and distribution of critical supplies in the event of future pandemics. As the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted supply chains across vital sectors including manufacturing, the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) launched an initiative to…
Read MoreAcquisition of Young & Bertke Air Systems Company Creates Common Ownership with Anguil Environmental Systems, Inc. to Strengthen Industry Presence
Chris Anguil, President and Deborah Anguil, Chief Operating Officer of Anguil Environmental Systems Inc. (Anguil), a globally recognized leader in industrial pollution control technologies and services, proudly announce the formation of Anguil Industrial, LLC, to complete the acquisition of Young & Bertke Air Systems Company, a distinguished mechanical contractor in Cincinnati Ohio. The strategic acquisition,…
Read MoreRadians appoints Cal Bontemps as Director of Marketing
Radians®, a top-tier global PPE manufacturer, is excited to announce the appointment of Cal Bontemps as its new Director of Marketing. With an impressive career spanning over 24 years in sales, product management, customer engagement, and digital marketing communications, Bontemps brings a wealth of expertise to lead the marketing team while driving strategic alignment with…
Read MoreAnother Membership Benefit Coming Your Way!
Mark Your Calendars: 2024 NHCA/CAOHC Webinar on April 17th Register today for the live webinar: Shifts in Hearing Thresholds: Work Related or Not? April 17, 2024, 5:00pm – 6:00pm Eastern Time Members receive a discounted rate! This webinar will be recorded. Register Now
Read MoreFlorida blocks heat protections for workers right before summer
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a law that prevents cities or counties from creating protections for workers who labor in the state’s often extreme and dangerous heat. Two million people in Florida, from construction to agriculture, work outside in often humid, blazing heat. For years, many of them have asked for rules to protect…
Read MoreASSP elections highlighted by Walaski’s upcoming move to president
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), the world’s oldest professional safety organization, has announced its new leaders based on the 2024 Society elections. All terms begin July 1. Pam Walaski will serve as ASSP president for 2024-25. “Our Society’s strength is rooted in our dedicated volunteers and their desire to lead our organization,” said ASSP…
Read MoreBlackline Safety Announces New $1.4 Million Deal to Protect 800 Water Utility Workers
Australian corporation selects Blackline’s tech for best-in-class lone worker safety features, 24/7 live monitoring, and turnkey setup Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, has announced a new deal valued at $1.4 million with a water utility provider based in Australia. After commissioning a third-party analysis that named Blackline Safety…
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