Compliance Standards

Trade Group Slams Safety Pact For Bangladesh

May 16, 2013 2:21 pm | by Anne D'Innocenzio, AP Retail Writer | News | Comments

The largest U.S. retail-industry group on Wednesday criticized an international pact aimed at improving factory conditions in Bangladesh's garment industry, saying it was a "one-size-fits-all" approach promoted by special interests. The five-year, legally binding contract requires them to help pay for fire safety and building improvements in Bangladesh.

France Approves Major Labor Reform Package

May 14, 2013 2:26 pm | by Sarah DiLorenzo, AP Business Writer | News | Comments

France's parliament has passed a package of significant labor reforms Tuesday that the government hopes will help halt rising unemployment and jumpstart the country's stagnant economy. The bill is one of President Francois Hollande's signature pieces of legislation designed to overhaul the country's notoriously hidebound labor market.

Pressure On Bangladesh, Retailers To Fix Factories

May 6, 2013 2:14 pm | by Farid Hossain, Stephen Wright, Associated Press | News | Comments

In the aftermath of a building collapse that killed more than 530 people, Bangladesh's garment manufacturers may face a choice of reform or perish. The shoddily constructed building's collapse has put a focus on the high human price paid when Bangladeshi government ineptitude, Western consumer apathy and global retailing's drive for the lowest cost of production intersect.

Challenging Lighting Environments

May 3, 2013 8:00 am | by Rob Bresnahan, Larson Electronics LLC | Articles | Comments

Not all operating environments are the same and the differences in a location's environmental characteristics can have a significant impact on how lighting equipment performs. Differences in humidity, wetness, and temperature ranges, the presence of corrosives, and the presence of flammable or explosive gases and vapors can pose a serious challenge for electrical lighting.

NE Lawmakers Debate Approaches To Wind Energy

April 30, 2013 1:42 pm | by Grant Schulte, Associated Press | News | Comments

Lawmakers have advanced a bill intended to attract more wind-energy companies to Nebraska as long as residents receive some of the benefits. The measure would make it easier for renewable energy firms to qualify for sales-tax exemptions under an existing state program — the Rural Community-Based Energy Development Act — that was created to encourage wind-energy projects.

Oil Spill Judge: What Is Gross Negligence?

April 26, 2013 10:24 am | by The Associated Press | News | Comments

The judge who will allocate responsibility for the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill has told lawyers to give him their views about whether a series of negligent acts can add up to gross negligence. The Justice Department and private plaintiffs' attorneys contend that BP PLC acted with gross negligence before the blowout on April 20, 2010. If U.S. District Judge Carl Barbier agrees, BP's civil penalties could soar.

Safety Rules Limited For Small Fertilizer Plants

April 22, 2013 10:11 am | by Jack Gillum, Ramit Plushnick-Masti, Associated Press | News | Comments

There were no sprinklers. No firewalls. No water deluge systems. Safety inspections were rare at the fertilizer company in West, Texas, that exploded and killed at least 14 people this week. This is not unusual. Small fertilizer plants nationwide fall under the purview of several government agencies, each with a specific concern and none required to coordinate with others on what they have found.

Penn Stainless Products Certified To ISO 9001:2008

April 19, 2013 4:01 pm | by Penn Stainless Products | News | Comments

Penn Stainless Products has been certified to the ISO 9001:2008 standard by National Quality Assurance, U.S.A. ISO 9001 is a family of standards for quality management systems maintained by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The standard is recognized world-wide, identifying those that employ best practices and continuous improvement.

White House Threatens Veto On Cybersecurity Bill

April 17, 2013 2:05 pm | by Anne Flaherty, Josh Lederman, Associated Press | News | Comments

The White House on Tuesday threatened a veto against a House bill intended to improve cybersecurity through information-sharing, warning lawmakers that the president won't sign the measure unless changes are made to protect privacy and civil liberties.

Low Power Gas Detector

April 12, 2013 3:27 pm | by Detcon | Product Releases | Comments

The Model DM-100 low power gas detector recently received CE Mark certification to ensure compliance with European Union health and safety requirements.

LENOX® Successfully Completes Annual ISO 9001 Surveillance Audit

April 4, 2013 11:11 am | by LENOX | News | Comments

LENOX, a leading manufacturer of premium band saw blades, power tool accessories and hand tools, announces the successful completion of the annual ISO 9001 surveillance audit at their East Longmeadow, Massachusetts facility.LENOX first achieved certification in 1993, and at the time was the first U.S.-based band saw blade manufacturer to obtain certification.

WV Senate Eliminates Credit For Plug-In Cars

April 1, 2013 1:54 pm | by The Associated Press | News | Comments

The West Virginia Senate has voted 33-1 to eliminate the $7,500 tax credit that encouraged the sale of solar, electric, plug-in hybrid and other environmentally friendly alternative fuel vehicles. The tax credit will remain in place only for cars and trucks that run on natural gas, butane and propane.

April 2013 - BMW Reports Record Production

April 1, 2013 10:56 am | Digital Editions | Comments

In this issue, BMW Manufacturing reports record production volume, NEUTEX Advanced Energy Groups positions itself as a leading American manufacturer of LED lighting, industry experts talk the true value of anti-seize, manufacturers and distributors step up to tackle the skill gap in welding, and more.

DIN-Certified Pumping

March 29, 2013 1:08 pm | by Ruhrpumpen | Product Releases | Comments

The all new CRP model is an overhung, single-stage centrifugal pump in full compliance with DIN 2858.

Right-To-Work Law Takes Effect In Michigan

March 28, 2013 2:08 pm | by David Eggert, Mike Householder, Associated Press | News | Comments

Republican Gov. Rick Snyder said a right-to-work law that took effect Thursday is a milestone that will bring jobs to Michigan, while protesters promised to exact revenge at the polls for the contentious measure Snyder signed in December.

IRISS Granted CSA Certification

March 21, 2013 4:33 pm | by IRISS | News | Comments

IRISS, a leader in the industrial infrared (IR) window market, announced today that they are the only industrial-grade IR window manufacturer to receive formal CSA certification to the C22.2 No. 14-10 Industrial Control Equipment – 11th Edition Canadian standard.

March 2013 iPurchase

March 20, 2013 11:44 am | Digital Editions | Comments

Walk through the latest trends in safety equipment and compliance issues relating to the manufacturing environment, including an analysis on investment requirements for meeting regulations, a look at how new PPE design elements translate to better adoption on the plant floor, a review of recent safety disasters, and an outline of resources that can help manufacturers continuously improve their safety programs.

Transocean CEO: Rig Workers Should Have Done More

March 20, 2013 10:05 am | by Michael Kunzelman, Associated Press | News | Comments

Transocean employees should have done more to detect signs of trouble before the company's drilling rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico in 2010, killing 11 workers and triggering the nation's worst offshore oil spill, Transocean's chief executive testified Tuesday.

2012 Energy Intelligence Report

December 19, 2012 11:52 am | Digital Editions | Comments

Find ways to save money through investing in energy efficient equipment and alternative energy solutions here!

GA-Based Mohawk Reaches Settlement With OSHA

September 28, 2012 9:56 am | by The Associated Press | News | Comments

Under a settlement agreement with federal labor officials, Georgia-based carpet manufacturer Mohawk Industries Inc. will increase fire protection at its four carpet pad facilities. The agreement resolves citations issued by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration in June 2011. Those citations followed an investigation at the company's Johnstown, Ohio, facility.

SPCC Compliance Solutions

March 18, 2011 11:27 am | by New Pig Corporation | White Papers

Establishing and following good engineering practices, and being prepared to handle spills, are two key elements of a successful Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan.