Worker safety - Articles - Page 19

Plant Construction

36th Annual Plant Construction Survey

The push for ROI

Wayne Labs, Senior Contributing Technical Editor

June 12, 2013

FSMA, energy reductions and efficiency are changing the way plants operate, and some older sites may need more than a facelift.

Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference report

FA&M Conference Report

Innovating risk assessment and world-class best practices

Mikell Knights

June 6, 2013

Food and beverage manufacturers will need revolutionary manufacturing methods to promote and sustain growth. A better understanding of core competencies and capabilities can take you further.

TECH FLASH

Scores die in Chinese poultry plant fire

Local reports say 119 were killed in the June 3rd fire and blast around 6:00 a.m. local time

June 3, 2013

Early indications point to potential electrical or ammonia system problems.

Technology Sourcebook

Combustible gas detector

May 16, 2013

The General Monitors Model IR400 Point IR combustible gas detector features a 3-second T90 response time to the presence of combustible hydrocarbon-based gases.

AB Inbev accused of OSHA violations

The brewing company has been ordered to pay $88,000.

Shane O'Halloran

April 30, 2013

The brewing company has been ordered to pay $88,000.

Dry Processing

Organic grain packager fills it to the limit

Taking the load off the backs of operators, this automatic bag filler also has increased production rates by 40 percent.

Wayne Labs

April 9, 2013

Grain Millers, based in Eugene, OR has been packaging conventional organic whole grain products for more than 30 years.

Able to resist pressure shocks exceeding 60 kPa (8psi), the PPS BFM flexible sleeve assembly snaps in place to connect lines and can be used where flexible sleeves are required to enhance explosion protection.

Technology Sourcebook

Work gloves

April 9, 2013

Magid ROC GP100 work gloves feature a micro-foam nitrile palm coating that provides dexterity and tactile sensitivity, even in wet and oily conditions.

Technology Sourcebook

Access interlock

April 9, 2013

Protecting equipment and workers from errors during electrical and switchgear maintenance, the Kirk Key HD Series Type DM access interlock ensures steps cannot be skipped and a pre-determined sequence of operation is followed.

Technology Sourcebook

Personal protective equipment

April 9, 2013

Built with ear cushion foam technology and ear cups that tilt for greater comfort, 3M Peltor X Series earmuffs provide noise protection up to 31 decibels.