Plant Safety and Security
Non-metallic enclosure protects unattended on-line monitoring unit
EnviroTech uses remote, low-power telemetry-enabled systems to protect an automated chemical measure system (Autolab), using non-metallic enclosures. » more
Alabama lumber mill penalized for outstanding violations
Phenix Lumber Company has ignored previous 77 citations, ultimately receiving nearly $2 million in fines from the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. » more
Direct current circuit breakers emphasize reliability, safety, sustainability
New sustainable solutions added to Eaton Corporation’s line of DC circuit breakers. » more
Engineering inspiration: NASA’s Linenger challenges us to reach deeper, do more for each other
You don’t need to be faced with death in space to reach deeper, do it right, inspire others, and be thankful for every moment, said Dr. Jerry Linenger, retired U.S. Navy flight surgeon and NASA... » more
All-plastic 22 mm industrial control switches
Elektron Technology announced the launch of Arcolectric’s new range of all-plastic APB, ALB and ALS 22 mm industrial switches. » more
In seeking arc flash solutions, don’t overlook validation
Arc flashes are responsible for about 80% of electrical accidents in the U.S. each year. » more
High-resolution perimeter guard light curtains extend to 30 meters for safety, security
Tapeswitch Perimeter Guards designed for safety and security applications provide a higher resolution (100 mm) compared to the company's standard line of perimeter guards (two, three and four beams).... » more
Module simplifies communications, enhances safety
Omron STI has developed a new module to send non-safety control data to a safety controller, using EtherNet/IP, an ODVA Ethernet protocol. » more
OSHA renews strategic partnership to reduce injuries, lost work time at Ford Motor Co. auto plants
Partnership includes UAW, ACH and MIOSHA in partnership with OSHA, Department of Labor » more
Compact fusible switches for finger-safe circuit protection
AutomationDirect has added Gladiator compact fusible switches for circuit protection. They are also equipped with lockout/tagout capability and finger-safe construction. » more
Manufacturing company joined Offshore Technology Conference
Thomas + Betts/Kopex took part in the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston to highlight area cable management » more
Machine perimeter guarding modular system
Folding Guard’s Saf-T-Fence machine perimeter guarding modular system offers a customized alternative to permanent walls » more
OSHA asking for your views on health and safety
Coming to an email box near you soon: OSHA will conduct a wide-ranging survey of employer health and safety practices beginning this month. » more
Developing a culture of safety for 1,000 days
Eriez' world headquarters in Erie, Penn. is closing in on three years without a day lost due to injury. » more
Wireless Application: Western refining cuts wiring costs, improves performance
After a site survey, a wireless system is being integrated with existing power and network infrastructure. Up to 90% of the installed cost of conventional measurement technology can be for cable,... » more
Non-metallic enclosure protects unattended on-line monitoring unitEnviroTech uses remote, low-power telemetry-enabled systems to protect an automated chemical measure system (Autolab), using non-metallic enclosures. » more
Alabama lumber mill penalized for outstanding violationsPhenix Lumber Company has ignored previous 77 citations, ultimately receiving nearly $2 million in fines from the U.S. Dept. of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. » more
Direct current circuit breakers emphasize reliability, safety, sustainabilityNew sustainable solutions added to Eaton Corporation’s line of DC circuit breakers. » more
Compact RFID readers have IP67 protection
Siemens expanded its Simatic Ident Portfolio for intralogistics and assembly line applications, with RFID read/write ranges of 20-30 mm. » more
Siemens expanded its Simatic Ident Portfolio for intralogistics and assembly line applications, with RFID read/write ranges of 20-30 mm. » more
Engineering inspiration: NASA’s Linenger challenges us to reach deeper, do more for each otherYou don’t need to be faced with death in space to reach deeper, do it right, inspire others, and be thankful for every moment, said Dr. Jerry Linenger, retired U.S. Navy flight surgeon and NASA... » more
All-plastic 22 mm industrial control switchesElektron Technology announced the launch of Arcolectric’s new range of all-plastic APB, ALB and ALS 22 mm industrial switches. » more
In seeking arc flash solutions, don’t overlook validationArc flashes are responsible for about 80% of electrical accidents in the U.S. each year. » more
Simplified safety: fail-safe functionality for hazardous environments
Incorporating fail-safe functionality into intrinsically safe technology simplifies system setup and maintenance reducing control costs. » more
Incorporating fail-safe functionality into intrinsically safe technology simplifies system setup and maintenance reducing control costs. » more
Simplified safety: embracing performance-level risk assessment
Like it or not, new standards requiring quantifiable, statistical safety analyses are coming…and they will change forever how you evaluate hazards in your plant. » more
Like it or not, new standards requiring quantifiable, statistical safety analyses are coming…and they will change forever how you evaluate hazards in your plant. » more
Simplified safety: taking safety beyond the MCC
When integrating safety into a motor control center, be sure to think outside the box to the components and devices in the plant that are under its control. » more
When integrating safety into a motor control center, be sure to think outside the box to the components and devices in the plant that are under its control. » more
High-resolution perimeter guard light curtains extend to 30 meters for safety, securityTapeswitch Perimeter Guards designed for safety and security applications provide a higher resolution (100 mm) compared to the company's standard line of perimeter guards (two, three and four beams).... » more
Module simplifies communications, enhances safetyOmron STI has developed a new module to send non-safety control data to a safety controller, using EtherNet/IP, an ODVA Ethernet protocol. » more
OSHA renews strategic partnership to reduce injuries, lost work time at Ford Motor Co. auto plantsPartnership includes UAW, ACH and MIOSHA in partnership with OSHA, Department of Labor » more
Compact fusible switches for finger-safe circuit protectionAutomationDirect has added Gladiator compact fusible switches for circuit protection. They are also equipped with lockout/tagout capability and finger-safe construction. » more
Manufacturing company joined Offshore Technology ConferenceThomas + Betts/Kopex took part in the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston to highlight area cable management » more
Machine perimeter guarding modular systemFolding Guard’s Saf-T-Fence machine perimeter guarding modular system offers a customized alternative to permanent walls » more
OSHA asking for your views on health and safetyComing to an email box near you soon: OSHA will conduct a wide-ranging survey of employer health and safety practices beginning this month. » more
Developing a culture of safety for 1,000 daysEriez' world headquarters in Erie, Penn. is closing in on three years without a day lost due to injury. » more
Wireless Application: Western refining cuts wiring costs, improves performanceAfter a site survey, a wireless system is being integrated with existing power and network infrastructure. Up to 90% of the installed cost of conventional measurement technology can be for cable,... » more
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