Regulatory Compliance
This category includes safety equipment used to limit an operator’s access to the moving points of a machine, or to automatically withdraw all or part of an operator’s body from a point of operation. Pullback devices can include cords connected to the wrists and linked to a machine, which allow the operator’s hands to enter the machine’s point of operation, but will automatically withdraw them during the machine cycle. Restraints operate similarly to pullbacks, but instead completely restrict an operator from accessing an area or point of operation.
Advancements mitigate the challenges posed by toxic weld fumes
Developments in vented enclosures, extraction units, & robotic systems address the risk hazardous welding fumes pose to workers’ respiratory health.
Developments in vented enclosures, extraction units, & robotic systems address the risk hazardous welding fumes pose to workers’ respiratory health.
With the new ISO 14955 standards, energy efficiency is likely to become an increasingly important quality attribute of modern machine tools.
Among its directives, NFPA 652 outlines deadlines for sampling and analysis to identify potential risk areas for dust explosions in industrial facilities. The spotlight now turns to mitigation equipment.
In the midst of a U.S. manufacturing renaissance, the disastrous rollout of Obamacare could put a crimp on manufacturers – particularly small shops. Of the nearly 11,000 pages (and counting) of new regulations imposed by this new law, no one really understands the full impact that lies ahead, what new regulations will be added, or how other arcane portions of the law will be changed in the future. Here is a general review of what we do know so far.
The dangers of distraction while working have garnered a great deal of attention. Distraction increases the risk of injury, but taking the appropriate steps to reduce distraction are neither easy nor simple. Much thought must be given to the consequences, fairness, and practicality of any regulations aimed at reducing the risks associated with worker distraction.
Connectors minimize space installation requirements with a compact 90° connection that removes bending of large diameter wires (up to 70mm2) and ensures reliable 200A rating performance.
HEMCO’s modular enclosures are built to customer size and design requirements, and come in a variety of sizes, vented or HEPA filtered models.
Rite-Hite’s design provides full, unobstructed access to a variety of vehicle types and loads, providing a universal fit regardless of vehicle bed height.
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