Most residential and commercial models from Honeywell’s VISTA series of alarm panels now support lighting, shade and temperature control technology from Lutron Electronics, giving security and home-automation professionals a greater range of options when designing connected-home systems for their customers.

Honeywell, Melville, N.Y.,announced that the Pro-Watch Integration Kit has been successfully deployed to protect the largest complex of the federal justice system in Mexico.

Lansing, MI — Service sector workers with irregular schedules often experience greater levels of stress and exhaustion, according to a recent report.

How do I know if I should wear a powered air purifying respirator or a supplied air respirator while welding?

Kevin Stone, COO of Doyle Security Systems, succeeds John Loud as ESA Chairman, bringing his extensive industry experience to further advance the association and its mission.

Jim Lantrip of Allied Universal Technology Services brings more than three decades of experience to the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) board of directors.

Cozby, vice president of commercial monitoring at Everon, will serve on the PPVAR board as vice president for the alarm industry.

Mission 500, a charitable nonprofit organization engaging security professionals to assist families in crisis across the USA, will announce the winners of its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Humanitarian Awards at ISC West today, Thursday, March 30. The ceremony will take place at The Bridge Stage – Booth #25063 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 

Boston – Employees may be more likely to participate in workplace wellness programs if employers offer financial incentives, according to a new study from Harvard Medical School’s Department of Population Medicine.

Philadelphia – Financial penalties are more effective at helping workers reach physical activity goals than monetary rewards in a wellness program, according to a study from the University of Pennsylvania.

The group of partnering manufacturers and central stations include NAPCO, Resideo, Telguard, Emergency24 and Rapid Response Monitoring.

Columnist Roy Pollack challenges professionals to test their knowledge in the latest 5 Minute Tech quiz.

The Stretch-Back FR Cotton Welding Jacket (JF1625-NG) offers all the protection of a standard welding jacket with the added comfort of a flame-resistant cotton stretch knit back panel.

In this blast from the past, Dave Engebretson revisits a column from November 2014. 

The VIKING PAPR 3350 Welding Helmet is a complete powered system. It draws air from the environment through a HEPA filter located on the belt, and delivers filtered air in the breathing zone within a premium-level VIKING auto-darkening welding helmet.

The Allegro Deluxe Supplied Air Shield and Welding Helmet (Blue) is a cost-effective system used by workers at foundries, aluminum plants, mines, chemical plants, refineries, auto manufacturers, and fabricators.

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is reminding miners working near oil and gas wells to remain aware that “an inadvertent intersection with one of these wells” could be hazardous.

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What should I take into consideration when choosing the right leather to protect welders?

New York — Results of a recent survey reveal a sizeable gap between how C-suite executives perceive workers’ well-being and how workers actually feel.

Macclesfield, England — Employees with asthma miss an average of almost 10% of their work hours, and most are restricted from performing their duties because of their symptoms, both of which negatively affect their emotional well-being, according to the findings of a recent study.

To acknowledge the unique contributions made daily by female welders, 3M has designed the Speedglas 100 Series Graphic Welding Helmets – Women’s Collection.

New York — The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has launched a wellness program for its members after a survey found that music creators are two to three times more likely than the general public to experience feelings of loneliness, disappointment and being ignored.

Lowell, MA – A new online toolkit aims to help employers integrate their health, safety and wellness programs.

Field sales teams from Honeywell will work to pull in business for security dealers and systems integrators as they roll out the new Honeywell Builder Program introduced at the 2005

Bullard has launched a new Welding Helmet, SparxLift, for use with its EVA Powered Air-Purifying Respirator.

Pocatello, ID — The owner of a tanker testing and repair company was sentenced to one month in prison and five months of home confinement for lying to OSHA and making illegal repairs to a cargo tanker, the Department of Justice announced Nov. 19.

During the summer months, outdoor workers are at heightened risk of heat-related illnesses, ranging from mild heat rash to potentially deadly heatstroke. “It’s not like you just provide them water and that solves the problem,” one expert says. “It starts with an effective plan.”

Advocacy group Mental Health America is providing workplace wellness resources as part of National Workplace Wellness Week (April 1-7).

Atlanta – In an effort to help employers start or expand employee health promotion programs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has created the Workplace Health Resource Center website.

Boston — Rather than provide worker wellness programs aimed at changing individual behaviors, employers should focus on reshaping work conditions that are the root cause of stress-related health problems, say researchers from a pair of Boston universities.

The Viking 3350 welding helmet has one of the industry’s largest auto-darkening view sizes, at 3.34 inches tall.

Classic VSi is a variable shade (shades 8-13) auto-darkening welding helmet with a flip-up panel that exposes a clear grinding shield that provides 180 degrees of vision.

MacDowell, an industry veteran, will delve into the pivotal traits of effective leadership within the alarm monitoring industry, guided by recent survey results that underscore the profound impact of leadership on a company’s success. 

Overexposure to welding fumes and gases can cause both short-term and chronic health effects, resulting in dizziness, unconsciousness, illness and even death.

A 64-year-old automotive mechanic was working to remove the fuel pump from a car at his employer’s service garage.

Washington — Ensuring workers are properly hydrated is essential for preventing heat-related illnesses, OSHA is reminding employers.

Chicago — No matter where work gets done, “protecting vision should always be a priority,” advocacy group Prevent Blindness is reminding employers.

Washington — Honeywell Safety Products has issued a voluntary recall of nonsterile eyewash cartridges after a supplier was found to be noncompliant with current good manufacturing practice regulations.

Chicago — Eye safety and protection should be a workplace priority, advocacy group Prevent Blindness is reminding employers and employees.

Washington — NIOSH has established a center to “better protect firefighters and be able to identify and prevent new and emerging hazards in the fire service earlier and faster” through research and service.

Welding processes are classified into two groups: fusion welding, which is heat alone, and pressure welding, which uses heat and pressure. Fusion welding involves three types: electric arc, gas and thermit.

San Antonio — How employees choose to voice their thoughts and/or opinions at work – either positively or negatively – may affect their quality of sleep, results of a recent study show.

Melbourne, Australia — A mobile app designed to help shift workers manage their sleep cycles to enhance their health and mood is available for use.

Based in Houston, Texas, the CEP Distributing team reportedly brings over 20 years of channel expertise to the table and stocks a wide range of products in key categories including: AV, control, lighting, and security.

According to Actuate, Francis’ technical acumen and deep industry insight position him uniquely to expand the company’s network of resellers and technical partnerships, solidifying relationships with channel partners that are eager for the company’s solutions.

The RKC-500 Detect-A-Finger drop-probe device prevents welding machinery from starting its stroke if a finger or hand is detected in the point-of-operation area. Key components are a sensing probe module with a rod shaped to fit over or around the work piece and a control module.

Howard Leight FirmFit^TM Earplugs are firm foam reinvented with more comfort and more protection. Workers who prefer firm foam earplugs deserve the best. Because the more comfortable the earplug, the longer they’ll wear it. FirmFit – so soft your workers will want to wear them all day long. Try FirmFit today.

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Salisbury’s Lift Front Hood has forever changed the way the industry views arc flash head and face protection. And now, to further reduce weight and increase comfort, the fabric shroud is available in our premium lightweight 11 oz/yd² material, making it the lightest 40 cal/cm² arc flash protection hood on the market.

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Oliver footwear stands for quality, comfort and protection. Oliver is the professional and safety footwear brand that brings its unique history of superior craftsmanship and experience of the most extreme working conditions to design the ultimate combination of rugged and comfortable work boots so workers can conquer any challenge their jobs may bring.

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