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Food tech startup Better Brand announces plans to launch first low-carb product

Better Brand, Inc., a food tech startup, has announced plans to launch its first product, The Better Bagel—turning one of the most carb-heavy foods into the carb equivalent of ½ of an orange, or 1/5th of a banana.




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Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Milk Bar debut first-ever Red Velvet Philly Bagel Bomb

The Red Velvet Philly Bagel Bomb features a lightly sweetened Philly cream cheese core with chocolate, wrapped with red velvet bagel dough and served warm. 





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ADM announces industry's first net carbon neutral milling operations

ADM has announced that the company has achieved net carbon neutral status for its U.S. flour milling operations.




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Clif Kid Zbar launches its first-ever Halloween mini bars

Sized for little hands, Zbar Halloween Minis are available in a 20-ct chocolate chip flavor.




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American Fire Sprinkler Association announces Patriot Chapter

The Yankee chapter will now be known as the Patriot chapter in the New England area.




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Using PEX in residential fire sprinkler systems

PEX can be a viable alternative to more traditional materials for fire sprinklers.




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Fire-suppression systems for battery energy storage systems

NFPA 70 provides the important details for design.




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Johnson Controls GRINNELL G-Fire One-Bolt Coupling

The Johnson Controls GRINNELL G-Fire One-Bolt Coupling features a single-bolt design that eliminates alternate tightening.




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Victaulic acquires Globe Fire Sprinkler

Effective July 8, 2019, Victaulic has purchased Globe Fire Sprinkler. Combined, these two respected companies will have the resources and capabilities to bring exciting new solutions to the fire protection industry around the world, Victaulic notes.




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Colorado contractor installs a fast, more flexible firestop sleeve

Spencer Bell has been a fan of HoldRite plumbing brackets and the TESTRITE DWV testing system for years. So recently, when he heard that HoldRite had innovated the cast-in-place firestop sleeve process, he didn’t waste time learning more about it.




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The requirements and challenges of residential fire sprinkler systems and water meters

Now that many jurisdictions across the country are mandating fire sprinkler systems in new-home construction, de-signers need to be aware of the requirements and challenges these systems can face in relation to water meters.




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New trends in corrosion and freeze protection for resilient fire sprinkler systems

How can engineers and contractors design wet fire sprinkler systems equipped to prevent corrosion and dry systems equipped to prevent freezing? That has long been a question central to code requirements and new product development.




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Attic fire protection design

Concealed attic spaces combine some of the most difficult aspects of fire protection design and require carefully tailored fire sprinkler solutions for effectiveness.




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Ensuring corrosion protection beyond routine maintenance in fire sprinkler systems

Corrosion in fire sprinkler systems can go undetected until it's too late, causing damage or loss of life. Traditional ITM protocols can accelerate corrosion, but new advancements offer better prevention and monitoring for protecting lives and property.




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Matt Michel: 9 times you should fire someone

One of the most challenging tasks managers face is terminating an employee. It is never easy, but sometimes necessary. What is all too easy is putting it off when it does become necessary.




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ZONEFIRST A2L refrigerant solutions

ZONEFIRST’s new A2L-compliant product are engineered to ensure full compliance with this code while maintaining system performance.




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Victaulic fire sprinkler coupling

With extended track neck bolts, the hardware engages into the housing, allowing for one-hand assembly with no spinning bolts or pinched fingers.




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Navien fire tube boiler

Navien NFC series is available in 175,000 Btu/h and 199,900 Btu/h models, each offering 95% AFUE, 11:1 turndown ratio, PVC venting up to 150’, and residential and commercial warranties.




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First net zero energy education and research facility in Victoria

The training facility, designed for the plumbing industry, will generate all energy required to support the operation of the building on site through the incorporation of several renewable energy technologies.




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The changing landscape of fire protection

The world is changing quickly, and transformative technologies are introducing new requirements for safety. 




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Rebuilding effort in Paradise, California focuses on fire-safe buildings

The Camp Fire in Butte County, California, started in 2018, destroying over 18,000 structures and causing 85 deaths. Paradise, a town 90 miles north of Sacramento, lost about 95% of its buildings, but It is on the road to recovery.




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Navien announces NFB-C commercial fire-tube boiler

The NFB-C is available in two sizes: NFB-301C (301 MBH) and NFB-399C (399 MBH).




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Combining a wood-fired boiler with a hydronic distribution system

I’ve written many PM columns discussing how air-to-water and geothermal water-to-water heat pumps can be combined with hydronic delivery systems to deliver efficiency AND superior comfort. This combination is a great solution for many consumers.




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PM Profile: Canadian company brings first-ever recirculating shower to U.S. market

RainStick Shower co-founders Alisha McFetridge and Sean McFetridge share a longtime passion for water conservation. In 2019, the two began building the North American Market’s first water circulating shower. Supply House Times Chief Editor Natalie Forster sat down with Alisha McFetridge to dive into RainStick Shower’s backstory and plans for the future.




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Duravit builds the world's first climate-neutral ceramic plant in Canada

The decision to build the first CO2-neutral ceramic production facility in Canada is a significant investment for a sustainable future for the global brand and a vital step for climate neutrality by 2045.




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Canadian farmer finds nest egg with fire tube boilers

When HVAC work needs to be completed for agriculture applications in Ontario, Canada, Gleeson Plumbing & Heating has a reputation of delivering impressive results time and time again. 




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Saving a culture: Going from worst to first

U.S. Navy Captain Mike Abrashoff was given command of the USS Benfold at age 36, making him the youngest commanding officer in the Pacific fleet. His challenge was daunting: the destroyer with 310 sailors was a notable loser, with low morale and the highest turnover in the Navy. Many safety and health pros early in their careers face the challenge of establishing their credibility.




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ISHN reveals all 30 category winners from its first-ever Readers’ Choice Award Contest

Thousands of Industrial Safety & Hygiene News subscribers jumped online to vote in ISHN’s 2013 Readers’ Choice Awards between March 1 and May 1, 2013. The results are in, and ISHN Publisher Randy Green has released the list of winning entries.




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Innovations in workplace first aid

One of the major challenges in workplace safety is that people tend to think they’re invincible at work. This means they’re less likely to take the time to properly prepare for an emergency.




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Business continuity and fire safety top of agenda for European chemicals giant

OXEA, part of the Oman Oil Company, is a leading chemicals manufacturer with operations around the globe. Its specialist products go towards making high-quality coatings, lubricants, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products, printing inks and plastics.




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Blackline Safety reports 50% growth in fire-hazmat business

Blackline Safety Corp. has announced a 50% increase in its fire-hazmat personal and area gas monitor business in the last year alone.




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Hazchem Safety launches industry-first sustainable coverall

This industry-first innovation offers a carbon footprint saving of 3.7kg CO2e per coverall.




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Best practices for preventing electrical fires in 2020

In 2018 alone, there were 103,600 recorded incidents in commercial buildings. Electrical malfunctions are a leading cause of these events, and they cost businesses $373,400,000 in 2018.




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Light the fireworks: It’s Independence Day for Bulwark®

Bulwark, the world’s largest flame-resistant (FR) apparel brand, was recently sold to Redwood Capital Investments, LLC, marking a new era for the company as it transitions into a stand-alone workwear organization.




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Safety lessons from California warehouse fires

California has had its fair share of fires over the years, especially the wild variety. This year’s wildfires have already burned more than 1 million acres, and nearly a dozen are still ablaze.  Now, the Golden State is facing an uptick in warehouse fires in some of its biggest and most populated cities, including Oakland, Carson and El Sereno.




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OSHA cites Stanley Black+Decker for safety failures after electrical arc fire

Agency says manufacturer could have prevented an electrician from suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast if required safety standards were followed.




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Blackline Safety to unveil first-of-their-kind safety wearables at ADIPEC




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Feds investigating major chemical fire at Bio-Lab Facility in Conyers, GA

The owner of a Georgia chemical plant that had a massive chemical fire has been cited and fined repeatedly by the federal government, mostly for violations related to employees not receiving proper safety training.




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New NIOSH center focuses on firefighter safety, health and well-being

The Center provides a central point for partners to engage with NIOSH on the broad spectrum of firefighter-related research and services.




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Safety first: Protecting workers in the oil and gas industry as fatalities and injuries are on the rise

Workers in the oil and gas industry, whether they work with pipelines, on oil rigs, as drivers or at well sites, face higher incidence and mortality rates.




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Whisleblower probe finds cargo firm retaliated against seaman who reported safety concerns to US Coast Guard

OSHA ordered the Maersk Line to reinstate the seaman and pay $457,759 in back wages, interest, compensatory damages and $250,000 in punitive damages. 




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CDC confirms 14th case of 2019 novel coronavirus in U.S.

The CDC yesterday confirmed another infection with 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the United States in California. The patient is among a group of people under a federal quarantine order because of their recent return to the U.S. on a State Department-chartered flight that arrived on February 7, 2020. All people who have been in Hubei Province in the past 14 days are considered at high risk of having been exposed to COVID-19 and subject to a temporary 14-day quarantine.




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First responders get life-saving sensor readings, video surveillance

It’s a bird, it’s a plane… no, it’s a Squishy Robot, dropped from a helicopter or a drone to transmit crucial environmental data to emergency responders at disaster scenes.




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Getting there first: Location tags enable fast, urgent response

ISHN recently exchanged an email Q&A with Amanda Alexander, global product manager for Emerson’s Location Awareness System.




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Eyewear for first responders aims to ‘protect those who protect us’

Mike Ettenberg, Founder of Frontline, is a retired firefighter tired of losing or destroying his designer shades in the heat of the frontlines. 




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Firefighter safety standards: Are we doing enough to protect our heroes?

Are we doing enough to keep firefighters safe? No, we are not – but setting priorities and executing on requirements is easier said than done. 




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Don't let Halloween turn into a horror story: Fire safety essentials

Regular inspections and the implementation of advanced technologies, such as IoT sensors, are essential for early risk detection and prevention of catastrophic events.




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IFT FIRST exemplifies innovations for beverage-makers

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) returned to McCormick Place for the IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo where exhibitors were presented with an array of ingredient samples, interactive demos and product tastings.




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IFT FIRST showcases latest ingredient solutions for beverage-makers

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) returned to McCormick Place for the IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo where exhibitors were presented an array of ingredient literature as well as prototypes featuring these solutions.




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Fireball unveils ‘Hot Lids’ ahead of Kentucky Derby

Fireball, a brand of Sazerac Co., Louisville, Ky., is set to gallop into this year's classic horse racing events with bespoke, fiery hats dubbed “Hot Lids,” bringing a dash of cinnamon spice to the typical race day experience.