Water is the life-blood of hydronic systems. Just as we strive to maintain the health of our own circulatory systems, it’s important to maintain the health of the water-based solutions that circulate through the hydronic systems we construct and maintain.

NSF International Standard 53 is internationally recognized as the benchmark for water filtration systems’ effectiveness in reducing specific health-related contaminants. 

Correctly set controls ensure proper boiler operation.

The Vitocrossal 200 CI2 is the most advanced, compact floor-standing gas condensing boiler designed for large residential and commercial applications.

Primary/secondary piping is a way to achieve hydraulic separation by connecting multiple hydronic circuits with their own circulators to prevent interference. Using a pair of closely spaced tees is a common method to achieve this.

I’ll admit it. I was skeptical that distance learning could be a worthwhile experience for service contractors. 

The Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) published a new technical report related to the break resistance of PEX pipe and tubing when fluid inside becomes frozen.

One of the most common OSHA violations is respiratory protection. Let’s dive into why and what’s required to be compliant.

Learn about two specific air filtration and dust collection standards set by ASHRAE to guide you in establishing air quality programs.

Learn about sources of silica dust and best inspection practices to improve indoor air quality and reducing health risk in facilities.

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has launched a suite of free resources.

The rule updates the current standard by improving the amount and quality of information on labels and safety data sheets. Updates take effect on July 19, 2024.

Flame-resistant cooling gaiter and towel.

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

A highly anticipated global standard aimed at creating safer workplaces everywhere will be published on March 12, according to the Switzerland-based International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that spearheaded the five-year development process with support from the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE). Companies can purchase a hard copy of ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems from ASSE beginning the week of the standard’s publication.

Currently designated as NFPA 660: Standard for Combustible Dusts, the all-encompassing standard will be completed in 2024 and likely released in late 2024/early 2025.

Experts say 45001 is not easy to apprehend when read as a normal book, especially if you are not familiar with the ISO framework of 9001 and 18001. You have to realize the interconnections between specific clauses. Experts advise finding a good training course to help realize the standard’s full potential. You may also want to consider employing consultancy services to assist.

Investors will have to be careful next year as potential stalling economies in the U.S. and China, along with rising global inflation and tighter monetary policy, could make for a “tricky” 2018, according to Morgan Stanley.

ISEA 121, Dropped Object Prevention Solutions will circulate for consensus approval and public review by end of 2017 with expected publication of a final, approved standard at end of 1Q 2018.

Did you know that our body does not discriminate between sources of stress? It simply responds to the stress. So, whether the stress is coming from an actual event, or simply a thought, the body may react in a similar way. Now, in these times when there is so much uncertainty, stress can have a huge impact on our bodies.

Companies of any size or available resources can start their safety climate improvement journey by using one of the system’s two assessments developed by CPWR (with stakeholder input) to either measure their safety climate maturity or conduct a simple needs assessment of the company’s jobsite safety climate across eight leading indicators.

The 10^th annual OSHA National Safety Stand-Down event is scheduled from May 1-5, 2023, and encourages workplaces to discuss safety, potential fall hazards and the importance of fall prevention. 

In this article, we'll guide you through the importance of accurately calculating fall distance and maintaining necessary clearance to avoid injuries.

The revised standard strengthens requirements for incident reporting and analysis, and includes modifications that address today’s vehicles, technologies and operating environments.

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

Non-FR/AR rainwear can ignite and melt when exposed to flames or electrical arcs, exacerbating injuries.

Employees were using a forklift to take stone slabs off a storage rack when the slab became unsecured and struck the worker. OSHA investigators find it could have been prevented. 

The revised standard is helping to elevate World Standards Week, an event held Nov. 12-14 by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) to promote best practices in workplace safety.

From an operations perspective, safety is an important investment in the warehouse.

As brands look to employ creator-generated content as part of their advertising campaigns, understanding how consumers engage and receive this influencer content can be vital to support their brands.

Last year, the EPA unveiled a set of proposals geared toward minimizing the levels of greenhouse gases, hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides and particulate matter released into the air. Those standards would apply to light- and medium-duty vehicles and would phase in over model years 2027 through 2032.

Toward the end of the last decade, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration recognized the need to boost adoption of advanced driver assistance systems and in 2020 launched the Tech-Celerate Now initiative to promote awareness and implementation of ADAS.

$50,000 Grant Offered by CAHEC's Open Doors Homeownership Initiative

Konstantinos "KP" Papamiltiadis celebrates more than 15 years as a technology executive and platform designer

Mr. Koziatek's liquid sealant has revolutionized the mountain biking industry

Answer United Wins Coveted ATSI Award of Excellence

Chairman Lee Man-Hee kicked off the '2024 Shincheonji's Bible Seminars by Continent Asia (I)' with a visit to the Philippine International Convention Center.

ICRFQ, a leading distributor in the integrated circuits (IC) industry, proudly announces its continued commitment to excellence and innovation.

Ashraf "Ash" Hassan is being honored by Marquis Who's Who

Patricia Blake's new podcast, "To Protect and to Serve," debuts with a pair of engaging episodes, while anticipation builds for the upcoming release of the "SEND ME!" theme song in May, and more songs to follow this year.

Fanz Media Group Inc. announced today the launch of fanz.com a social network specifically focused on sports enthusiasts. Web and social media experts, and the gurus of sports media have come together to create the ultimate network of sports fans.

Powers businesses by sourcing Filipino virtual talents compatible with your company.

Priority One Office Furniture, a distinguished presence in the realm of modern office solutions, is excited to introduce the launch of its newest endeavor: an innovative website dedicated to office furniture

T.U.B.E (The Ultimate Band Experience) TRAINING uses tube resistance bands to leverage the many planes of motion the human body moves through - not just the vertical plane defined by gravity. T.U.B.E TRAINING can be done indoors or outdoors.

Results of the World Boxing Championship

KBF President Kenes Rakishev considers this ambitious goal achievable.

Deployment of the Educast™ service on the ARK Broadcast Internet Network of NextGen TV stations

Volthium, which has been developing energy redundancy solutions for more than 11 years, has just unveiled a new lithium battery that is unique in North America.

Kenes Rakishev signed an agreement with the Indian holding Monnet Group

Richard A. Jeanne has established an extraordinary professional legacy in his specialized field