Although the market for solar thermal systems is a tiny fraction of what it once was, I still believe there are viable applications that could help in decarbonizing thermal energy systems.

One of the best things about hydronic heating is there is virtually no limit to how piping systems can be customized. One of the worst things about hydronic heating is that there is virtually no limit to how piping systems can be customized.

Industry-wide competition celebrates greatest achievements and innovations at SuperCorrExpo.

Morrisons wanted to reduce supply chain and material costs and to improve the customer experience, aiding navigation for shoppers in-store and improving on-shelf availability in order to increase sales. 

Water heater manufacturer Rinnai America Corp. has been working for the last three years with a state department of corrections to upgrade the water heating systems in five prison facilities.

A ‘differentiation standard’ can help you stand out from the rest as a top contractor.

While regulations exist to minimize dangers of toxic substances in industrial plants, there are additional methods that can be incorporated to effectively reduce air pollution in these facilities.

Many companies are still refining how they’ll safely bring employees back to the office. Yet not every business can operate with a 100 percent remote workforce. For some, essential employees need to be onsite at all times. Ampirical is one of those businesses.

Whether it is appropriate to attach non-FR embroidery and emblems to flame resistant protective garments is always a difficult question to address.

In 1998, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report, 413 workers were struck and killed by vehicles. That was “the highest number in the 7-year period that the fatality census has been compiled.”₁ Without a standard in place, the numbers were steadily rising.

Galvan brings 31 years of earned expertise to DFP, primarily in California, with eight years as an SIT surveyor.

Miller brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having been a vital part of SHOWA's operations for nearly two decades.

While Gruber is the first Haws CEO from outside the founding family, Haws continues to be owned by family members and upholds the same values since its beginnings in 1906. 

A Boston waterproofing contractor exposed employees to life-threatening cave-ins and excavation hazards at worksites.

AIHA is encouraging outdoor workers and employers to participate in the app’s open beta testing phase and provide feedback on its functionality. 

The New View is fundamentally the application of systems thinking to workplace health and safety. It considers safety an emergent property of the system. So what does that jargon mean? Instead of focusing on an individual thing, the organization steps back and takes a broader view.

The union steward had just recounted an incident where a supervisor asked one of his workers to step into standing water to work on corroded gauges near the coker. The work needed to be done immediately as it would delay ongoing maintenance on the fractionator to take on different stock feed.

Responses provided by Carol Hanover, Field Director, Risk Control, Travelers

eCompliance unveils its newest advancement in their product line-up at NXT 2019: The Future of EHS, their annual conference. The concept version of the eC Edge App was announced to attendees today to give customers and prospects a first-hand look at the advanced functionality the product will begin to offer in 2020.

A special feature at A+A 2025 will again be the North American Pavilion, organized by Messe Düsseldorf North America and co-sponsored by the National Safety Council (NSC).

Expert says EHS professionals can leverage sustainability initiatives to drive business value and enhance safety performance.

All new stock features a C0 hydrofluorocarbon-free, fluorine-free and PFAS-free finish.

Studies have been looking into the effect of stress and other psychosocial factors on employees’ well-being for decades. One of the first efforts to recognize the connection between workplace stress and well-being was the Whitehall Studies from 1967 to the mid-1980s. And studies continue to document the link between the two.

The intent of a “stop work authority” (SWA) when included in a safety program is to empower employees to take action when they see a situation that is unsafe or think a worker may get injured. Though the SWA process and practice may seem as beneficial at many levels in dealing with operational risk and worker safety; there potentially may be some unforeseen barriers or challenges to its actual utilization.

Do your employees truly know what to look for and can they recognize the hazards and risks associated with their tasks? Is it psychologically safe to openly recognize hazards and risks and choose safe actions within the culture? 

More consumers are engaging in the active nutrition community, offering more opportunities for protein fortification. Suppliers are developing animal- and plant-based protein solutions to meet this growing demand. 

As health and wellness trends continue to be a driving factor in the beverage industry, experts highlight how exotic fruits’ functional attributes and unique flavor profiles have growing appeal.

Experts share insights on which fruit blends are currently popular among consumers and why.

Beverage operations are juggling SKU proliferation, varying pack sizes and a changing workforce. Packing machinery is helping these manufacturers minimize disruptions to those operations.

As the retail market continues to drive demand for flexible case packing and wrapping equipment, experts highlight how these packaging systems work to meet beverage market trends.

Packaging machinery manufacturer Deitz Co. has produced a neck banding machine that automatically applies tamper-evident shrinkbands onto tiny bottles. 

As we quickly approach another Fourth of July holiday, beer manufacturers are seeing increasing competition when it comes to consumers’ dollars. In a Q&A with Beverage Industry, Kristine Joji at Insite AI offers some insights with how brand owners can position themselves to stay competitive in today’s beverage alcohol market.

Experts note how more and more consumers — not just athletes — are striving to live healthier lives and making conscious decisions about their health.

When it comes to beverage operations, the incorporation of automation is laying the ground work to make a case for implementation of robotics.

The regulatory approval marks a milestone in Sweegen opening new markets in countries where brands seek new generation stevia ingredients, the company says.

Ingredient companies announced new hires as well as case studies detailing consumer trends influencing new product development.

PepsiCo’s Pepsi, Purchase N.Y, and Little Caesars, Detroit. Mich. announced the return of the fan-favorite Pepsi Pineapple, available exclusively at Little Caesars for a limited time only.

STōK Cold Brew declared the cappuccino as the new coffee beverage of summer with the launch of its STōK Cold Brew Cappuccino.  

With the continued blurring of lines in the functional beverage space, experts highlight how the energy drink category can rise above the clouds by expanding on wellness attributes, variety and accessibility.

Manufacturer of specialized digital printing equipment Primera Technology Inc. announced its AP380 Label Applicator.

EXIAR now is offering the 1/8 NPT FloodStream Liquid Atomizing Spray Nozzle for spraying processes where space is at a premium.

Multi-Conveyor has built a series of carbon and mild steel constructed modular plastic belt conveyors.

At PACK EXPO International, which is set to take place Nov. 3-6 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, FOX IV Technologies will officially unveil its new 6312 Label Printer-Applicator.

As consumers are more conscious about the products associated with a high sugar content, juice manufacturers are taking a proactive approach to meet this demand.

Suja Life, a Paine Schwartz Partners portfolio company and the parent company of Suja Organic and Vive Organic, announced the appointment of Maria Stipp as its new CEO, effective Feb. 20. Stipp succeeds Bob DeBorde who will retire and remain an active member as Chair of the Board of Directors.

This year’s State of the Industry report on juice and juice drinks highlights how juice manufacturers are taking a proactive approach to meet consumers’ health and wellness goals.

Peterbilt recently announced two new vehicle configurations for the car carrier market: the Model 567 UltraLow Roof Day Cab and the Model 589 UltraLow Roof 58-inch Sleeper. 

Spindrift Beverage Co. announced a new flavor just in time for fall: Spindrift Fuji Apple. 

Waterloo Sparkling Water announced the return of its Spiced Apple flavor and the newest addition to its roster: Pomegranate Açaí, both available as limited-time-only (LTO) offerings this fall.