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NIOSH 3D printing guide aimed at small businesses

Washington — Employers whose workers use 3D printers in non-industrial settings can take steps to limit employee exposure to emissions from heated filaments, polymers and powders, NIOSH says.




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New video shares lessons learned from fatal release of corrosive liquid

Washington — Chemical facilities should clearly mark pressure-retaining components of plug valves and require new valves to be designed to prevent the inadvertent removal of these components.




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EPA publishes compliance guide on methylene chloride ban

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has released a guide intended to increase understanding of – and compliance with – its ban on most industrial and commercial uses of methylene chloride




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Chemical Safety Board pushes for expanded use of remote isolation equipment

Washington — Many chemical facilities “have not fully recognized that the effective remote isolation of equipment is critical to quickly stopping releases of hazardous materials” and protecting workers, the Chemical Safety Board says.




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OSHA updates inspection guidance for the meatpacking industry

Washington — OSHA has expanded and updated its inspection guidance for animal processing and slaughtering.




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Sour Patch Kids Snapple Fruit-Flavored Mix Candy

The limited-time offering is arriving in stores nationwide in three flavors inspired by the Snapple® brand's popular juice drinks: Mango Madness, Kiwi Strawberry, and Fruit Punch




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Mizkan America Acquires Barbeque Sauce & Broth Brand Born Simple

Mizkan America, Inc., (MA) announced that it has acquired the natural and organic barbeque sauce and broth brand Born Simple® for an undisclosed sum.




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Irish Dairy Co-op Acquires US Cheese Business from Whitehall Specialties Inc.

Irish dairy cooperative, Ornua, completed the acquisition of US cheese ingredients business, Whitehall Specialties Inc. (WSI) for an undisclosed sum from Mason Wells, a private equity firm based in Milwaukee.




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FMCSA removes two requirements for young trucker pilot program

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has eased restrictions on a pilot program that allows commercial truck drivers younger than 21 to operate interstate.




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FAA rule means more aviation entities required to have a safety management system

Washington — Commercial and charter airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and air tour operators must establish a safety management system, according to a Federal Aviation Administration final rule that went into effect May 28.




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Railroad rule requires real-time reporting of hazmat info

Washington — A new rule requires railroads to “proactively provide” real-time electronic information about hazmat shipments to 911 call centers or emergency responder mobile apps as soon as they become aware of an incident.




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DOT oral fluid drug testing in a holding pattern

Washington — Although oral fluid drug testing has been federally approved for truck drivers and workers in safety-sensitive transportation positions, its use as an alternative to urine testing has been delayed and remains in flux.




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Are young driver training requirements in your state strong enough?

Philadelphia — Training requirements that vary by state may leave some newly licensed teen drivers “ill prepared for safe driving,” results of a recent study suggest.




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FTA rule builds on safety training requirements

Washington — A Federal Transit Administration final rule that updates the agency’s safety certification training program for rail transit workers eases recertification while maintaining a uniform curriculum, FTA says.




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UK guide intended to aid driver health

London — A new guide from the Society of Occupational Medicine addresses the health of “at work driving populations” and reducing road traffic incidents.




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As date for DOT rule on oral fluid drug testing nears, will labs be certified?

Washington — Although oral fluid drug testing is a federally approved alternative for truck drivers and other transportation workers in safety-sensitive positions, a key hurdle stands in the way.




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PANOS Brands Acquires Assets of Tessemae's Salad Dressings

PANOS brands, LLC, a provider of branded consumer foods, announced that it has acquired certain assets of Tessemae's LLC, including the Salad Dressings & Condiments Business. Tessemae's is a leading brand in refrigerated and shelf stable organic salad dressings.




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2017 Ingredients for Health Guide: Food Trends for Weightloss

Innova Market Insights finds various product claims targeting the weight-conscious consumer. They include “no added sugar,” “low fat,” “low calorie” and others.




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Most coal miners don’t receive required health tests: NIOSH

Washington — The majority of coal miners don’t receive baseline chest and lung testing at federally mandated intervals, results of a recent study from NIOSH suggest.




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White House reviewing MSHA rule on surface mobile equipment safety

Washington — A Mine Safety and Health Administration final rule that would require mine operators to have a written safety program for mobile and powered haulage equipment is a step closer to publication.




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MSHA issues alert on silica dust and mobile mine equipment

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is reminding mine operators to safeguard against worker exposure to hazardous silica dust where mobile equipment is used.




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MSHA issues final rule on written programs for mobile, powered haulage equipment

Arlington, VA — Mine operators will soon be required to have a written safety program for mobile and powered haulage equipment “developed and updated with input from miners and their representatives.”




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Offshore alert: Use safety devices with temporary test equipment

Washington — The death of an offshore worker conducting a pressure test on a well surface casing has prompted the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement to issue a safety alert.




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MSHA to miners: Stay safe on underground mobile equipment

Arlington, VA — MSHA describes four separate incidents that occurred between Sept. 26 and Oct. 16 in which workers were pinned between mobile equipment and a coal rib.




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MSHA repeating its warning about operating mobile equipment near water

Arlington, VA — Miners operating mobile equipment near water should always examine the worksite, remain a safe distance from the water’s edge and wear a seat belt.




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MSHA issues alert on mobile equipment

Arlington, VA — Spurred by the deaths of six miners who were struck by mobile equipment in underground production areas, the Mine Safety and Health Administration has issued a safety alert.




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MSHA warns of tire explosions related to equipment fires

Arlington, VA — Tires on mobile equipment may explode during equipment fires and after flames are extinguished, the Mine Safety and Health Administration is warning miners.




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Combating opioid use in mining: New guide from MSHA and NIOSH

Washington — Employers can help prevent opioid use disorder among mine workers through a series of strategies, the Mine Safety and Health Administration and NIOSH emphasize in a new resource guide.




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Kingswood Capital Management Acquires PATCO Products

Headquartered in Lenexa, Kan., PATCO manufactures emulsifiers at two US-based facilities for both food and non-food applications, with an extensive distribution footprint servicing customers primarily across North America. 




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The Simply Good Foods Company Acquires Only What You Need (OWYN)

OWYN is a ready-to-drink (RTD) protein shake brand that unites taste and ingredient transparency. 




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FDA Draft Guidance Could Result in Safer Food Options for People with Allergies

Chapter 11—Food Allergen Program—explains how to establish and implement a food allergen program that ensures protection of food from major food allergen cross-contact and that the finished food is properly labeled with respect to the major food allergens.




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Woodland Foods Acquires Idan Foods

The Idan acquisition further positions Woodland as a critical, innovation-driven partner to customers across the foodservice and industrial channels, addressing the growing demand for outsourced product development.




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One Rock Capital Partners to Acquire Innophos

The offer price represents an 18% premium to the 30-trading day volume-weighted average closing share price of Innophos’ common stock ended Sept. 9, 2019, the last trading day prior to published market speculation regarding a potential transaction involving the company.




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One Rock Capital Partners Completes Acquisition of Innophos

In conjunction with the completion of the transaction, Richard Hooper has been appointed CEO of Innophos, effective immediately. Hooper is an industry veteran with 40 years of specialty materials experience.




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The Firmament Group, McLean Family Farms and Sweat Equities Invest in Citrus Extracts

The Firmament Group, a provider of tailored debt and equity capital solutions to small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), announced an investment in Citrus Extracts, LLC.




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Bartek Building Malic, Fumaric Acid Facility

Among those in attendance at the groundbreaking were Neil Lumsden, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport and Member of Provincial Parliament for Hamilton East, Victor Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Lisa Thompson, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and Chad Collins, Member of Federal Parliament for Hamilton East-Stoney Creek.




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Ruiz Foods Names New Top Leadership

The Ruiz Foods board of directors selected the company’s current chief operating officer, Kimberli Carroll, as president and chief executive officer. 




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DayDayCook Acquires Asian Food Brand, Omsom

The acquisition, which consists of a combination of DDC’s cash and stock paid out over four years, is expected to accelerate new product innovation for Omsom, with R&D anticipated to take half the time from idea to aisle. 




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Pepsico to Acquire Siete Foods

Siete products will bring a rich, new aspect to the PepsiCo multicultural portfolio with food that plays an important role in meal occasions and culinary experiences.




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Conduit stub-up eliminator

Stub-EASE is designed to reduce tripping, slipping and falling injuries on conduit stub-ups by safely removing stub-ups from a raceway.




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SAMBAZON Acquires SunOpta’s Açaí and Smoothie Bowls Business

This strategic acquisition will unlock innovation offerings within SAMBAZON’s bowl portfolio with new dry toppings, savory toppings, organic fruit inclusions on top of bowls as well as innovative bases that include tropical fruits, purees, as well as emerging and popular seed bowls. 




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Nature’s Premium Fruit Pearls Triple Berry

As an alternative to traditional fruit servings, Fruit Pearls® makes it easy for consumers to keep healthy snacks on hand and reduce food waste versus highly perishable products.




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What's Really Keeping Consumers from Eating Fruits and Vegetables?

Keeping food safe (70%) and the use of pesticides (60%) are top concerns when considering how food is grown. Nutritional content, use of agricultural technology, environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and farm workers welfare were other listed concerns consumers factor into their purchase decisions.  




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Welch's Fruit Snacks unrolls Fruitfuls Fruit Strips

Launching in Strawberry, Mango-Peach, and Berry Medley varieties, all three flavors feature whole fruit as the main, or primary ingredient in a soft strip made of genuine fruit.




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Building Flavor on Fluid Foundations

Stock is defined as a cooking liquid that is flavored by simmering animal bones and/or meat, fish, in water or wine with vegetables typically comprised of onion, celery, and carrots (also known as mirepoix) and sometimes other vegetables (or vegetables alone) until a desired flavor is achieved. T




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Stir Foods Acquires Lancaster Fine Foods

Wind Point Partners and portfolio company Stir Foods, a custom manufacturer of soups, sauces, dressings, and fresh salsas for retail, industrial, and foodservice customers, announced that Stir has acquired Lancaster Fine Foods, Inc., a private label and contract manufacturer of custom sauces, dressings, and condiments for retail, industrial and foodservice customers.




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Del Monte Foods, Inc. Acquires Kitchen Basics to Build a National Retail Presence in Broth and Stocks

Kitchen Basics® has a portfolio of conventional and organic stocks and broths, including Chicken, Unsalted Chicken, Beef, Unsalted Beef, Vegetable, Unsalted Vegetable, Turkey, Seafood, and Creamy Bean & Vegetable.




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Amylu Foods Acquires Klement’s Sausage Company

Amylu Foods acquired Klement's Sausage Company, a division of Tall Tree Foods. The strategic move represents Amylu Foods' commitment to offering its customers premium, high-quality meat products.




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Institute for Justice Files Lawsuit Challenging Florida’s Ban on Cultivated Meat

The lawsuit, which was filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of Florida, argues that Florida’s ban violates the Constitution’s provisions that prohibit protectionist measures designed to favor in-state businesses at the expense of out-of-state competitors. 




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So Good So You Blueberry Clementine Juice Shot

Functional food company So Good So You launched its first formulation powered by adaptogenic mushrooms. Immunity Blueberry Clementine includes organic Shiitake, Maitake and Reishi mushrooms and provides 100% of an adult's recommended daily value of Vitamin D3.