ui ENPRESS acquires United Filters International By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 03 May 2024 13:00:00 -0400 UFI provides filtration solutions to domestic and international customers servicing food, beverage, potable and wastewater applications. Full Article
ui California homebuilder leads the way as early adopter of IAPMO’s Water Demand Calculator By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Appendix M of the IAPMO Uniform Plumbing Code, or the Water Demand Calculator, was integrated into the California Plumbing Code on July 1. It provides a new method for sizing water pipes in residential buildings. For Villara Corp., a leading plumbing and HVAC contractor in Northern California, it remains business as usual, having used the calculator for over five years to construct over 5,000 single-family homes. Full Article
ui Hugo Aguilar: What's on the horizon for the Radiant Professionals Alliance By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Ever since the RPA was formed, members have taken advantage of the great benefits the alliance has to offer, such as codes and standards advocacy, a job center network, obtaining and creating valuable education, the annual Radiant Flooring Guide, newsletter subscription, discounts for IAPMO products and services, access to webinars and more. RPA members are professionals from all facets of the radiant profession, including manufacturers, installers, engineers, architects, students, apprentices and inspectors. Full Article
ui The underground movement toward radiant cooling and future-proof building By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Radiant heating and cooling systems are not new to the North American market, but there’s a strong trend toward incorporating both, especially for tightly controlled environments such as commercial spaces. Full Article
ui GF Building Flow Solutions reaches carbon neutrality in Minnesota and Germany By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Key actions at the plant in Hutchinson included focusing on electricity consumption, energy efficiency and the use of green electricity since 2021. These measures have reduced the site’s emissions by about 94% as compared to the baseline year 2019. Full Article
ui PHCC awards its highest honor to Keith Bienvenu of Louisiana By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -0400 Full Article
ui PHCC’s Plumbing Contractor of the Year Awarded to Vincent “Trey” Giglio III of Louisiana By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Giglio is a dedicated member of PHCC of Louisiana’s leadership, currently serving as president-elect after more than a decade of work on the chapter’s Board of Directors Full Article
ui A. O. Smith acquires Pureit By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0400 Pureit is a leading water purification business operating in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Mexico, among other markets, with a diversified product offering across devices, filters and spares. Full Article
ui Fluidmaster acquires Australia-based Haron International By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 On Nov. 7, Fluidmaster acquired the assets of Haron International Pty Ltd based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Full Article
ui RectorSeal acquires PF WaterWorks By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500 n addition to supporting established customer partnerships in retail channels, RectorSeal will add the PF WaterWorks product line to its plumbing wholesale channel, building on its brand-preferred retail presence. Full Article
ui Armstrong Fluid Technology introduces expanded range of Design Envelope permanent magnet pumps By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Armstrong introduces Design Envelope Permanent Magnet pumps (up to 60hp), delivering 20% lower operating costs and highly accurate flow metering (+/- 5%). Full Article
ui Duravit builds the world's first climate-neutral ceramic plant in Canada By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ui A plumber’s guide to residential floor drain selection and installation By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Eight important factors to consider when selecting and installing a residential floor drain. Full Article
ui Above-floor plumbing simplifies garage conversion to an in-law suite By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Joseph Cariola, a licensed plumber and operations manager at Feddon Mechanical, converted his garage into an in-law suite with a bedroom and bathroom to accommodate up to three people. Full Article
ui SupplyOne Expands Beyond U.S. with Acquisition of Crownhill Packaging By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Customer segments serviced by Toronto-based Crownhill include public sector agencies, industrial products, consumer goods and e-commerce. Full Article
ui Meyers Acquires Johnson Printing and Packaging Corporation via Asset Acquisition By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Strategic move underscores Meyers’ commitment to expanding its footprint in the folding cartons sector. Full Article
ui Express Boxes Unveils Innovative "Build Your Own Box" Tool By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:04:56 -0400 The Build Your Own Box tool offers an unprecedented level of customization, ensuring that businesses can create packaging that perfectly aligns with their product dimensions and brand aesthetics. Full Article
ui Mondi Acquires Schumacher Packaging to Expand Corrugated Footprint By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 14:50:43 -0400 The Acquisition will expand Mondi’s corrugated footprint in Western Europe and add complementary fiber-based products, focused on eCommerce and FMCG, to enhance its existing customer offering. Full Article
ui UA builds toward the future with 68th annual Instructor Training Program By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Aug 2022 17:30:00 -0400 The week includes classroom instruction, an International Apprentice Contest, certification exams and demonstrations and a graduation ceremony in which 170 will be honored for their completion of the certificate program and an additional 45 will earn associate degrees from WCC. Full Article
ui Nicole Krawcke: Recruiting the next skilled trades workforce By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 As I write this month’s column, I’m attending Plumbing Manufacturer’s International annual Manufacturing Success conference in Louisville, Kentucky. PMI has done a great job with its programming content this year, especially with keynote presenter Andrew Winston, a corporate environmental strategist and author, who discussed how today’s companies are now expected to take a stand against the world’s social and environmental problems — and in doing so, earn a profit. Full Article
ui Dan Holohan: The importance of training and educating yourself on the equipment you work on By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 It was one of those days at HeatingHelp.com when the old guys had the floor. One of the regulars, a retired (and understandably crotchety) fella from Canada had this to say: Full Article
ui Are you guilty of these common misconceptions about bad safety habits? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Apr 2021 11:03:00 -0400 What’s that one worksite habit that really grinds your gears? Every safety pro has one pet peeve they hate to see but can’t seem to eliminate. Bad safety habits happen on every job site, but breaking those habits isn’t as easy as slapping workers on the wrist or offering them rewards. Full Article
ui 2018 Readers' Choice Awards Winners: Best PPE, safety equipment products By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 May 2018 12:00:00 -0400 Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online for the most innovative personal protection equipment (PPE) and occupational health and safety products, and now the results of ISHN's 2018 Readers' Choice Awards are in! Full Article
ui 2019 Readers' Choice Awards Winners: Best PPE, safety equipment products By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online for the most innovative personal protection equipment (PPE) and occupational health and safety products, and now the results of ISHN's 2019 Readers' Choice Awards are in! Full Article
ui 2020 Readers' Choice Awards Winners: Best PPE, safety equipment products By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online for the most innovative personal protection equipment (PPE) and occupational health and safety products, and now the results of ISHN's 2020 Readers' Choice Awards are in! Full Article
ui 2021 Readers' Choice Awards Winners: Best PPE, safety equipment products By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online for the most innovative personal protection equipment (PPE) and occupational health and safety products, and now the results of ISHN's 2021 Readers' Choice Awards are in! Full Article
ui Healthcare facilities gain expert help in meeting regulatory and accreditation requirements By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:25:56 -0500 Hospitals, clinics and related medical centers can now choose from four new onsite consulting services introduced by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. Full Article
ui A comprehensive guide to combustible dust best practices By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400 This article describes potential sources of combustible dust and outlines best inspection practices for OSH professionals, certified industrial hygienists and certified remediators to perform the suspect combustible dust inspection. Full Article
ui Business continuity and fire safety top of agenda for European chemicals giant By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
ui Acoustic panels quiet harsh noise in wastewater treatment plant By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 The Orange County Sanitation District in Huntington Beach, California provides wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal services for approximately 2.6 million people. They had a combination of loud industrial equipment, cavernous space, and highly reflective surfaces creating an acoustic nightmare. Full Article
ui Protective Industrial Products, Inc. acquires Primax Manufacturing & Trading Inc. By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:33:00 -0500 Protective Industrial Products, Inc. (“PIP®”), a leading supplier of hand protection and PPE to the industrial, construction, and retail markets, proudly announces the acquisition of Primax Manufacturing & Trading, Inc. (“Primax”) and its innovative Caiman® brand, headquartered in La Mirada, CA. PIP® is a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity (“Audax”). Full Article
ui Dollar General OSHA settlement requires corporate-wide safety investments in stores nationwide By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:42:22 -0400 The retailer has struggled for years to comply with OSHA safety regulations Full Article
ui When should you replace your personal protective equipment? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:51:00 -0500 On dangerous or risky job sites, and within certain environments, personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times. It makes perfect sense, because the gear is designed specifically to mitigate severe or fatal accidents. Helmets, for example, protect the head from falling objects, overhead fixtures, and much more. Full Article
ui The ultimate safety guide to welding PPE By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:50:41 -0400 Welding is an essential part of numerous manufacturing and assembly processes, employing more than 400,000 people in the United States alone. Because of the nature of the job — working with high temperatures and molten metals — injuries are likely. Full Article
ui ASSP recruiting presenters for Safety 2024 in Denver By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Aug 2023 11:21:23 -0400 Safety 2024 will be held Aug. 7-9 in Denver. Presentations should address key occupational safety and health issues as well as emerging matters and innovations relevant to the profession. Full Article
ui Saf-Gard® Safety Shoe Company acquires Industrial Protection Products By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 20:41:53 -0400 The family-owned purveyor of safety footwear announced this acquisition as part of an ongoing project to extend its retail footprint and broaden its product offerings. Full Article
ui New product seal to ensure genuine SLIPNOT™ By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Oct 2023 09:19:30 -0400 SLIPNOT announces logo will appear on all products. Full Article
ui Protective Industrial Products, Inc. acquires Final Fit Safety, manufacturer of sustainable ear plugs By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:54:02 -0500 Final Fit Safety was founded by Mr. Howard Leight, long considered a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of ear plug-type hearing protectors for over 50 years. Full Article
ui BCSP’s 'The Hub' aims to equip, connect safety professionals By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Nov 2023 10:01:35 -0500 The Hub offers industry knowledge, best practices, expert insight, and a place to connect with other safety professionals. It features content in a variety of formats. Full Article
ui The human desire to be connected should extend to safety equipment By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 With such a strong desire to be connected, why don’t we feel this same need to be connected through the safety equipment at work? Full Article
ui A guide to power generation plant safety By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 11:21:48 -0400 Power generation plants are essential for meeting the world's energy needs, but they also pose significant hazards to workers. In this guide, we'll briefly explore the top hazards in power generation plants and discuss effective solutions to minimize risks and improve safety. Full Article
ui How to prepare employees for safe response to sudden equipment failures By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 May 2024 13:45:22 -0400 Manufacturers can improve workplace safety and minimize unplanned downtime if they know how sudden equipment failures occur and what to do about them. Full Article
ui Construction supervisor pleads guilty to obstructing investigation into workplace death By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:34:48 -0400 One of New York man's employees died after a fall from an improperly secured roof. Full Article
ui Worker engagement requires enabling workers to speak up By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Most organizations, especially those that manage higher risks, have a “requirement” for the workforce to stop work and get help when they are “unsure.” When you talk to managers, they believe this empowerment is what is needed to get people to stop. Full Article
ui Critical safety protocols for operating lifting and rigging equipment By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:51:41 -0400 Delve into the critical guidelines and practices underpinning safe industrial operations, along with the potential consequences of overlooking them. Full Article
ui Snow Phipps Group acquires BlackHawk Industrial Distribution By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Headquartered in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, BlackHawk is a leading distributor of cutting tools, abrasives and industrial MRO products used in manufacturing, aerospace & defense, energy, auto aftermarket, construction, general industrial, medical and agriculture applications. Full Article
ui Motion Industries acquires Hydraulic Supply Company By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Motion Industries, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company, announced that it acquired Hydraulic Supply Company (HSC). Execution of the transaction was completed on October 1, 2018. Full Article
ui Elevating construction equipment safety: Strategies that deliver By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:56:27 -0400 Actions to reduce risk can range from using sensors for better construction fleet management to holding periodic training sessions about emerging issues. Full Article
ui Arc blasts can ruin hearing By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Hearing loss isn’t the first injury that comes to mind when an arc fault occurs. The light and heat emitted by the massive electrical explosion – the arc flash – can cause life-threatening and life-altering burns to the skin, compression injuries and loss of limbs if workers are left unprotected. Full Article
ui VelocityEHS strengthens industrial hygiene product suite with Spiramid acquisition By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 VelocityEHS, the global leader in cloud-based environment, health, safety (EHS) and sustainability solutions, announced today it has acquired Spiramid, developer of the most advanced and easy-to-use system for managing industrial hygiene (IH). The acquisition adds Spiramid’s occupational safety & health software and unparalleled IH expertise to the most trusted EHS platform in the industry. Full Article