Standards
Action plan pledges to open up consolidated meat and poultry industries
The White House responded with $150 million to provide development of worker training, increased workplace safety and well-paying jobs.
Potentially explosive atmosphere product certification
Understanding regional requirements for global market access for electrical equipment in potentially explosive environments is critical.
Crane & hoist inspection
The Mainman Crane & Hoist inspection is a multi-point visual inspection of overhead lifting equipment. Inspection results alert customers of maintenance problems and points out areas that are not in compliance to OSHA standards. The results are delivered in a detailed report that can be hand delivered or accessed through the Internet.
Laser level
The L97 mini-magnet laser level can project a beam of light more than 80 yards to help align objects. The level makes a variety of applications easier for electrical contractors and plumbers. Tasks such as bending conduit, aligning an electrical panel box or plumbing metal cabinets can be done faster with this level.
McGladrey study: Optimism is local, concern is global
While manufacturing continues to grow in the U.S, concerns remain about the global economy and how regulations might impact or hamper the industry's growth
Manufacturing ‘resurgence’ possible with accelerated effort
MAPI, Aspen Institute report says ‘disciplined’ approach needed to address tax, energy, export and Skills Gap issues
White paper: SPX: A discussion on air quality standards ISO 8573.1, ISO 12500
It is in all our best interests to select the proper compressed air equipment.
Heavy duty “mudder” radio
The HYT TC-610 Water-Resistant Radio features high capacity battery, dirt, water resistant casing
Hacker Report: More malware in 2011
Hacktivism and cyberwar, more profit-oriented malware, social media, social engineering and malicious codes with the ability to adapt to avoid detection will come on strong in the new year, according to a report by PandaLabs.
What plant engineers said about their changing world
With more than 1,300 respondents from more than 40 countries, it's not surprising that there would be a variety of issues on the current and future state of manufacturing.