Article1 min read Feb 26, 2026Sun Chemical to Invest in Quinacridone Production in Newport, DelawareSun Chemical, a subsidiary of DIC Corporation, will invest approximately US $10 million in its Newport, Delaware facility, to expand quinacridone pigment production capacity.
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Article1 min read Jul 10, 2025Real Conversations. Real Connections. Real Impact.Connect with Safety Professionals from across the industry at PPSA 2025
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Article2 min read Jun 12, 2025PAC Strapping Products Highlights the StrapBandit Ultimate Pallet Threading SolutionPAC Strapping Products, a leader in the strapping and packaging industry, highlights the StrapBandit, an innovative pallet threading tool that combines durability, versatility, and ergonomic design to streamline strapping applications across various industries. With its solid, one-piece construction and compatibility with all types of strapping materials—including plastic, cord, and steel—the StrapBandit offers a faster, easier, and safer way to thread pallets.
Article5 min read May 1, 2025Martin® X-Stand Improves Air Cannon Efficiency and SafetyThe global leader in bulk material flow technology, Martin Engineering, has introduced a heavy-duty air cannon mounting system. The Martin® X-Stand is an organization system that safely keeps air cannons away from super-heated or potentially hazardous areas while offering easy service access. The result is clearer walkways, improved safety, and greater maintenance efficiency for a lower cost of operation.
Article2 min read Apr 24, 2025PPSA’s 81st Health and Safety Conference: Shaping the Future of Workplace SafetyJoin top safety minds and industry professionals for dynamic discussions in New Orleans
Article1 min read Feb 13, 2025PPSA Annual Conference Fosters a Culture of Safety ExcellenceAttendees to gain valuable insights, actionable strategies, and cutting-edge knowledge
Article2 min read Nov 25, 2024There are Exciting Changes on the Horizon – Care to Join Us?Be a part of the positive change happening as TAPPI grows and evolves its annual flagship event.
Article2 min read Sep 23, 2024New International Safety Standard for Wet-laid Nonwoven Machinery Based on Voith Plant Safety Standards and Developed Further with TrützschlerThe groundbreaking ISO 22291 standard represents a milestone achievement for wet-laid nonwoven machinery safety, establishing the first international safety framework for this critical manufacturing sector. Developed through collaboration between Voith, Trützschler, and Austrian Standards, this harmonized standard addresses the unique challenges of hybrid machinery that combines textile and papermaking technologies. For industry veterans, this development exemplifies how standardization leadership drives global best practices, ensuring uniform safety measures across wet-laid nonwoven production facilities worldwide. The standard's recognition by the European Union further validates its comprehensive approach to technical and legal safety requirements.
Article1 min read Sep 19, 2024TAPPI’s Fiberglass Mat Technology Forum is Right Around the CornerDenver, CO is the place to be on October 1-3 for this year’s not-to-miss industry event
Article1 min read Sep 10, 2024Paper Excellence Group Mills Recognized in 2023 Health and Safety RankingsPulp & Paper Canada named four of the company’s Quebec-based mills
Article3 min read May 6, 2024Evolving Practices in SafetyNot all mills have evolved positively or equally. I still find myself in situations where safety efforts are not fully embraced.
Article4 min read Oct 11, 2023When Standard is Anything But...there is a tidal wave of change coming in the corrugated industry as far as safety is concerned... Tom West
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