Latest TVOC 2 incorporates well proven MiniPID 2 sensor technology for continuous detection of total volatile organic compounds
Further strengthening its position at the forefront of gas detection instrumentation for global occupational health and environmental monitoring applications, Ion Science has redesigned its TVOC fixed photoionisation detector (PID). (Read More)
BEKA associates have published a new catalogue which contains data sheets and background information for their extensive range of hazardous and safe area display products.
The 332 page catalogue introduces stainless steel loop powered indicators, plus field and panel mounting tachometers, totalisers, counters and timers.
Unite, the UK’s construction union, has warned that new figures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) of a rise in construction injuries and a fall in prosecutions is a ‘dangerous cocktail’ and undermines recent improvements in safety. (Read More)
Platform enables safety-oriented product development with focus on secure communications
HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH, world's leading independent provider of smart safety solutions for the industrial sector, is presenting the HICore Embedded Solutions platform at sps 2019 (November 26-28, 2019) in Nuremberg at Stand 267 in Hall 6. This integral platform is precertified by TÜV and supports the development of safety-oriented products with secure communications.
Cortem Gulf, the sister company of Cortem Group placed in Dubai, achieved two important milestones: it has recently moved to a new and bigger factory location in Jebel Ali Free-Zone and it has completed the ICV certification.
The new location covers an area of 2.000 m2 with sales, administrative and engineering offices, assembling, stock and FAT area.
Furthermore, Cortem Gulf joined the ADNOC In-Country Value program and obtained the local certification in 2019. “We are proud to announce this important achievement – says Mrs Marianna Saragaglia, Managing Director of Cortem Gulf - This portrays Cortem Gulf’s significant presence in the UAE market, strong ties with local and foreign businesses, sound investment plans in UAE, local talent, presence in business and future growth scope in the UAE market”.
Aaron Priestley brings extensive sales and client relationship management experience to newly created role
In line with an ambitious growth strategy, Bedford-based Svantek UK – leading manufacturer of advanced noise and vibration instrumentation for environmental and health & safety analysis and monitoring applications – has divided its sales team into two distinct territories with the appointment of Aaron Priestley as its Applications Engineer for the North.
Health and Safety Executive statistics show that falls from height remain the leading cause of workplace fatalities and have been for a number of years. Tragically, the HSE has previously suggested that all falls from height can be prevented. Stuart Pierpoint, UK Sales Manager at HCL Safety, explains why professional inspection and certification can help do just that.
Slips, trips and falls are often seen as a common sense issue, if they’re thought about at all. Pay attention, don’t be stupid, look where you’re going - in other words, keep your wits about you, and you should be smart enough to avoid any danger. What few realise is the extent to which slips, trips and falls forego logic, and make a mockery of common sense solutions. (Read More)
Simon Ash, UK Sales Manager at HAIX explores the history of safety shoes and how protective footwear has evolved.
Then vs. now
The history of safety boots can be traced back to the 20th century. Before this time it was was cheaper and faster to replace the injured workers than to introduce safety measures or provide personal protective equipment (PPE). It was the introduction of liability insurance costs that made larger corporations (Read More)
Hi-line Industries, a leading UK supplier to the compressed air sector, has welcomed three new employees to its ranks. Reflecting the company’s ongoing success and growth, Stephen Martin joins as Sales Director, Matt Johnson takes up the title of Project Engineer while Brad Beesley arrives as Internal Sales Co-ordinator. (Read More)
