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Storm Tank Cleaning System optimizes worker safety.
2013-07-10 14:30:50| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
Designed to eliminate manual tank cleaning with pressure washer, HydroWhirl Storm Blaster can be configured to deliver high-impact cleaning in 80–180° downward spray pattern. Automated system features twin head, 8-nozzle design, resulting in ability to clean storm tanks up to 20 m in diameter with cleaning cycle of under 10 minutes. Four-nozzle variant can clean tanks up to 30 m in diameter with cycle times as low as 15 minutes. This story is related to the following:Cleaning Products and EquipmentSearch for suppliers of: Tank Cleaning Equipment
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Tools Help with Sow Housing, Worker Safety, Environment, Breeding Stock
2013-06-10 18:28:00| National Hog Farmer
Source: National Pork Board At World Pork Expo last week, the Pork Checkoff announced new and improved tools to assist pork producers in evaluating the financial impact of sow housing choices, improving workplace safety, reducing their environmental footprint and identifying problems within breeding stock. Sow Housing Calculator A new Sow Housing Calculator will assist producers in making important decisions about remodeling or other facility or management choices on the farm. read more
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Wisconsin Legislature Passes Waste Worker Safety Bill
2013-05-08 17:25:00| Waste Age
Senate Bill 145, which has the strong backing of the National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA), passed the Senate by a 31-1 vote and the Assembly by a 52-38 vote, according to the state legislature website, and now goes to the governor to be signed into law. read more
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Ratcheting Socket Wrench improves worker efficiency, safety.
2013-04-24 14:30:07| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
Model 8C features 4 sockets that can handle 4 nut sizes commonly found in utility and construction work. While 1 ¼ x 1 1/16 in. hex socket serves tasks such as tightening heavy hex ¾ and 5/8 in. M.J. bolts on clamps and tapping sleeves, 1 1/8 x 15/16 in. hex socket can tighten nuts on standard hex ¾ and 5/8 in. flange bolts and equipment. Ergonomic grip and weight of 2.5 lb reduce fatigue during use, and solid metal sockets firmly grip nuts. For turning power, wrench is rated at 200 lb-ft. This story is related to the following:Torque Wrenches | Ratchet Wrenches |
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Hard Hat enhances worker safety via full brim, UV sensor.
2013-04-15 14:29:12| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
Available in 11 colors, H-800 Series Full Brim Hard Hat provides full-brim protection and features smooth ratchet suspension. Optional 3M™ Uvicator™ Sensor changes color when hard hat is exposed to UV light, alerting wearer when hard hat should be replaced as to avoid issues stemming from UV-induced brittleness. Hard hat can also be customized with company logos. This story is related to the following:Hard Hats