The US state of Oregon has approved two Permanent Administrative Orders amending ‘Toxic-Free Kids Act’. Among other things, the revisions add five substances to the HPCCCH list.
China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has updated it product standard for handbags and knapsacks. The new standard came into effect on September 1, 2018.
QBOX-300S Series is positioned as an entry-level platform suitable for a variety of IoT edge computing, automation and infotainment applications, such as manufacturing process control, factory automation, machine automation, Kiosk, self-service, ATM and vending machine.
The WTO has circulated a proposal by South Korea to amend its food contact standards. The changes would include a ban on the use of three phthalates in food contact products for infants and young children.
California’s Governor has approved measures to regulate flame retardants in three categories of consumer products. The restrictions will come into effect on January 1, 2020.
In November 2018, SGS will present, in combination with NATRUE’s Director General, Dr. Mark Smith, a seminar on NATRUE certification at Cosmoprof Asia 2018. Ahead of that, SGS experts consider this certification standard for natural and organic cosmetic products.
Changing market requirements mean inspection protocols for manual tests that were previously suitable, are now obsolete. SGS has a range of services to help manufacturers create inspection protocols that meet current market demands.
The US Government has introduced measures to make businesses culpable for the welfare of workers along the entire supply chain. With forced labor and forced child labor still a major problem around the world, SGS provides services to help businesses protect themselves.
The introduction of the EU’s new Medical Device Regulation began a three-year transition period that expires on May 26, 2020. Manufacturers need to be sure they understand the requirements of the new regulation to ensure continued compliance.
SGS expert, Dr Hing Wo Tsang, gives an overview of international regulations affecting the use of BPA in food contact materials to help manufacturers correctly access their target markets.
SGS has introduced its enhanced battery testing solution – BATAS – into its Chinese laboratories to provide manufacturers with an automated, safe, effective and efficient testing service.
Korenix JetNet 7020G is a layer 3 routing switch that has high port numbers with 16 ports Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 and 4 ports Gigabit with RJ-45 or SFP combo design. The high port number allows you to customize your switch to meet the specific needs of your network, no matter which industry you’re in.
In line with its ‘Growing Together’ theme, Napco National will emphasize partnering for sustainable packaging development with food and beverage manufacturers at Gulfood Manufacturing 2018.
Learning and development of staff is an essential part of operating a successful business and at Presspahn this has become a core feature of our ethos.
ProAmpac's novel four-sided, tetrahedron-shaped E-Z SnackPak™ pouch in partnership with PepsiCo Mexico Foods for the Doritos® IcognitaTM brand has won two industry awards. Replacing pillow pouches, this unique tetrahedron format is changing the shape of flexible packaging.
The European Union is introducing restrictions and prohibitions on the use of extracts and oils from various members of the flower genus Tagetes. Compliance with the new rules for cosmetic products begins in 2019.
San Francisco has published Regulations SFE-18-01-FR to help businesses comply with the requirements of its new flame retardant ordinance covering upholstered furniture and juvenile products.
TaraSafe, The largest manufacturer of Flame Resistant Clothing from India, today announced its participation in NSC Expo 2018, one of the world’s largest safety events in North America. This three-day event will be held on October 22-24, 2018, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.
New from NewAge Industries’ Food and Beverage division is an educational brochure written to help brewers of beer with tubing and hose selection. Topics include temperature resistance, flexibility, quality, reuse, and solutions for beer spoilers and off-taste. The tips aim to avoid a bad-tasting batch and assist brewers with producing great beer.