The European Chemical Agency has instigated a public consultation on six potential Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC), including Bisphenol A. Interested parties have until October 21, 2016, to submit comments.
Canada has published a number of modifications to regulations governed by the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act. The new regulations came into effect in June 2016.
The EU has confirmed it will significantly lower the migration limits for lead in all three toy categories. The new regulations are expected to come into effect in Q3 2018.
Functional Safety is a top priority for all manufacturers that are embedding software in their final product,"stated Chad Kymal, Chief Technology Officer, for Omnex. "After several years of research & development, Omnex has started to show functional safety business processes and software prototypes to the marketplace.
Effective June 22, 2016, Canada has replaced Phthalates Regulations SOR/2010-298 with SOR/2016-188. The new regulations contain minor editorial changes and are technically unchanged.
NewAge manufactures plastic tubing and rubber hose but the company also supplies a variety of fittings and clamps. In this white paper, the types of fittings it offers are compared using text, images and a reference chart. The report notes facts such as each fitting's performance features, typical applications, materials and installation requirements. Clamps are reviewed as well.
US CPSC has issued an NPR for the exemption of polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), high impact polystyrene (HIPS), and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) from third party testing for regulated phthalates content.
Air Hydro Power of Louisville, KY has acquired Total Hose of Decatur and Huntsville, AL. With the addition of Air Hydro Power's product lines, Total Hose will have complete Automation, Hydraulic, Pneumatic and Hose and Fitting offerings. Air Hydro Power currently has locations in Birmingham and Montgomery, AL, seven locations in KY and one location in Southern IN.
Ocean Craft Marine is pleased to announce thedevelopment, testing and delivery of another OCM industry first; A 9.8 meter Rigid Hull Inflatable Amphibious boat. Thisnew model Amphibious RHIB is no longer a prototype and has now entered full-production.
The US Department for Energy has issued the final rule for energy conservation regulations relating to battery charger efficiency. Stakeholders need to ensure compliance by June 13, 2018.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People's Republic of China has implemented a new Industrial Standard, QB/T 1002-2015, for leather shoes. The new standard was implemented on March 1, 2016.
Following the success of the ASIS Amphibious RIBs 7.1 and 6.1m, and in response to popular demand; ASIS just developed, tested and delivered its biggest amphibious RIB ever manufactured yet; A 9.8 meter Black Rigid Inflatable Amphibious boat.
San Francisco recently became the first US city to set a comprehensive ban on the use of polystyrene foam in consumer products. The Californian city has also set mandatory standards for compostable and biodegradable plastics.
Updating toy safety standards, on June 30, 2016 Joint Standard Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee CS-018, published AS/NZS 8124.1:2016 and AS/NZS 8124.2:2016. These replace AS/NZS ISO 8124.1:2013 and AS/NZS ISO 8124.2:2009 respectively.
The EU has published ATP-9, the 9th adaptation to technical and scientific progress to the CLP Regulation, containing important changes to Table 3.1 of Part 3 of Annex VI.
Ampac, a division of ProAmpac, has won an AmeriStar award for the Duke's Mayonnaise 8 oz. Pouch, a shaped, reclosable stand up pouch new to the mayonnaise and condiment aisle utilizing clear, barrier lamination for product protection. Ampac was also recognized for its E-Z SnackPakTM win in the WorldStar Awards Competition.
Following a period of public consultation, the European Commission has published plans to restrict CMRs in textile articles and clothing. These restrictions will be implemented in two phases.
At 60 years old, Vardex reinforced PVC hose is one of NewAge Industries' mainstays. Its decades of reliability, durability, crush resistance, and kink resistance have enabled it to endure the demands of fluid and air transfer in industries such as food and beverage, OEM and chemical. Vardex continues to be a versatile hose that provides full vacuum capabilities, flexibility and light weight.
Japan has introduced new regulations regarding polyethylene naphthalate (PEN) use in food contact materials and articles. The new law takes effect on December 6, 2016.
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