Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) today reported fiscal 2016 fourth quarter sales of US$1,538.6 million, down 4.3 per cent from US$1,607.5 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2015. Organic sales decreased 4.0 per cent, acquisitions contributed 0.4 per cent, and currency translation reduced sales by 0.7 per cent.
SGS has published a white paper to help electrical and electronic products manufacturers navigate the complex regulatory landscape associated with cleaning products and appliances.
The EPA has issued its final rule regarding formaldehyde emissions standards. The new rule allows CARB approved TPC bodies to provide certification for a period of two years without further approval.
Amendments to California Proposition 65 warning label requirements mean stakeholders should now check compliance before they come into effect on August 30, 2018.
ASTM International has published a safety standard for liquid laundry packets, detailing labeling, warning statements, specifications and testing methods.
The European Union is proposing an expansion to the Annex XIV 'Authorization List' of SVHCs under REACH. It is expected the draft proposal will be adopted in May 2017.
Ampac has engineered an improved anti-fog technology for film used in fresh produce packaging. Ampac has been a long time supplier of surface printed anti-fog OPP film with controlled perforation for vegetables.
Falcon Global Acquisitions will be seeking additional acquisitions in the manufacturing sector of companies that may need restructuring to bring them to profitability.
Greencoat®'s new double-wall, coated, wax-free cabbage boxes for growers and packers offer farmers a strong, and cost effective solution to their packaging needs. Find Interstate Container in Booth #3285 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL from October 15-16.
The US CPSC has issued a draft notice of proposed rulemaking for baby changing products. If the proposal is adopted, it will amend 16 CFR part 1112 to include 16 CFR part 1236 in the list of notice of requirements.
Press Release Announcing PowerVolt Group's Acquisition of Indiana Transformer and providing details on transformers that are manufactured by PowerVolt Group along with discussing additional industries that PowerVolt Group can assist.
Ampac, a division of ProAmpac, the world's leader in creative packaging solutions, announces an improved MRE pouch innovation for the International Space Station.
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.