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The Power of Self Knowledge
For those with an entrepreneurial spirit, the idea of opening a business is one that probably sparks great excitement, as it should. Smart potential business owners know that they must learn the industry and have a strong knowledge of scheduling, finances and other detail-oriented tasks. But the brilliant business owner realizes that personality is key…
BETTER THAN A CURE: PREVENTION OF WORKPLACE HEAT ILLNESS
Heat illness affects workers in many different fields, all of which OSHA monitors and provides guidance for in the OSHA Heat Safety Fact Sheet. Unfortunately, heat safety isn’t practiced as consistently as it should be, leading to medical complications and even death. One such case, which included a fatality, recently resulted in a fine of over…
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Continued Growth in the US and Global Fiber Optics Market
The growth of fiber optics in the US and global market place shows no sign of slowing. Telecommunications and data center enterprises are increasingly turning to fiber as the material of choice for cabling due to its superior performance, cost-effectiveness, durable construction, and scalability. As economies around the globe become digitized, fiber optics are leveraged…
What You Need to Know About Fire Ratings
Whether building commercial or residential structures, building code specifies standards for fire ratings that include walk-in coolers and freezers. KPS Global® was an early adopter of safety protocols to provide superior products to our customers. A company’s manufacturing process speaks volumes as to how they do business. The quality control process asserted during manufacturing will…
ARC SPECIALTIES MULTI-POSITIONER ROBOTIC CELLS DELIVER PRODUCTIVITY ENHANCEMENT
In manufacturing, efficiency is paramount. To remain relevant in today’s increasingly competitive business environment, implementing advanced technology and streamlining operational workflows is crucial to success. With customer demands for quality products at lower prices on short timelines, only the most optimized manufacturing systems will be able to deliver. Arc Specialties has taken on this efficiency…
Getting Your Candy From The Oven To The Box with Morgan Bailey of Cablevey Conveyors
Our favorite candy or cereal starts moving long before it reaches our kitchens. They are earning frequent-flyer miles before they even leave the production facility. On today’s podcast, our host spoke with Communications Specialist for Cablevey Conveyors, Morgan Bailey. They discussed the result of exact design on the transport system, how that efficiency can…
OPTIMIZE SYSTEM UPGRADES WITH POWER UPRATE ENGINEERING STUDIES
For decades, utilities have implemented power uprates as a way to generate more electricity from their generating plants. However, since each power system and its associated performance requirements are unique, the power uprate project must be customized to the specific needs of the facility. There is no “one size fits all” approach. A careful inspection…
Listen: Getting Wired, High-Def and Interactive at the Smithsonian with Jason Barak of D3 LED
One interesting characteristic that most historic buildings have in common: not a lot of electrical outlets, generally speaking. That makes introducing modern technology into these spaces, especially ones as revered and iconic as the Smithsonian… a challenge; even then, the electrical requirements are just a small part of the project. On today’s podcast, our…
Technology: The Common Thread in Each of Our Stories with Brannon Bourland of FSG
Focus is a mysterious thing. Most times we either have too much of it or not enough. Being able to balance and adjust focus is becoming mission-critical in most industries, and Facility Solutions Group prides itself on focusing on each client’s “story.” On today’s podcast, our host spoke with the Director of Marketing for…
Tech, Teamwork & Trade: Collaboration in Intelligent Manufacturing with Dan Allford of ARC Specialties
As integrated solutions like automation, robotics, and process development become more and more integrated in the manufacturing industry, we decided to sit down with Dan Allford, President of ARC Specialties, to get some insight on his industry and break down just why “manufacturing became cool again.” “One thing that I see that proves my…
Advanced cash recycling helps you connect with your customers in a whole new way
Use the power of innovative LG CNS LTA-350 technology to increase efficiency, security and cost control in your branch— all while building better relationships with your customers. The most advanced cash recycling solution on the market, the user-friendly LTA-350 can elevate service levels and increase profitability at the same time. Ask for a free demonstration…
WHY QUARTZ IS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOUR HOME’S COUNTERTOPS
QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS ARE ENGINEERED FOR QUALITY Unlike natural stone slabs that are mined, quartz slabs are engineered in a production facility. Ground quartz is mixed with pigments to give it color and then fused with resin binders under intense heat and pressure to form a solid slab. Recycled glass or metallic flecks may also be…
An Old Resource May Unlock the Future of Architecture
Timber has always been a reliable material for builders. Its pliability, buoyancy and strength gives wood a diverse set of uses from home building to travel. For hundreds of years it was the substance of choice among architects and builders alike. As society modernized and stronger yet more flexible materials were more easily accessible, wood…
Wave LED Offers a Full Suite of OEM Services
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) is the lowest quantity of a particular product that a supplier is willing to sell. MOQs often pressure purchasers into buying much more than is needed or into choosing to go without something altogether. While MOQs can be a hindrance to businesses when vast quantities are not required, it’s common practice…
MICRODRONES HEADS DOWN UNDER TO LEARN WHAT’S UP IN THE AUSTRALIAN DRONE MARKET
A DEVELOPING INDUSTRY Microdrones continues to grow and lead the commercial drone industry, building a footprint in Europe, Africa, North America, Latin America and Australia. In March of 2018, Darren Wilkinson joined the team to help grow the Australian market as the Microdrones Sales Manager for the Australia and New Zealand regions. Wilkinson has been…
UAE – A COOL PLACE UNDER SCORCHING SUN THANKS TO POWER BREEZER, NOW EVEN COOLER
All around the globe, a blazing heatwave is occurring even in places where it is normally not very hot, such as Europe, Japan, and Canada, which set its all-time high temperature record in early July. According to the U.N., Sodankyla, Finland hit 89.2°F on July 17, which was a record for that location. The headlines about these sizzling temperatures are…
The Latest Addition to McDonald’s Has Nothing To Do With Its Menu: Why That’s A Good Thing
McDonald’s recently opened a new kind of restaurant in Chicago, and it’s drawing interest for something other than its famous fare. In addition to the standard menu, the corporation is serving up a new concept: sustainability. The new building itself is constructed of steel and wood timber, surrounded by over 70 trees and drought-tolerant plants….
DRONES OVER THE LAND DOWN UNDER: LATEST PROPELLING PODCAST AVAILABLE NOW!
Darren Wilkinson is the Sales Manager for Microdrones in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. On this episode of Propelling, the Microdrones podcast, Elmer Guardado and Mike Dziok take the conversation across the Pacific to speak with Darren about the drone business in his region. Darren discusses drone market trends, his methodology for building…
Token Transition: Change Your Bottom Line
Change is hard, and fear of the unknown is real. But change is also what propels us forward and improves our lives. Innovation is the heartbeat of our culture and impacts everything from education to employment to personal relationships. Tokens Are Working at the Car Wash One small business owner discovered that a small change…
How Can Pres-Flex Help You?
Presco’s Pres-Flex Engineered Film is found in a wide variety of industries across the world. Flexible vinyl is a very versatile material, thus making it a part of our daily lives in more ways than you might know. Vinyl can be formulated to be flame retardant, durable in high UV environments, and remain flexible even…
Conveyor Systems, Assemble! with Kevin Howe of IntelliFinishing
Since the early 1900s, the assembly line has been a vital aspect of manufacturing cars and many other products. In 2018, there’s been a massive evolution from the simple one-way conveyor belt system used to manufacture the Model-T, to a more versatile, complex system created on a product by product basis. Joining us is…
Automation, Robots and the College Campus: A Case Study on the Future of Design
Automation continues to find its way through manufacturing, service, and retail. The construction sector is also seeing a dramatic increase in robotic automation, drone usage, and machine learning to help complete projects, opening up new possibilities for architects and general contractors. In more countries around the world, factory built homes, through the help of robotics,…
Simple Ways to Make your Storage Facility More Competitive
The storage facility business has become increasingly competitive, and facility owners must stand out from the rest to acquire and maintain a thriving customer base. One key factor customers have when choosing a storage facility is security. A 2012 study by Sparefoot showed that 90% of self-storage customers considered security as “very” or “extremely” important….
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