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Easing the grind of cost reduction: Automotive supplier finds success with new disks for flash removal, deburring

In early 2005 SPX CONTECH decided to evaluate the abrasive disks used in its 22 workcells for aluminum grinding in its Auburn, Ind., facility. By the end of the year the new disks had increased the number of parts processed and exhibited improved life per disk.

Publish date: March 13, 2007

Tech cell: Finishing


Benefits of autodarkening helmets come to light: Personal safety equipment makes a difference in welding efficiency

Autodarkening technology has established a firm place in the welding industry not only as a piece of equipment that provides excellent protection, but also as a means to improve welding performance.

Publish date: January 9, 2007

Tech cell: Safety


New OSHA hexavalent chromium standards: Questions and Answers

Compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] standards requires certain industries, including steel fabrication, to meet specific respiratory protection requirements. This Q and A article identifies affected industries and applications and discusses how to determine exposure and comply.

Publish date: May 8, 2007

Tech cell: Safety


Heading off health hazards: Guidelines for working injury free

Each year more than 700,000 Americans injure their eyes at work equating to more than 2,000 eye injuries each day. About 90 percent of which could have been prevented if proper eye protection were used. Safe work practices, along with properly selected and worn PPE can help reduce many of these potential health hazards and help you to make sure you don't become a statistic.

Publish date: March 1, 2010

Tech cell: Safety