Symbols – Recognize the Meaning?
The language of symbols present in daily life, so omnipresent, we hardly consider them… until. Until you don’t get the message. Put your sweater in…
U.S. Aluminum Production and Uses
“U.S. production of primary aluminum declined 47% in 2016 to the lowest level since 1951. During the year, three primary smelters were shut down. High…
Fame and Glory – Enter University Student Competition
Register to participate in a competition that will bring together university teams in a simulation to develop a visual, text-free, or minimal-text international standard. Prizes will be awarded…
Playground Safety European Norms
International standards address the safe design and testing of playground equipment, fences, and playground surfaces. For the European Union, a range of related standards or…
ASTM Playground Standards
Playground surfaces and equipment are the subject of a number of ASTM standards which are listed here and summarized briefly for reference. The U.S. Centers for…
Revisions to ANSI/ISEA 105 American National Standard for Hand Protection Classification
ANSI/ISEA 105-2016 American National Standard for Hand Protection Classification has been revised. It offers practical advice on glove and hand protection selection. OSHA CFR 29…
Outline of Changes to ISO 13485:2016 Compared with the Previous Edition ISO 13485:2003
ISO 13485:2016 incorporates significant changes to quality management systems requirements for medical devices. The most significant changes pertain to added requirements: • document management• management review•…
U.S. Exports and Imports – 2015 v. 2014
U.S. exports of goods was $115.6 billion in 2015 compared to $1,504.9 billion in 2014. U.S. imports of goods decreased $106.6 billion in 2015 to…
Western Union Sends Last Telegram – 10th Anniversary
Western Union sent its last telegram January 27, 2006. In its day, a telegram was faster than Pony Express and cheaper than long distance telephone….