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8 ways to reduce noise pollution in construction sites - eliminate noise, add barriers, use sound absorbing materials, etc.

Reducing the Effects of Noise Pollution from Construction

June 30, 2021January 28, 2022Guest Contributor

Although construction sites are notoriously noisy, the issue of noise pollution from construction is often overlooked. This insidious threat can have damaging effects not only […]

CNC machining slicing through metal with a laser with standard tooling parts.

The Role of Standardization in Machining

April 20, 2021January 17, 2023Guest Contributor

Standardization is critical to every industry, and those who work in machining understand its important role. From automotive to aerospace to medical and oil, machining […]

Workers in blue PPE removing asbestos on a dilapidated roof during abatement process.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standards and Safety Tips For Handling Asbestos

April 13, 2021January 17, 2023Guest Contributor

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is vital to those who specialize in the maintenance or removal of toxins like asbestos. When asbestos resides in dilapidated or […]

Using AI to drive the idea innovation management standard, ISO 56007, toward progress, via a lightbulb.

Using AI to Help Write an Innovation Standard (ISO 56007 Development, Part 2)

February 5, 2021February 5, 2021Guest Contributor

Can you use AI to help write an innovation standard? If you are trying to be innovative, can you leverage advanced artificial intelligence to help […]

Man checking out his warehouse safety checklist to make sure his workplace is safe from hazards.

Your Warehouse Safety Checklist

September 29, 2020January 28, 2022Guest Contributor

Warehouses are big places, and they are full of hazards. But, as a prudent business owner or executive, it is your responsibility to ensure a […]

Scientist wearing protective clothing and wiping down biosafety cabinet, struggling with common lab decontamination.

Common Lab Decontamination Scenarios & Challenges

August 25, 2020January 28, 2022Guest Contributor

When it comes to managing and maintaining the integrity of a laboratory, compliance in all aspects of decontamination can be daunting. Not only is regulatory […]

Lightbulb above the ISO 56007 working group as they develop the international standard for innovation management.

Can Innovation Be Standardized? (ISO 56007 Development, Part 1)

August 18, 2020August 18, 2020Guest Contributor

The 56007 working group for the ISO standard on innovation idea management is dealing with three questions. How do you standardize innovation idea management? What […]

Yellow asbestos warning on broken pipe than cannot be ignored when properly removing and disposing during construction.

Asbestos: How to Properly Remove And Dispose During Construction

June 29, 2020January 28, 2022Guest Contributor

Many construction projects today involve updating existing buildings and homes, or demolition to make room for new infrastructure. Unfortunately, from the 1920s to 1980s, many […]

Green technology graphic representing the circular economy and how it develops sustainable solutions

Why The Circular Economy Is Important To Develop Sustainable Solutions

May 26, 2020January 28, 2022Guest Contributor

What is the Circular Economy? Have you ever wondered how the current standard of living is the best it has ever been? Unfortunately, the rate […]

Titanium vs. Steel & Aluminum

March 4, 2020January 28, 2022Guest Contributor

Construction engineers and safety inspectors can see the same building from different perspectives. An engineer or architect may eyeball the individual elements and consider the […]