Noise in the Workplace: How Much is it Costing You?

Between 9 and 12 million workers in the United States are exposed to potentially hazardous noise levels. Although hearing loss caused by the continuous exposure detect, it severely diminishes the quality of life and leads to significant workers' compensation claims. The help companies avoid fines for noncompliance with standards issured b..

National Institute for occupational Safety and Health Occupational Fiber Exposures and Lung Disease Research Strategy. Version 7.4. National

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Helath (NIOSH) defined research needs and research strategies for the identification and prevention of lung diseses caused by fibers, including asbestos. The research needs included fiber characterization, fiber analysis, the investigastion of biological activity and the mechanisms of dis..

ES&&T Environmental Buyers' Guide Edition 1995.

The 1995 edition of the Envronmental Buyers' Guide lists equipment, supplies, and services for environmental research, analysis, and remediation. The contents include a guide to chemicals; environmental, consulting, and training services; field eqipment and supplies; health and safety supplies; laboratory/general equpment and supplies; pu..

The Show of the Year.

Textile World's Show-In-Print show includes four halls with descriptions of productsw from leading worldwide suppliers. Hall A is dedicated to Yarn Manufacturing, Hall B to Fabric Manufacturing, Hall C to Dyeing and Finishing, and Hall D to supplies and serivices. Hall A includes information on Amsler-IRO's fancy yarn devices, Barkag's AF..

CITME '94: Preview 2.

A review of the exhibits ar CITME 1994 describes textile machinery and equipment from over 50 companies. CITME represents every sector of the industry, including such auxiliary equipment as testing lines, transport systems, and cleaning systems. Among the companies exhibiting are Bonas, Parex-Mather, Lindauer Dornier, Zellweger Uster, Sul..

QR [Quick Response}, EDI [Electronic Data Interchange] and Tomorrow's Technology.

Since its inception in 1984, QR technology has changed and grown significantly, driven by consumer demand for new products and assisted by advances in computer technology. In particular, the rapidly improving ability of computers to analyze data has facilitated QR technology. For industries to take full advantage of QR technology, standar..

Leaf Curl Virus in Pakistan.

The leaf curl virus is a leading cause of reduced cotton yeidls in pakistan, especilly in the Punjab region. Whiteflkes are responsible for spreading the vrus. common symptoms, such as severe vein thickening and leaf curling, interfere with photosynthesis and result in poor plant growth and the shedding of buds, floweres, and small bolls...

1994/95 World Cotton Production Estimates 9.7 Million Bales Greater Then 19993/94

World cotton production in 1994-1995 will be 85.8 million bales, 9.7 million bales more than in 1993-1994. The production forecast in creeased by 1.2 million bales for the United States, reflecting increased yields and a greater area under cultivation. The production forecast for China was increased by 500,000 bales due to increased are u..

Irish Linen: From Boom to Basics.

The Irish Linen Guild represents all sectors of the linen industry in Ireland, from spinning to finishing. The objective of the guild is to assist the industry in maintaining high quality and achieving international competitiveness. The guild has registered its logo as a trademark for use by its members. Reseasrch and development focuses ..

Recycling and Composting Equipment Directory.

An annual guide to 435 manufacturers of equipment for recycling, compost collection, and municipal waste procssing provides an alphabetical list of companies, including addresses, tepephone and fax numbers, and contact personnel, as well as brief descriptions of company sevies. The alphabetical directory is followed by a classification of..