Howard Z. Skolnik and W. Dean Ricker—chairman and president, respectively, of Skolnik Industries—will lead a workshop on “Authoring Closure Instructions” during the 13th annual Dangerous Goods Symposium, September 5–7, 2018, in Rosemont, Illinois. “The 49 CFR says every package with a UN certification must have closure instructions to give shippers a way to complete a…
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Dangerous Goods Symposium 2018 workshop: “Authoring Closure Instructions”
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Begin Using those New EPA 5-Part Hazardous Waste Manifests on June 30th!
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Hazmat software integration clicks at SAPPHIRE NOW conference
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How will blockchain impact hazmat? Transparency 18 offered exciting clues.
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Avengers vs. Solo: A movie review for hazmat professionals
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DG Digest: PHMSA and the FRA add to Thermal Protection Systems list, last updated in 1994
Mid-June finds summer warmth coming in, and the last two weeks found a variety of interesting regulatory news coming to the forefront. Summertime usually means vacation time at many companies; make sure your company’s planning accounts for potential reduced staffing and the distractions that sometimes can affect people about to take time off. Safety and…
Begin Using those New EPA 5-Part Hazardous Waste Manifests on June 30th!
If you or your company generate or handle hazardous waste, you should be aware by now that the EPA will launch their new e-Manifest system on June 30, 2018 (only 15 days away!). The e-Manifest system is a national system to track hazardous waste electronically, and will eventually completely replace paper manifests. For at least…
Hazmat software integration clicks at SAPPHIRE NOW conference
Last week, Labelmaster Senior Manager of Strategy Kristen Dapore attended the SAPPHIRE NOW conference in Orlando. Manning a booth with our integration partner SCT Software, she came away with one undeniable fact: Businesses want one solution that brings everything together for their entire operation. That’s why SAP®—the host of the conference—is the giant it is.…
How will blockchain impact hazmat? Transparency 18 offered exciting clues.
Last month I had the pleasure of attending the Transparency 18 Summit in Atlanta. FreightWaves, the event’s host, offered an unparalleled opportunity to learn what’s new and emerging related to technology and supply chain. Based on my experience there, I’m convinced the future of the logistics industry is as exciting as ever. Since FreightWaves is…
See Pia Jala’s insights on lithium battery packaging in HCB Monthly
Labelmaster Vice President of Operations Pia Jala is one of the Dangerous Goods industry’s most experienced voices. In the latest issue of HCB Monthly, she examines the impact across the supply chain of Obexion advanced lithium battery packaging: “What if the supply chain industry turned its attention beyond the labels placed on the outside of…
DG Digest: PHMSA weighs in on class 9 non-bulk requirements, tape width on spec packages, and further international harmonization
The summer season kicks off with a slightly elevated level of regulatory action, including interesting interpretations from PHMSA. Meanwhile, it’s time to start planning for the warm season at your company. Are you ready with a plan to mitigate the risk of heat related illness for your employees? Proactive is far better than reactive for…
Avengers vs. Solo: A movie review for hazmat professionals
So far, it’s been a great summer season at the movies for Dangerous Goods professionals. Two blockbuster movies about hazardous materials transport have already blasted their way into your local multiplex. We’re talking, of course, about Avengers: Infinity War and Solo: A Star Wars Story. Now, to the layperson, Avengers may appear to be a…
DG Digest: PHMSA to solicit input on improvements to 2020 ERG
Monday marked Memorial Day, 2018. The Labelmaster family joins with the rest of our nation in expressing our gratitude to those who have fallen in the service of our nation. Their sacrifice is everlasting. The week wraps up with the following regulatory news: OSHA The agency issued a renewed ICR dealing with permit required confined…
A hazmat pro’s graduation message for the Class of 2018
For the 51st consecutive year, no one from Labelmaster was asked to speak at a college or university graduation. And that’s too bad, because we feel we have important messages to share with the leaders of tomorrow. Here’s the speech we might have delivered. Congratulations, graduates! I’m sure many of you are wondering why (name…
