In the fast-paced world of Dangerous Goods (DG) compliance, selecting the proper shipping label is essential. Without the right labels, DG shipments will be rejected by regulatory authorities and carriers, creating harmful supply chain delays. However, finding the proper label isn’t always quick or easy. In fact, with numerous label options across nine hazmat classes,…
DG professionals: Your expertise is needed for the 9th Annual DG Confidence Outlook
Digitalization, sustainability and innovation are transforming the supply chain. But how exactly are those trends shaking up Dangerous Goods (DG) management? And, what industry learnings can help you at your organization every day? DG professionals: it’s your time to shine. We need your input for the 9th annual Global DG Confidence Outlook. What is the…
How hazmat shipping automation helps you find hidden demand (and revenue).
Can automating your operation with hazmat shipping software really help you increase your revenue? The simple answer is “Yes.” Advanced software such as our Dangerous Goods Information System (aka DGIS) can give you the speed and efficiency to execute more hazmat shipments every day. And more shipments equals more revenue, right? Sure, we know it’s…
Want more large-format lithium battery packaging options? We’ve got good news.
Large-format lithium batteries power our world—from electric vehicles and energy storage systems to industrial robots and even aircraft. But with great power comes great responsibility, especially when it comes to safe and compliant transportation. That’s why Labelmaster’s DGeo packaging division has partnered with Action Wood 360 to offer easy-to-use collapsible wooden crates for large-format battery…
With the growing proliferation of lithium batteries, here’s how we’ve got safe shipping covered
Lithium batteries power our lives—from smartphones and power tools to hoverboards and e-bikes. But their potential fire risk is so significant that airlines don’t even allow them in checked bags. The lithium battery chain is now expected to grow by more than 30 percent annually for the remainder of the decade, with a market size…
Faster than coffee: Automating hazmat shipping with DGIS software
Why do so many people love single-serve coffee makers? Because they make a complex process simple and fast. That’s also why many hazmat organizations use advanced automation software. Dangerous Goods transport is one of the most complex processes in modern industry. Automation solutions that make hazmat shipping simpler and faster are essential for keeping your…
What customers are saying about Labelmaster’s new line of CurTec shipping products
Recently, Labelmaster announced the addition of CurTec high-performance plastic containers, drums and pails to our already robust packaging offering—allowing us to provide the industry’s broadest assortment of UN-certified primary containers. For Dangerous Goods (DG) pros, the lineup may be the right packaging solution to fit their needs for safe and compliant shipping. Here’s what we’ve…
4 ways non-essential hazmat training can boost your career.
Regulations mandate that hazmat employees—i.e., people who directly handle or supervise shipments of Dangerous Goods—be trained to perform their specific functions. To comply with these regulations, you may already participate in training sessions, or be taking one or more online hazmat training courses. That training is mandatory. But what about hazmat training that isn’t mandatory?…
Why lithium battery shippers must examine insurance costs and coverage
Shipping lithium batteries or battery-powered devices is an ongoing challenge. From the everyday batteries that power laptops and games to the larger batteries that power eBikes to the massive ones that power electric vehicles, complying with evolving regulations takes expertise and dedication. But regulatory compliance isn’t the only challenge. What about insurance? In recent years,…
A Simple Guide to 2023/24 Dangerous Goods Regulatory Books
The simple guide to 2023/24 Dangerous Goods regulatory books Don’t look now, but it’s almost winter, and it will be 2024 before you know it. That means new Dangerous Goods regulations will soon be coming into force—and you’ll need new regulatory publications to keep track of them. Of course, sometimes it’s hard just keeping track…