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16 Sep 2026

Microbiology Beyond the Laboratory: How Microorganisms Influence Corrosion

Four Key Lessons from EUROMIC’s MIC & Marine Corrosion Industry Training.

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16 Sep 2026

Plug-in Solar is Arriving in North America

What Manufacturers Should Know About UL 3700

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15 Sep 2026

Protecting Critical National Infrastructure in a Connected World

What Recent Airport Incidents Reveal about Cyber Resilience

Heat Detector in an industrial setting
14 Sep 2026

Why Independent Testing of In-Service Heat Detectors Is a Critical Life Safety Priority

The Importance of Periodic Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Under NFPA 72

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14 Sep 2026

Understanding the IEC 61508 Functional Safety Lifecycle – Part 4

Verification, Validation, and the Evidence Problem

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12 Sep 2026

NASFM 2026: The Fire Safety Trends Shaping the Industry

The Future of Fire Safety is Proactive

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11 Sep 2026

Machinery Safety: Common Export Mistakes We See when Shipping Machinery from the U.S. to Europe

Practical Lessons Learned from Helping Manufacturers Navigate both North American and European Machinery Requirements

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11 Sep 2026

Beyond Compliance: Rethinking the IEC 60601-1 Risk Management File for Modern Medical Devices

Strategies for Reducing Findings, Delays, and Certification Risk as Medical Devices Grow More Complex

AI digital omnibus and EU Machinery Regulation
10 Sep 2026

One regulation, not two: what the EU AI Act Omnibus means for machinery manufacturers

What the EU AI Act Omnibus Means for Machinery Manufacturers

Carbon Monoxide Detector on Wall - Safety and Prevention
10 Sep 2026

Low-Level Carbon Monoxide Alarms: Advancing Early Detection and Life Safety

Prolonged Low-level Exposure is Driving Attention in more Sensitive Detection Solutions

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09 Sep 2026

Understanding ASTM F739: Permeation Testing for Protective Clothing Materials

A Closer Look at one of the Most Widely Used Standards for PPE

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09 Sep 2026

Understanding the IEC 61508 Functional Safety Lifecycle – Part 3

Safety Requirements and System Design

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09 Sep 2026

What Regulatory Strategies Should Companies Consider if FDA Finalizes Mandatory GRAS Notifications?

Explore regulatory pathways for navigating proposed FDA GRAS requirements.

A clean and organized electric room features rows of specialized control panels and protection relay cabinets in an electrical substation.
07 Sep 2026

UL 121201 vs. UL 698A: Which Standard Applies to Your Industrial Control Panel?

How Understanding the Distinction Between the Two Standards Helps Determine Which Should be Applied

Test engineer evaluating a medical electrical device using safety analysis equipment in a modern laboratory.
07 Sep 2026

Lessons from the Test Lab: What We See During IEC 60601-1 Evaluations and How to Avoid Common Findings

Practical Design Strategies for Reducing Findings, Delays, and Certification Risk