One of the biggest reasons manufacturers are hesitating to hop on board with the Internet of Things (IoT) is data security. When every device, network, application, and machine is connected many risks arise and your important data becomes vulnerable. When every device, network, and machine are connected you may face industrial sabotage, loss of intellectual property, and data breach. However, when every aspect of your application is connected, the benefits are innumerable. 

The ongoing development of global safety standards and technologies has made manufacturing safety a powerful tool to optimize your production environment. The implementation of these standards and technologies not only help to reduce injuries, but they also provide major improvements in manufacturing productivity and efficiency, including the morale of employees and your customers. The continual need to determine the current risk level of one machine or an entire plant floor is a huge task, leaving many companies wondering where to begin. 

National Safety Month brings to light many issues in the manufacturing industry that often go unseen until it’s too late. Maintaining a safe workplace environment has benefits beyond productivity uptime and minimizing worker injury. CBT and MB Kit System work together to design customer safety solutions using item International’s high quality components, protecting machine users from harm and businesses from risk.

Allen-Bradley® Guardmaster® Safety Relays from Rockwell Automation check and monitor a safety system and either allow the machine to start or execute commands to stop the machine or control safety-related functions. Single-function safety relays are the most economical solution for smaller machines where a dedicated logic device is needed to complete the safety function. Modular and configurable safety relays are preferred where a large and diverse number of safeguarding devices and minimal zone control are required.

In 2012, OSHA Adopted the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of classification labeling of chemicals into its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS 2012). June 1, 2016 marked the end of the three-year transition period and all employers must be complaint with the regulations.  This standard aims to keep your employees safe by making it easy for workers to identify potentially hazardous chemicals and the risks associated with those chemicals. 

The motor nameplate houses essential information and data necessary for properly maintaining and operating the motor. NEMA has standardized the information the nameplates must show. 

June 1st marked the beginning of National Safety Month.  The National Safety Council, an American National Standards Institute (ANSI), has sponsored this event to help save lives and reduce injury in all aspects of life, including the workplace.  It is the perfect time to ensure your business is compliant with all OSHA regulations, and to reduce hazardous risks.  

The Cincinnati Enquirer has named CBT Company a top 5 winner of the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Area 2016 Top Workplaces award!