Why develop and SQF compliant system? The SQF (Safe Quality Food) Institute is recognized by GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) which gives companies the recognition they need to supply products to leading manufacturers and retailers worldwide. More and more food processors and food packaging manufacturers recognize the importance of becoming SQF certified to meet customer… Read more

piLIFT® SMART, a genuine breakthrough in vacuum lifting. Smarter, more energy-efficient, quieter, ergonomic by design, and utilizing the same principles of physics as all vacuum lifters, Piab’s piLIFT® SMART represents a paradigm shift as the market’s first Industry 4.0 ready vacuum lifter. piLIFT® SMART takes ergonomic vacuum lifting to a new and higher level, essential… Read more

The new generation of modern consumer protection laws are becoming more comprehensive and all inclusive. As a result, the manufacturing industry is shifting safety and quality control focus from reactive damage control measures to proactive quality control implementations. It is widely recognized that most of these quality related issues arise due to faulty product or… Read more

It can feel like a bad “case of the Mondays” all week, every week if the work environment just doesn’t work for employees. We have all experienced days that feel like we are pulled in different directions and can’t focus to get anything done. From cramped desks, to awkwardly positioned desk heights, the work environment can… Read more

Automation is a word still feared by many employees – but it shouldn’t be. Industrial automation technology decreases hard labor and improves safety while increasing productivity by as much as 2% annually. At Brenner-Fielder, we work with you to ensure you understand all of the things that automation can accomplish. Our highly trained staff partners… Read more

The Facts Cylinders vs. Generators Cylinders 1. A standard laboratory cylinder contains between 8000L and 9000L of compressed gas. 2. Unsafe Pressures used are often in excess of 250 bar (3600 psi). 3. Regular cylinders when full can weigh between 143.3 lb – 209.44 lb. 4. Specific pricey regulators are required for different gases. 5.… Read more

You’re redesigning a piece of machinery or implementing a new manufacturing line, and you need to select a programmable safety control system to monitor all of your safeguarding devices. There are a lot of options out there, so how do you choose?   Here are the top ten things to consider when reviewing your options: 1.Number of… Read more

It can feel like a bad “case of the Mondays” all week, every week if the work environment just doesn’t work for employees. We have all experienced days that feel like we are pulled in different directions and can’t focus to get anything done. From cramped desks, to awkwardly positioned desk heights, the work environment can… Read more