The Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) is changing product labels on chemical agents. Manufacturers, companies, silviculture contractors, wood preservative and finishing products users and training providers should be aware that…
The International Social Security Association (ISSA) selected Altendorf’s Hand Guard system as the 2023 Safe Machines Award winner. It is the cherry on top of several innovation and safety awards and accolades for the system.…
Scientists at the University of British Columbia (UBC) BioProducts Institute found that if you add tannins to a layer of wood dust, you can create a filter that traps virtually all microplastic particles in water.…
Vivien McMenimen, a woman, a trail-blazing leader, and mentor, is the CEO of Mondi South Africa. Viv’s authentic and perceptive leadership style, enhanced by experience and insight, makes her a role model to many. Viv…
The topic of the seventh episode of the Sawmilling South Africa (SSA) Talking Timber seminar series was Detailing for Mass Timber Buildings. Samantha Choles of Frog Communications organised the event for SSA. Dr Schalk Grobbelaar…
Dieffenbacher‘s digital platform Evoris is a pillar of Cebro. Cebro is a holistic smart plant concept using artificial intelligence (AI) analysis of live data. Evoris is based on standardised interfaces that collect and process sensor…
Fletcher Building has ordered a complete Dieffenbacher Cebro plant for its Laminex site in Taupo on North Island, New Zealand. The order includes the German machine and plant manufacturer’s new Belt Dryer to produce Fine…
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) commissioned IPSOS to conduct one of the world’s most extensive consumer studies, surveying 26,800 consumers across 33 countries. The FSC survey provides new insights into consumers’ concerns, who they trust,…
The Durban Chemicals Cluster (DCC) Accelerator invites SMEs in the chemical sector to apply to join the programme by 30 September 2023. It provides access to the funder, eThekwini Municipality, and participating SMEs could unlock…
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