We’re back again for another edition of our Chip Shots column and this one is an exciting one!

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Tests have shown that an increase in temperature of as little as 10° C shortens the lifetime of electrical components by more than 50%. Thermal management is an integral part of electrical maintenance and longevity. Take the necessary steps to protect your equipment from the summer heat.

CBT Sanitation Specialist Larry Hecker is back again for another installment of our Sanitation Tech Tips! You don’t have the time or money to risk contaminating your product with tarnished or broken equipment. Larry gives you the information you need to know on how to protect your plant and your consumers.

CBT has a team of certified Safety Specialists who can complete a comprehensive risk assessment on-site and help you create a safety strategy that works for your business.

The risks run high when employees are exposing themselves to live current electricity daily. Most aren’t aware of the arc flash risks in their plants until it’s too late – when OSHA issues a hefty fine or an employee has seriously injured themselves and damaged equipment. According to the NFPA 70E and OSHA standard, there are six primary responsibilities that facilities must meet to remain in compliance with the electrical codes.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), electrocution is the fifth leading cause of workplace fatalities in the United States with more than 2,000 fatal and more than 24,000 non-fatal electrical injuries reported in the last 10 years. You can take a proactive approach to protecting your employees with the help of CBT’s Glove Safety Program. We have a team of industry-leading Safety Specialists on-site to help you create and implement a glove safety strategy in your plant reducing your risk of non-compliance and your employees risk of arc flash injuries.

Electricity is so closely integrated in the manufacturing industry that many workers are exposed to live currents on a daily basis yet aren’t informed of proper electrical safety procedures. Test you electrical safety knowledge with this quick quiz and recieve a FREE safety kit from CBT!