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Protective Clothing Guidelines from the EPA & OSHA

Protective Clothing Guidelines from the EPA & OSHA

When it comes to keeping people safe, whether it’s on a daily basis in the workplace or essential teams responding to floods, hurricanes, oil spills and contagious infectious disease outbreaks, disposable protective clothing can play a vital role. It’s important to know about some of the...
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Disposing of Disposable Protective Clothing

Disposing of Disposable Protective Clothing

Many thousands of workers wear disposable protective clothing each day. These workers change out for a new set of clothing multiple times a day. What happens to all those disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) garments after they have been used? First, all PPE, including disposable...
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What is Sterility Assurance?

What is Sterility Assurance?

Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) is important in any production operation where there is a threat of contamination that could affect the product (in the case of pharmaceutical manufacturing), the health of a client, customer, or any subsequent user. In the U.S. National Library of Medicine/National...
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MVTR: Why it matters with protective clothing

MVTR: Why it matters with protective clothing

Moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR) is the rate at which water vapor transfers through a given substance. MVTR can be tested and evaluated for everything from clothing to building materials.  High MVTR is desirable in spaces or situations likely to get wet. This is because efficient...
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Compromised PPE? Here's What to Do

Compromised PPE? Here's What to Do

If you’re among the many workers who rely upon personal protective equipment (PPE) and  disposable protective clothing to keep you safe, then the thought of a compromised PPE garment should give you pause. The good news is that there are things you can do to avoid experiencing a compromised PPE...
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5 Tips To Sell More PPE Online

5 Tips To Sell More PPE Online

Globally, the market for PPE is projected to reach over $55.6 billion by 2028. This is largely thought to be due to an increased awareness and emphasis on employee health and safety, along with the drive to make continual advances in technology, fit, and functionality so that PPE achieves...
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Taxation and Online Commerce

Taxation and Online Commerce

A recent ruling from the United States Supreme Court fell in favor of the state of South Dakota, potentially leading to significant impacts on remote online sellers and the customers (in all states) who do business with them.   About South Dakota v Wayfair,...
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Cleanroom Classification / Choosing the Correct Apparel

Cleanroom Classification / Choosing the Correct Apparel

The intent of a cleanroom is to strictly monitor and control the concentration of airborne pollutants—such as microbes, aerosol particles, chemical vapors, and dust—that are present in the air. To accomplish this high degree of regulation, cleanroom equipment typically...
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