Setting the satnav to the right destination
Digitalisation is a journey and the starting point, a carefully planned digital roadmap. ABB Energy Industries global head of technology for chemical and refining points HELEN COMPSON in the right direction.
Responsible for developing the...
Ensuring resilient operations with accredited asset protection
From predictive operations to climate change, the right choice of physical security can help address multiple issues and challenges for sites that process, handle and store chemicals.
The state-of-the-art high security door, enclosure and access...
Your guide to in vitro skin corrosion testing
That’s why we all take the testing of potentially corrosive substances seriously. In worst case scenarios, inaccurate or unreliable results can lead to chemical users being exposed to real harm, whilst being too risk...
Univar Solutions is taking a customer-centric approach to distribution
Forward leaning organizations expect more, and at Univar Solutions, we pride ourselves on being more than just a chemical and ingredient distributor. By talking regularly with our customers, listening to their unique challenges, and...
Order books and sales remain positive but forecast to decline rapidly
The latest Supply Chain Trends Survey from the Chemical Business Association shows a continuing positive trend for order books and current sales – though this trend is forecast to decline rapidly over the next...
YOUR GUIDE TO IN VITRO SKIN CORROSION TESTING
Skin corrosion is a more serious outcome than irritation, defined as the production of irreversible damage of the skin; namely, visible necrosis of the epidermis and into the dermis, following the application of a...
SECURING THE CHEMICAL SUPPLY CHAIN
Many terrorist incidents result from the illegal use of chemicals in home-made explosive devices.
The UK’s Chemical Business Association (CBA) has a reputation for its expertise on measures to improve the security of the international...
INTERNATIONAL ENGAGEMENT
CBA commits significant resources to engaging with organisations focused on awareness-raising and capacity building by responding to invitations to speak at international conferences throughout Europe, the Middle and Far East. India, Pakistan, and North...
Chemical strongholds – is your storage of hazardous materials tough enough?
Manufacturing and process industries routinely handle and store chemical, biological and radioactive (CBR) materials and other toxic substances, with rigorous measures ensuring the safety of operatives and personnel working with them. But these substances...
LOCKEN launches first contactless access control solution for explosive environments
Access control within explosive environments must meet the requirements of health & safety regulator ATEX. The dangers of “explosive atmospheres” have led to strict regulations, requiring the use of fully licensed equipment in high-risk...