SIA commences filming of ‘Safe Handling of Solvents’ re-shoot
The SIA is currently in the process of re-shooting footage in preparation for the re-release of the safety film, ‘Safe Handling of Solvents’ and has recently commenced filming at two of their Members’ sites...
Process Safety Management – rethinking leadership
In this issue of the Chemical Industry Journal, we speak to Richard Roff and Neil Smith about their work with the Process Safety Management (PSM) Competence Programme Board.
We take a look at the programmes...
UK REACH – why the Government’s no deal proposals are unworkable
CBA believes the UK Government’s proposals for a UK version of REACH in the event of a No Deal exit from the EU are unworkable
CBA has expressed its concern on behalf of the industry...
Services for every Chemical Regulation
By Dr. Thomas Berbner
Director Business Development Chemicals EMEA
Knoell Germany GmbH
How did you get involved in chemical regulations?
From my studies in biology with a special emphasis on aquatic toxicology I was always interested in the...
UK chemical industries to converge in Harrogate for new expo, CHEMUK 2019
Industry professionals from all sides of the UK’s chemicals sector are set to descend on the Yorkshire Event Centre, Harrogate, Yorkshire on 1st & 2nd May 2019, for the brand new, free to attend...
CBA highlights problems with Proposed Corrosive Legislation
The Chemical Business Association (CBA) has highlighted several legislative and practical concerns with the provisions of the Offensive Weapons Bill currently being considered by Parliament.
Introducing new controls on the sale of firearms, knives, and...
EDCs in our water: the alarming truth
Reports show that Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals are entering the environment at unsafe levels for both humans and wildlife. Here, Mike Lodge, CEO at water and wastewater treatment specialist Arvia Technology discusses the issue and...
Chemistry patents: they’re simpler than you think
In the world of chemical inventions, any key decision-maker managing a programme of research and development has important decisions to make regarding the subject matter and timing of any new patent applications. Where new...
The importance of IP in the Chemical Industry
Optimising a process, developing a new formulation, finding a new use for a compound, upgrading a reactor – chemists and chemical engineers are constantly innovating. This innovation can generate Intellectual Property (IP) – intangible...
Protection for installments in conflict zones, a new technology that could save the chemical...
In recent years, drone and missile sabotage attacks on refineries and storage farms have become more frequent and significantly more dangerous. These attacks have already caused billions of dollars in damages to the oil...