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50th Irish food business achieves globally recognised standard

    50th Irish food business achieves globally recognised standard

The National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) has announced that it has now certified more than fifty companies in Ireland to an international certification scheme for food safety management systems.

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Industry Training Services opens for business in Dublin

    Industry Training Services opens for business in Dublin

Industry Training Services (ITS), Northern Ireland’s number one provider of health and safety training solutions to the construction, civil engineering, utilities and manufacturing sectors, has opened a base in Dublin

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National Construction Summit – 21st March 2023 – Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin

    National Construction Summit – 21st March 2023 – Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin

The 2023 National Construction Summit is being held on Tuesday, March 21st at the Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown in Dublin. Incorporating a comprehensive conference programme, including a wide array of

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Green Talent is on the rise – increased focus required to meet Ireland’s climate targets – Labour Market Pulse

    Green Talent is on the rise – increased focus required to meet Ireland’s climate targets – Labour Market Pulse

IDA Ireland, in partnership with Microsoft and LinkedIn, has published its latest Labour Market Pulse, which provides an overview of the current insights and trends across the Irish labour market

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SGS launches Food Contact Product Certification Mark

    SGS launches Food Contact Product Certification Mark

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has launched the SGS Food Contact Product Certification Mark to help manufacturers and suppliers demonstrate the safety and performance of their

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IMR Manufacturing & Supply Chain Awards 2022 – Finalists Announced

    IMR Manufacturing & Supply Chain Awards 2022 – Finalists Announced

Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR), in partnership with Premier Publishing & Events, has announced the finalists for the IMR Manufacturing & Supply Chain Awards 2022. The IMR Manufacturing & Supply Chain

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Lack of Skilled Lift Truck Instructors Poses Possible Safety Risks

    Lack of Skilled Lift Truck Instructors Poses Possible Safety Risks

The warehousing and logistics industry is facing a shortage of qualified Lift Truck Instructors which could lead to safety issues in forklift operations, according to RTITB. “The lack of lift

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New standards support businesses and regulators to place safe products on the UK market

    New standards support businesses and regulators to  place safe products on the UK market

BSI, in its role as the UK National Standards Body, publishes two new standards to enable businesses and regulators to bring safe products to the UK market. These standards will

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Forum to advance greener, healthier homes in Ireland

    Forum to advance greener, healthier homes in Ireland

Healthy Homes Ireland, a new forum established to influence public policy, has hosted its inaugural virtual meeting, to advance a greener and healthier living environment in Ireland’s homes. Founded with

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The risks of poor air quality in the workplace

    The risks of poor air quality in the workplace

Poor air quality and its effects on people both at home and in the workplace has been an issue that has been highlighted in relative frequency over the years, but

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Manufacturing & Supply Chain 365 Online Exhibition – Exhibitor Focus – The Safety Knife Company

    Manufacturing & Supply Chain 365 Online Exhibition – Exhibitor Focus – The Safety Knife Company

The Safety Knife Company was founded in 1993 and is now a fully established manufacturer of Safety/Utility Knives. We are proud to offer a comprehensive range of products to many

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New code to restore confidence in building materials post Grenfell

    New code to restore confidence in building materials post Grenfell

A code to ensure transparency over building products aimed at preventing another Grenfell Tower disaster has been launched. The Construction Products Association, CPA, developed the code based on the principle of clear,

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Digital process automation – GEA’s new-generation valve control tops enhance operational safety

    Digital process automation – GEA’s new-generation valve control tops enhance operational safety

The market launch of the GEA T.VIS® M-20 control top in September 2021 marks the start of a new era in process automation using GEA valve technology. The new T.VIS M-20 controls and

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Manufacturing & Supply Chain 365 Online Exhibition – Exhibitor Focus – Advanced Hygiene Technologies Limited

    Manufacturing & Supply Chain 365 Online Exhibition – Exhibitor Focus – Advanced Hygiene Technologies Limited

Exclusive Ireland & UK distributor for Meritech, installing and servicing the full portfolio of CleanTech® automated handwashing systems and solutions. CleanTech® is soap & water handwashing but 100% automated, delivering

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World premiere: Schütz IBC receives the “FM approved” seal

    World premiere: Schütz IBC receives the “FM approved” seal

The Ecobulk SX-D is specially fitted with a steel hull to provide extensive protection against fire and withstand even extreme conditions. In the event of a fire, the steel containment

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RS introduces RS PRO Protective Measures kits and bundles to support businesses and their employees returning to work

    RS introduces RS PRO Protective Measures kits and bundles to support businesses and their employees returning to work

Bundled products from RS’ own-brand range enable businesses to take preventative health and safety measures at work during COVID-19 pandemic or to stay connected while working remotely RS has assembled

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Zimmer distributes PPE to schools

    Zimmer distributes PPE to schools

A SHANNON medical manufacturing company has provided an information night for schools with practical advice on Covid-19 safety measures for the return of students and staff at the end of

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Mini factories in containers help reduce face mask shortages

    Mini factories in containers help reduce face mask shortages

Protective masks have been in short supply in these times of coronavirus. An innovative containerised production facility that enables businesses and healthcare organisations to produce their own masks to order

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Advanced Hygiene Technologies: Transforming Handwashing through Automation

    Advanced Hygiene Technologies: Transforming Handwashing through Automation

The Future of Hygiene is in Our Hands! Advanced Hygiene Technologies – One thing that COVID-19 has taught the world is that handwashing will never be (or allowed to be)

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INEOS begins UK production of one million bottles of hand sanitiser per month

    INEOS begins UK production of one million bottles of hand sanitiser per month

INEOS has today announced that it has hit its ten day target to build a hand sanitiser plant near Middlesbrough and has started producing 1 million hand sanitisers a month.

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Ibstock Steps-up Forklift Safety With Doosan

    Ibstock Steps-up Forklift Safety With Doosan

Ibstock plc is a leading manufacturer of innovative clay and concrete building products. With 38 manufacturing plants in the UK, the business supplies the construction sector under such well-known brands

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UK Aid and Unilever to Target a Billion People in Global Handwashing Campaign

    UK Aid and Unilever to Target a Billion People in Global Handwashing Campaign

The UK Government is working with Unilever, the fast moving consumer goods manufacturer, to fund a global programme to urgently tackle the spread of coronavirus. The programme will reach up

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Government Supports For Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

    Government Supports For Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
The Government has announced details on the package of supports for businesses impacted by COVID-19. The Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation has put a range of supports in place,
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National Construction Summit – 24th March 2020 – The National Arena, Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin

    National Construction Summit – 24th March 2020 – The National Arena, Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin
The annual National Construction Summit is being held on Tuesday, 24th March 2020 at a new venue - the National
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Jacobs’ Symposium Spotlights Strategies to Enhance Safety in Construction Supply Chain

    Jacobs’ Symposium Spotlights Strategies to Enhance Safety in Construction Supply Chain
With 150,000 people working in construction in Ireland and the sector experiencing annual growth of 10%, a sustainable safety culture
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The Irish Heart Foundation Launches Ground-breaking Childhood Obesity Manifesto

    The Irish Heart Foundation Launches Ground-breaking Childhood Obesity Manifesto
Obesity “represents the greatest single threat to the health and wellbeing of children in Ireland today and drastic action is
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EcoOnline Expands Irish Presence in Limerick

    EcoOnline Expands Irish Presence in Limerick

EcoOnline has officially opened a new 7,000 square ft office in Limerick, doubling its office space in an ongoing commitment

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L&M Keating Awarded The KeepWell Mark by Ibec

    L&M Keating Awarded The KeepWell Mark by Ibec

L&M Keating are the first construction company to successfully achieve accreditation for their commitment to employee wellness, safety and health

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How FM APPROVED Cooling Towers Help Reduce Risks

    How FM APPROVED Cooling Towers Help Reduce Risks

By Scott Maurer, Global Product Manager, SPX Cooling Technologies, Inc When water flow is temporarily suspended, as in the event

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Zeeko Secures €100,000 in Funding to Launch New Research Project on Virtual Reality and Children’s Health

    Zeeko Secures €100,000 in Funding to Launch New Research Project on Virtual Reality and Children’s Health

Zeeko, an Irish EdTech start-up, has secured just over €100,000 in funding through the Horizon 2020 SME Innovation Associate Programme.

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Burning Solid Fuel is Biggest Threat to Good Air Quality in Ireland

    Burning Solid Fuel is Biggest Threat to Good Air Quality in Ireland

The EPA’s latest report on air quality shows that burning of solid fuel is the biggest threat to good air

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Tractor Safe Lock wins at National Ploughing Championships 2017

    Tractor Safe Lock wins at National Ploughing Championships 2017

Tractor Safe Lock, a device that automatically engages the handbrake in a tractor when the operator leaves the seat, has

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IFA calls for an immediate ban on Brazilian meat

    IFA calls for an immediate ban on Brazilian meat

IFA President Joe Healy has called for an immediate ban on Brazilian meat imports into the EU. He said the

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Air Cleaners in Food Storage Warehouses – A New Sizing Tool

    Air Cleaners in Food Storage Warehouses – A New Sizing Tool

Post provided by Camfil. Food Quality is of the utmost importance for Food and Beverage manufacturing. Ensuring that food is delivered

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Econova CSR Solutions

    Econova CSR Solutions

Article provided by Econova. We are very proud to introduce Econova CSR solutions Ltd. a newly established company dedicated to

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Discover Industrial Flooring at Manufacturing & Supply Chain 2017

    Discover Industrial Flooring at Manufacturing & Supply Chain 2017

On Stand 213 of this year’s National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Exhibition, Flowcrete UK will be showcasing specialist resin solutions

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Is your head in the cloud?

    Is your head in the cloud?

Rising material costs, extended supply chains and stricter regulatory controls and food safety standards have put ever increasing demands on

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Number of Fatal Workplace Accidents Drops by More Than 20%

    Number of Fatal Workplace Accidents Drops by More Than 20%

There were 44 people killed in workplaces in 2016, representing a 21% reduction of the 56 reported in 2015, according

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Free Tool to Fight Food Fraud Released

    Free Tool to Fight Food Fraud Released

A free tool to help food companies to assess their food fraud vulnerabilities was released on Monday, December 12. The

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Fracking Ban Justified by EPA Report – Minister for Environment

    Fracking Ban Justified by EPA Report –  Minister for Environment

Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment Denis Naughten said on  Wednesday, November 30, that an EPA-led research programme

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UDG Healthcare Announces 8% Increase in Operating Profit

    UDG Healthcare Announces 8% Increase in Operating Profit

Dublin-based Healthcare services provider UDG released preliminary results of their financial year on Thursday, November 24, which showed an 8%

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Ayrton Group creates 60 jobs as it opens Dublin office

    Ayrton Group creates 60 jobs as it opens Dublin office

Ayrton Group has announced the creation of 60 new jobs as it expands its Cork base and opens new offices

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Dublin Eye Clinic Offers New Laser Eye Surgery Procedure

    Dublin Eye Clinic Offers New Laser Eye Surgery Procedure

Wellington Eye Clinic has recently become the first optic clinic to utilize a new procedure for laser vision correction in the Republic of Ireland.

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Carlsberg commits to Russia and improved return on capital

    Carlsberg commits to Russia and improved return on capital

Carlsberg has decided to remain in Russia despite the problems it faces there. The Danish brewer has also vowed to improve

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Tucana Health Ltd to Create New Jobs in Cork

    Tucana Health Ltd to Create New Jobs in Cork

Tucana Health Ltd, a spin-out from the APC in University College Cork, is to build a new research team in

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Aviva Ireland’s operating profit up by 39%

    Aviva Ireland’s operating profit up by 39%

Yesterday Aviva announced the sale of its health business to leading financial services company Irish Life for an undisclosed sum. Aviva holds

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IRISH Life set to become a major force in the health insurance market after buying Aviva Health and GloHealth

    IRISH Life set to become a major force in the health insurance market after buying Aviva Health and GloHealth

Irish Life has confirmed that it has now taken control of Aviva Health and GloHealth. The deal is the biggest

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Johnson Controls, Tyco to merge in tax-saving deal

Tyco International and Johnson Controls announced today they will merge in a tax-saving deal. The deal combines Tyco’s operations in security and

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Pepperl+Fuchs presents world’s smallest ultrasonic sensor

    Pepperl+Fuchs presents world’s smallest ultrasonic sensor

The UMB800 from Pepperl+Fuchs is the world’s smallest ultrasonic sensor in solid stainless steel. It is made entirely from FDA-compliant

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SFI Europe and AbbVie announce €10m investment

Minister for Jobs Mr Richard Bruton has announced a joint investment of €10 million by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise

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Irish Water investing €5m plant in Kinvara

Irish Water is investing €5million to construct a new wastewater treatment plant in Kinvara. The new plant will be located

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Euromedic creates 100 jobs with Affidea rebrand

Affidea, a Diagnostic healthcare provider, is to create 100 jobs over the next 18 months as part of a new €15

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First ever female recipients of the Researcher of the Year accolade at the SFI Science Summit

Professor Geraldine Boylan and Professor Louise Kenny have been announced as the Science Foundation Ireland Joint Researchers of the Year

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Nursing home group Carechoice bring a further 200 jobs to Ireland

Carechoice, a retirement and nursing home group,  is to create 200 jobs with the opening of a new purpose-built 165-room

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Healthcare company Grifols to create 140 jobs with $100m investment in Dublin

Global Healthcare Company Grifols is to Create 140 Jobs with $100 Million Investment. Grifols is the world’s third-largest plasma product

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Join over 2,000 delegates at the National Sustainability Summit

The National Sustainability Summit will take place for the first time on 3 November in the Aviva Stadium, Dublin. The

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Mediterranean diet good for health?

    Mediterranean diet good for health?

Researchers at the APC Microbiome Institute in University College Cork and University of Naples Federico II have shown that a

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Areva supplies vessel head for nuclear reactor in Belgium

    Areva supplies vessel head for nuclear reactor in Belgium

France-based energy generation firm Areva has delivered a new vessel head to Engie Group’s subsidiary, Electrabel, for the 1,047MW Unit

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