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Inside the Custom Case Design Process: Navigating Regulations and Client Research
Article Summary Q&A with James Egloff, Chief Operating Officer & Chris Egloff, VP of Strategic Business Opportunities Question #1: Can you walk us through a typical case design process? When we take someone through a case design process, it’s essential to gather all pertinent information needed to make an informed decision about the product that…
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Lessons From Working With NASA: Inside the Unique Challenges of the Aerospace Industry
Article Summary Q&A with Americase’s Derrick Cunningham, Director of Innovation and Engineering Question #1: What unique challenges does the aerospace industry present when it comes to protecting mission-critical equipment? The aerospace industry presents a lot of unique challenges when it comes to protecting mission-critical equipment. It’s one of the few industries that’s highly concerned about…
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How Regulatory Changes in the Aviation Industry Affect Container Design
Article Summary Q&A with Americase’s Steve Arnold, Industrial Sales Engineer & Mike Pagel, Sr. HazMat Safety Consultant Question #1: What regulatory changes in the aviation industry have driven the need for redesigning cargo containers? The ATA 300, which has been published in 1960, has three categories. Category 1 allows for a minimum of 100 round…
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Navigating Global Lithium-Ion Battery Transportation Regulations: A Comprehensive Guide to the International Regulations for Transporting Lithium-Ion Batteries
Article Summary Q&A with Chris Egloff and Mike Pagel, Americase Question #1: What are the key differences between major international regulations for transporting lithium-ion batteries, such as those from the UN, IATA, and the EU? The key differences in lithium-ion battery transportation regulations primarily involve modal distinctions. This means that the regulations vary depending on…
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Why Materials Matter in Shipping (and Why Metal May Be the Best Choice)
Article Summary Q&A with Steve Arnold, Americase Question 1: What are the key benefits of using metal over other materials for shipping containers? One of the main advantages of using metal, specifically aluminum, over other materials like wood, plastic, or fiberglass, is durability. When I’ve visited sites, I’ve seen frequent damage to wooden and plastic…
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What is a Lithium-Ion Recall, and What Do Companies Need to Consider When Facing One?
Article Summary In today’s technology-driven world, lithium-ion batteries power everything from scooters, smartphones, and power tools to e-bikes and electric vehicles. While these batteries are safe and effective power sources, misuse or a defect can bring the risk of potential failures, leading to recalls. A lithium-ion recall involves retrieving defective or potentially dangerous batteries from…
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How Laboratory Testing Helps Prevent Accidents with Lithium-Ion Batteries
Article Summary Lithium-ion batteries power our everyday lives, from smartphones to electric vehicles. Even though lithium-ion batteries are inherently safe, when mishandled or off-spec, they may pose risks, including thermal runaway, short circuits, and chemical leaks. These hazards underscore the critical importance of rigorous laboratory testing to prevent accidents and ensure safety. This blog will…
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ROI on Shipping Containers: An Overlooked Efficiency?
Article Summary When considering ways to enhance efficiency and reduce costs within logistics, the focus often lies on optimizing routes, reducing fuel consumption, or improving packaging materials. However, an often-overlooked area ripe for improvement is the selection and utilization of shipping containers. Investing in high-quality, specialized containers can significantly impact the return on investment (ROI),…
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How to Get Custom Packaging for Lithium-Ion Batteries Certified
Article Summary Since first being used in commercial devices in 1991, lithium-ion batteries have become ubiquitous. These powerful energy sources are used in everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. However, their potential for causing fires or explosions if not handled properly makes the certification of their packaging critically important. At Americase, we design our packaging…
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DOT Special Permits and Lithium-Ion Batteries
Article Summary Stringent hazardous materials shipping requirements and industries’ need for fast, efficient shipping and transportation of lithium-ion batteries and other hazardous materials might seem to naturally work against each other. But, recognizing that economic viability and public safety not only can but must co-exist, the Department of Transportation (DOT) provides “Special Permits” that ensure…
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A Look Inside 3 Committees Leading the Charge in Lithium Battery Storage and Transportation Regulations
Article Summary Lithium-ion batteries are ubiquitous, safe products when properly designed, tested, and handled, powering devices ranging from cellphones to electric vehicles to medical devices to power tools. And the reason they are overwhelmingly safe is in no small part due to the deliberate effort of standard setting, driven by people as dedicated to progress…
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The Basics of Safe Storage and Handling for Oxygen Cylinders
Article Summary Have you ever noticed those tall metal gas cylinders that seem to be everywhere? More often than not, they’re oxygen cylinders, and their safe storage and handling is of paramount importance to human health and safety. You’ve probably noticed them when you’re driving down the freeway, even if you’re not in an industry…