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Translating Test Results Into Design
Article Summary When it comes to designing containers for specialized applications, especially for transporting sensitive equipment like helicopter blades or hazardous materials like lithium-ion batteries, testing plays a crucial role. It’s not just about determining if a design meets current needs; testing often uncovers hidden weaknesses and opportunities for improvement. The insights gained from testing…
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Ensuring Safe and Compliant Battery Logistics: Bluewater Battery Logistics Partners with HazMat Safety Consulting
As the demand for lithium battery recycling, resale, and repurposing grows, navigating the evolving regulatory landscape has become increasingly complex. In response, Bluewater Battery Logistics has announced an official partnership with HazMat Safety Consulting, strengthening their commitment to safe and DOT-compliant battery management solutions across the United States. This collaboration, built on two years of…
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What Are AS 9100 and ISO 9001, Why Are They Important, and How Are They Different?
Q&A with Americase’s Derrick Cunningham, Director of Innovation and Engineering and Chaz Cleveland, Director of Operations Question 1: What are AS9100 and ISO 9001, how are they different from one another, and how do they differ from other quality management standards? ISO 9001 and AS9100 build upon each other. ISO 9001 is a foundational quality…
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Preparing for Regulatory Audits in the Lithium-Ion Battery Industry: Ensuring Compliance in Transportation and Storage
Article Summary An audit is only as good as the auditor conducting it, and this article argues that’s the weak point most lithium-ion battery compliance programs overlook: many companies rely on internal or external auditors who lack the depth of knowledge needed to conduct a meaningful audit, understanding both the letter and the spirit of…
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Putting Together a Test Plan: Step By Step Advice
Article Summary Q&A with Raymond James, Principal Engineer Question #1: What are the essential components that should be included in a comprehensive test plan? The essential components that should be included in any test plan start with backtracking a little and determining what the customer is trying to prove with the testing. Once you have…
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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 Happens When Close Trading Partners and Bosom Buddies Update Their GHS Classifications but Have Misaligned Transition Periods?
The U.S. and Canada enjoy the world’s most comprehensive trading relationship, which supports millions of jobs in each country. We are each other’s largest trade partners with nearly $3.6 billion (U.S.$2.7 billion) worth of goods and services crossing the border every day in 2023. (Sept 2024) In 2013 U.S. OSHA signed a Memorandum of Understanding…
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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…
