Introduction A prominent aerospace component supplier, serving major aero engine and airframe manufacturers worldwide, faced operational challenges with their four UV dye penetrant wash stations used for non-destructive testing (NDT). These stations relied on outdated UV-A fluorescent tube lighting, which was increasingly difficult to source due to supply chain disruptions. The non-waterproof tubes, susceptible to …
Every year on 5th May, the world comes together to celebrate World Hand Hygiene Day, a global initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about the critical role hand hygiene plays in preventing the spread of infections. This day serves as a powerful reminder that something as simple as washing our …
Fifteen years have now passed since the Control of Artificial Optical Radiation at Work Regulations 2010 (AOR Regulations) were introduced in the UK. Designed to protect workers from the risks associated with exposure to artificial optical radiation (AOR), these regulations set out clear legal requirements for employers. However, despite their longstanding presence, many organisations remain …
When it comes to workplace safety, many businesses focus on visible hazards such as heavy machinery, chemicals, and electrical risks. But what about the dangers you can’t see? Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is an invisible hazard present in many workplaces, from manufacturing and healthcare to food processing and aerospace. Yet, misconceptions about UV safety often lead …
Permabond UV adhesives cure quickly when exposed to light of the appropriate wavelength and intensity. They are one-component adhesives that are solvent free (100% solids). These are ideal for many applications in which UV or visible light-conveying glass or plastic is bonded to itself, or to metals and other substrates. Permabond UV-curable glues are used …
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