Those of us in the hazmat world have been keen on the hazards of lithium batteries for a while now. With increasing numbers of lithium …
New Rule Proposed for Rail Hazmat Information
In the news: The U.S. Department of Transportation is proposing a new rule to improve rail safety by requiring railroads to maintain real-time information about hazardous …
YES! Stainless Steel Can Rust
While stainless steel is a popular metal alloy known for its corrosion resistance and strength, it is not entirely immune to rust. There are over 150 …
U.S. DOT Announces Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM)
In the news: The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is seeking input from industry stakeholders regarding the hazardous materials regulatory system. …
Cheers to Using Less Glass in Bottles!
Winemakers are striving to reduce their carbon footprints by addressing the weight of their glass bottles and exploring alternative packaging options. PackagingDive reports that Champagne …
Why Does Carbon Steel Rust?
I was recently asked if we could make an unpainted carbon steel drum with no coatings of any kind, just bare steel… and oh, one …