Occupational safety and health

ComEd Receives Premier Industry Awards for Equity-Centered Energy Efficiency and Electrification Programs

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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The Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) announced ComEd is being honored with dual Inspiring Efficiency Awards.

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  • The Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) announced ComEd is being honored with dual Inspiring Efficiency Awards.
  • The awards recognize innovative programs that help income-eligible customers and businesses in low-income communities across northern Illinois take advantage of energy-efficiency and electrification offerings that can help them manage energy bills and support the environment.
  • MEEA named ComEd a recipient of its Innovation Award for the energy company’s cross-function collaborations with new and existing industry organizations to launch a number of electrification offerings for a wide range of customers and businesses, including a new comprehensive home electrification offering for income-eligible customers.
  • Winners will be presented with awards during MEEA’s Midwest Energy Solutions Conference, Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, in Chicago.

Atkore Releases 2023 Sustainability Report, Launches ESG Website, and Provides Progress for 2025 Sustainability Targets

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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Atkore Inc. (the “Company” or “Atkore”) (NYSE: ATKR) released its 2023 Sustainability Report today, detailing key highlights in the Company’s environment, social and governance (ESG) practices and performance.

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  • Atkore Inc. (the “Company” or “Atkore”) (NYSE: ATKR) released its 2023 Sustainability Report today, detailing key highlights in the Company’s environment, social and governance (ESG) practices and performance.
  • “I’m incredibly proud of Atkore’s continued achievements related to ESG,” said Bill Waltz, Atkore President and CEO.
  • Employer of Choice: Atkore continues to be recognized by leading independent organizations including Great Place to Work® and Top Workplaces.
  • Additionally, Atkore discloses climate-related risks and opportunities in alignment with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).

Marathon Health Continues National Expansion of Shared Employer Network Health Centers

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Friday, January 12, 2024
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RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marathon Health, a leading provider of direct primary care for employers in the U.S., today announced its latest expansion with the opening and official ribbon-cutting of its new shared Network health center in Richmond, Va.

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  • Announcing New Network Centers Opening in Richmond, Virginia, Metro Area
    RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marathon Health , a leading provider of direct primary care for employers in the U.S., today announced its latest expansion with the opening and official ribbon-cutting of its new shared Network health center in Richmond, Va.
    Marathon Health, a leader of direct primary care for employers, continues expansion of shared Network health centers
    Marathon Health works with employers to build and operate onsite, Network and virtual health centers.
  • Because the new health centers are part of Marathon Health's shared Network model, other employers in the surrounding areas can sign on as well.
  • "This expansion and opening of Richmond's Marathon Health Clinic signals that we are committed to our employee's long-term health and well-being.
  • "The opening of shared Network centers in the Richmond metro area is a testament to Marathon Health's commitment to expanding access to quality healthcare across the nation," shared Jeff Wells, MD, CEO and co-founder of Marathon Health.

Manufacturing Execution Systems Market worth $23.0 billion by 2029 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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Rapidly growing automobile demand in regions like Asia Pacific and Europe is expected to drive the increased adoption of manufacturing execution systems.

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  • Rapidly growing automobile demand in regions like Asia Pacific and Europe is expected to drive the increased adoption of manufacturing execution systems.
  • North America holds the largest market share of the manufacturing execution systems market throughout the forecast period.
  • Anticipated as the most significant consumer of manufacturing execution systems, North America's mature and highly developed industries utilizing manufacturing execution systems are the primary driving force.
  • The report profiles key players in manufacturing execution systems companies such as Siemens (Germany), Dassault Systems (France), SAP (Germany), Rockwell Automation (US), Honeywell International Inc. (US).

Manufacturing Execution Systems Market worth $23.0 billion by 2029 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
SAP, Engine, Honeywell, PAM, Software, SCADA, PLC, Automation, Mobile robot, Machine vision, Manufacturing execution system, Occupational safety and health, HMI, Dassault Systèmes, Rockwell Automation, Condition monitoring, Distributed control system, Component, Industrial internet of things, Industrial, Digital twin, DCS, Row, Process control block, MES, Robotics, ERP, Video game

Rapidly growing automobile demand in regions like Asia Pacific and Europe is expected to drive the increased adoption of manufacturing execution systems.

Key Points: 
  • Rapidly growing automobile demand in regions like Asia Pacific and Europe is expected to drive the increased adoption of manufacturing execution systems.
  • North America holds the largest market share of the manufacturing execution systems market throughout the forecast period.
  • Anticipated as the most significant consumer of manufacturing execution systems, North America's mature and highly developed industries utilizing manufacturing execution systems are the primary driving force.
  • The report profiles key players in manufacturing execution systems companies such as Siemens (Germany), Dassault Systems (France), SAP (Germany), Rockwell Automation (US), Honeywell International Inc. (US).

Werner Celebrates award-winning year in 2023 for Company and Product Innovation

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
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ITASCA, Ill., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Werner the leading access equipment specialist, announced today that 2023 was a historical year for industry awards for the Werner brand. Recently introduced products, including the Werner ProForm harness and Fiberglass Stepladders were recognized for their innovation and safety. These and other new products contributed to WernerCo being recognized as a Best Workplace for Innovators from the prestigious Fast Company, a business magazine known for featuring pioneering companies that are positively impacting society.

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  • Recently introduced products, including the Werner ProForm harness and Fiberglass Stepladders were recognized for their innovation and safety.
  • WernerCo and the Werner brand, received several awards in 2023, including:
    Fast Company recognized WernerCo as a Best Workplaces for Innovators .
  • WernerCo was selected based on the company's innovation in product development, jobsite safety initiatives and workplace culture.
  • Construction Equipment featured the Werner ProForm harness as a top new 100 product of 2023.

Nasdaq Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for the Eighth Consecutive Year

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), one of the most prestigious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ranking benchmarks, for the eighth consecutive year.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), one of the most prestigious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ranking benchmarks, for the eighth consecutive year.
  • Nasdaq is one of 11 diversified financial services companies selected for inclusion in the North America index.
  • “Nasdaq’s inclusion in the DJSI for the eighth consecutive year is a reflection of our long-standing commitment to advancing best-in-class ESG practices across our entire organization,” said Nina Eisenman, Vice President and Head of Corporate ESG Strategy at Nasdaq.
  • The Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index comprises North American sustainability leaders as identified by S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment.

Integra Publishes Annual Sustainability Report and Provides Stakeholder Update

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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Sustainability Report Highlights: Integra’s annual report showcases progress in key sustainability metrics at DeLamar, including the completion of comprehensive environmental baseline studies supporting responsible mine plan design and the Company’s first public disclosure of sustainability goals that drive performance towards resilient operations.

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  • Sustainability Report Highlights: Integra’s annual report showcases progress in key sustainability metrics at DeLamar, including the completion of comprehensive environmental baseline studies supporting responsible mine plan design and the Company’s first public disclosure of sustainability goals that drive performance towards resilient operations.
  • Stakeholder Engagement Growth: Integra increased efforts in stakeholder engagement programs, tracking interactions with over 6,200 stakeholders surrounding DeLamar in 2022.
  • Integra’s latest Sustainability Report for DeLamar is a comprehensive document that outlines the Company's commitments and performance in its ESG practices.
  • A copy of the full Report is available on the Company’s website and has been filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov .

Tulsa Welding School Dallas Metro Campus Celebrates First Class to Graduate from New Electrical Lineworker Program

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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IRVING, Texas, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tulsa Welding School Dallas Metro is proud to congratulate the first cohort of its new Electrical Lineworker program.

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  • IRVING, Texas, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tulsa Welding School Dallas Metro is proud to congratulate the first cohort of its new Electrical Lineworker program.
  • StrataTech Education Group (StrataTech) , a leading operator of skilled trade school, launched the Electrical Lineworker program to meet the growing demand for electrical powerline installers and repairers throughout the U.S.
  • “Skilled trade workers have trusted Tulsa Welding School for nearly 75 years, and it’s been rewarding to bring that trust to a new and demanding industry,” said David Bowman, campus president of Tulsa Welding School Dallas Metro.
  • Tulsa Welding School Dallas Metro will host its next open house on Saturday, Dec. 2.

Environmental Protection Announces 2023 New Product of the Year Winners

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Woodland Hills, CA, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WOODLAND HILLS, Calif., (November 21, 2023) – Today, Environmental Protection, a part of 1105 Media, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 New Product of the Year awards.

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  • Woodland Hills, CA, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WOODLAND HILLS, Calif., (November 21, 2023) – Today, Environmental Protection, a part of 1105 Media, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 New Product of the Year awards.
  • Eleven companies are being recognized this year for products that are considered particularly noteworthy for making environmental professionals’ work easier, more efficient, and more productive.
  • “The fact that we had multiple entries competing in the Safety Equipment and Occupational Health category really underscores the link between environmental health and health in the workplace,” Kopf noted.
  • “I hope that continues to be a priority for businesses and public entities that must care for their workers.”
    The 2023 award winners are:
    EXAIR LLC: HollowStream Liquid Atomizing Spray Nozzle, 1/2 NPT