Washington – The Environmental Protection Agency’s recent final rule banning methylene chloride for consumer use has advocacy groups and lawmakers concerned that continued commercial use of the hazardous chemical leaves workers at risk.

Iowa City, IA — A NIOSH-funded study of farm machinery found that the machine operators experienced whole-body vibration at levels that reached the European Union’s “action level” for exposure limit within two hours of operation on nearly 30 percent of the equipment tested.

Washington — Chemical Safety Board interim Executive Authority Kristen Kulinowski said she will “do everything in my power to maintain as many of the functions of the CSB as are permissible by law” as the agency comes closer to operating with just one of its five board seats filled – hers.

Watertown, SD — A new video from the National Association of Tower Erectors highlights the importance of properly inspecting and using safety climb systems installed on communication towers.

Houston — The American Bureau of Shipping – a maritime and offshore facility classification organization – along with researchers from Lamar University and insurance group the American Club is calling on the maritime industry to adopt more comprehensive standards for injury and near-miss reporting after a recent analysis of industrywide data.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency, in accordance with the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, is seeking comment on proposed significant new use rules for six chemical substances that are subject to agency premanufacture notices.

GELITA will use this year’s Food Ingredients Europe (FiE) to showcase various benefits of its novel “Fast Forward Process” and “Particle Engineering” processes, which utilize gelatine and collagen peptides. These new advances are part of the company’s SMART TECHNOLOGY portfolio.

ReadiCream® ND is a non-dairy, PHO- and allergen-free product that—when hydrated—is designed to be 1:1 replacement for liquid heavy cream or other dairy products. Although replacing real dairy, ReadiCream® ND provides an authentic fresh dairy taste and excellent mouthfeel resulting in no loss of quality in finished product.

GRINDSTED® NG 100 is a next-generation, non-GMO emulsifier that is highly functional and cost effective. Its primary function is starch complexing, which results in improved crumb softness in yeast-raised baked goods.

DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences announced the global launch of its DuPont™ YO-MIX® PRIME cultures series. These innovative cultures set a new industry standard for yogurt manufacturers around the world. 

Omya, global producer of mineral ingredients, has developed an anti-caking agent for safe and easy powder handling and processing. 

PANOS brands, LLC, a provider of branded consumer foods, announced that it has acquired certain assets of Tessemae's LLC, including the Salad Dressings & Condiments Business. Tessemae's is a leading brand in refrigerated and shelf stable organic salad dressings.

Elmhurst’s Sour Cream is crafted with oatmilk, hemp protein and minimal ingredients without any added gums or filler ingredients and emulsifiers, zero sodium, and no cholesterol.

Crafted with real, premium ingredients to help elevate snacking and dipping experiences, Marie's new Fresh Produce Dips leverage the brand's expertise in refrigerated foods to reach to a wider range of consumers while also catering to more diverse palates and lifestyle needs.

Kraft brand added five aiolis and sauces to its diverse product portfolio with the new Creamy Sauces line. Creamy Sauces marks the first innovation line to launch under the new Kraft Sauces rebrand, which consolidates all sauces, spreads, and salad dressings under one family for the first time.

Both sauces come in a squeezable format, making them easy to use for dipping, drizzling, or drenching. The consistency of the sauces is thicker than normal, more like a traditional BBQ sauce, which enhances their versatility and application.

The new collection of restaurant-inspired Dipping Sauces is made with real ingredients like avocado oil—no seed oils (no soybean or canola), no artificial sweeteners or cane sugar, and no-nonsense.

SOMOS' Simmer Sauces lead with vegetables (peppers, tomatoes, or tomatillos), resulting in a rich, complex flavor and thicker texture.

The Sauce Starters undergo a minimal cooking process that maintains the closest flavor to a fresh tomato. 

Made with real basil and fresh cream, the three distinct sauce varieties are a flavorful addition to dishes. 

Dive into the latest innovations in sauces and dressings, where bold flavors and unique ingredients are transforming mealtime experiences. From creamy pestos to energizing BBQ sauces, discover how brands are catering to diverse tastes and culinary adventures.

Workers will experience more comfort, less fatigue and improved productivity with the Allegro EZ AIR PAPR Complete Particulate System, intended for industrial applications in which respiratory, eye and face protection is required.

The Quantifit Respirator Fit Test System measures direct mask leakage without inferring the measurement.

The 7800 Premium Silicone Half Mask is the newest addition to the Reusable Respirators Line.

Prepared Foods used the recent Food Ingredients Europe (FiE) exhibition in Paris as an opportunity to interview with Fabienne Saadane-Oaks, CEO, for ABF Ingredients (ABFI), one of five divisions belonging to the Associated British Foods Group plc, London. 

Prepared Foods Chief Editor Bob Garrison talks food and beverage innovation strategy, topics and trends with Mario DiFalco and Kim Lopez-Walters, co-founders of Illuminate Growth Partners in the San Francisco Bay area.

In this interview with Prepared Foods, Eyal Rosenthal, CEO of Ever After Foods, Ltd., discusses the company’s advancements in cell-based meat production. Learn how Ever After's technology eschewed the industry standard and is able to produce a high volume, so-far comparatively low cost product.

Earlier this year, the Oregon cheesemakers at Tillamook released a comprehensive trend report on new ways consumers are finding to enjoy cheese. Two intriguing pairings revealed by the report included matching artisanal honeys with artisanal cheeses, and what the trend-spotters called “the cheddar plunge”.

Listen to a new Prepared Foods interview with Editor Bob Garrison and Carolina Sasson, Chief Operating Officer at Mission Field, recapping trends, tastes and technologies seen at Natural Products Expo West.

Prepared Foods explores sustainability and ingredient “upcycling” with Amanda Oenbring, new CEO of the Upcycled Food Association.

Prepared Foods explores the growing and dynamic topic of regenerative agriculture in a discussion with Ryan Slabaugh, founder of Think Regeneration.

New research from scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture suggests that there are fewer calories in roasted, unroasted, whole or chopped almonds than previously thought.

Consumers are looking for nutritious and delicious products with enhanced protein that also taste good. They also seek non-GMO, gluten-free, vegetarian and sustainably sourced ingredients in the products they purchase.

The Hershey Company announced new commitments that will increase the visibility of nutrition information and portion options as part of their ongoing efforts to offer a broad range of delicious snacks and clear information.

Ajinomoto’s zero-calorie sweetener, advantame, has been approved in Canada.  Due to its clean, sugar-like taste, functionality and cost effectiveness, advantame can be used to replace caloric sweeteners and other high-potency sweeteners in foods and beverages while maintaining or enhancing the flavor profile.

Customers can learn more about ADM’s purposeful ingredients and value-added services at the 2017 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Expo June 25-28 in Las Vegas, at the Sands Expo Convention Center.

Amyris, Inc., a supplier of sustainable and natural ingredients, and AB Mauri North America, a global supplier of yeast and baking ingredients, jointly announced an exclusive multi-year agreement for the sale and purchase of Amyris' Purecane™ RebM zero-calorie sweetener for baking applications.

Ready for use in creative food and beverage innovations, SweeGen’s Bestevia Rebaudioside B has received the GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) Letter of No Objection from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Pairing low-calorie and low-sugar attributes in a gluten-free, refreshing beverage during the flavored sparkling water boom has caused hard seltzers to become a consumer favorite, particularly with millennials1. These days, the hard seltzers segment is facing saturation, as new formulations and brands continually enter the competition, hoping for a taste of the impressive returns.

Washington — The majority of coal miners don’t receive baseline chest and lung testing at federally mandated intervals, results of a recent study from NIOSH suggest.

Washington — Vehicle-related incidents contributed to more than a quarter of worker deaths in the oil and gas extraction industry over a recent six-year period, a recently published report shows.

Washington — A new training tool developed by NIOSH is aimed at helping miners recognize the signs of heat-related illness and provide appropriate first aid.

Washington — A Mine Safety and Health Administration final rule that would require mine operators to have a written safety program for mobile and powered haulage equipment is a step closer to publication.

Washington — A Mine Safety and Health Administration proposed rule intended to reduce worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica “does not demand enough from operators,” Reps. Bobby Scott (D-VA) and Alma Adams (D-NC) claim.

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration has awarded nine organizations a total of $1 million through the agency’s Brookwood-Sago Mine Safety Grants Program.

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is reminding mine operators to safeguard against worker exposure to hazardous silica dust where mobile equipment is used.

Washington — Miners are at elevated risk for chronic pain, hearing loss and high blood pressure compared with workers in nonmanual occupations, NIOSH researchers say.

Arlington, VA — Spurred by a miner’s death, the Mine Safety and Health Administration is warning of the dangers of performing maintenance on dipper buckets.

Arlington, VA — Five miners in the past two years have died in incidents involving water, the Mine Safety and Health Administration says.

Arlington, VA — A recent string of fatalities involving miners operating bulldozers has prompted the Mine Safety and Health Administration to issue a safety alert.