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Container Quality Assurance: Using X-Ray Technology

Today, x-ray technology is increasingly being used in the food and beverage processing industry for container integrity, level detection, and foreign material detection.  Keep in mind, though, that facilities which use equipment that generates radiation for any purpose will need a radiation program. The latest issue of Hixson’s EH&S From Experience newsletter looks at x-ray […]

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Five Things to Expect with LEED Version 5

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) will be rolling out LEED Version 5 this year, and that rollout is anticipated to include a number of updates from past versions of the sustainability-focused framework.  If LEED certification is something your company is considering with your next design update, make sure to check out five of the […]

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Four Effective Strategies for Efficient Lab Project Delivery

While long lead times were a significant obstacle in project delivery in the recent past, the situation has notably improved over the past year…for most items.  However, certain essential components for lab facilities, such as custom air handlers, medium voltage electrical gear, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units, and emergency generators, still face prolonged lead times. […]

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February From Experience: Bonus Content

As discussed in the February issue of From Experience, proper pipeline and component sizing are essential for effective pressure control in a liquid system. To develop a well-balanced piping system, pressure control devices should be integrated into the design. A few typical devices with actuated control valves include: Back Pressure Regulators/Pressure Regulators. Back pressure regulators […]

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From Experience – February 2025

Maintaining optimal pressure within a liquid system is crucial for ensuring all the users are getting required flow, which helps prevent process upsets. Flow and pressure are interrelated in a pressurized system. In the February issue of Hixson’s From Experience newsletter, we look at the design considerations for pressure control in liquid systems. Read it […]

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Three Key Reasons For Utilizing Simulation

Spreadsheet programs are used for data analysis by nearly every organization across the globe. While these programs work well for quick data analysis, they struggle with modeling complex systems. In manufacturing, simulation provides a more advanced solution for developing models that include the various micro-processes making up a larger production line. In the latest issue […]

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Three Best Practices for Project Delivery

Achieving seamless project delivery requires intentional planning and execution strategies. In the latest issue of Hixson’s Workplace Insights newsletter, we look at three best practices that can significantly improve the outcome of any project. Read it today!

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