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The ASG Assembly product group focuses on light and general assembly tools and accessories, like electric and manual screwdrivers, error-proofing products, production aides, and tool accessories that offer reliable performance. This is the product group to concentrate on if you are seeking <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/asg-jergens#Filter=[CategoryID=332*Sort=3*ava=0]" target="_blank">tape and label dispensers</a>, torque arms, <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/asg-jergens#Filter=[CategoryID=323*Sort=3*ava=0]" target="_blank">digital torque testers</a>, or screwdrivers. ASG Assembly serves the electronics, medical, optical, telecommunications, tier automotive, appliance, and general industry markets.<br />
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The ASG Industrial product group provides commanding pneumatic power and manual torque control as well as durable performance in tough working environments. ASG’s industrial products include air nippers, air motors, <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/asg-jergens#Filter=[CategoryID=944*Sort=3*ava=0]" target="_blank">pneumatic torque control tools</a>, pulse tools, and <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/asg-jergens#Filter=[CategoryID=1138*Sort=3*ava=0]" target="_blank">torque wrenches</a>. These tools are intended to supply heavy industry end markets, including tier automotive, appliance, fabrication, machinery, construction, and electronics.<br />
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The ASG Precision Fastening product group focuses on controlled performance by providing intuitive interface, high feature-to-value ratio, proven reliability, excellent delivery, precision accuracy, and quality control of the final manufactured product. The Precision Fastening line features the <a href="https://www.qsource.com/products/search/X-PAQ" target="_blank">X-PAQ™ controller</a>, SD2500 Series screwdrivers, and products and solutions for precision fastening requirements. The markets served by ASG Precision Fastening include aerospace, energy, tier automotive, electronics, medical, and military.<br />
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The ASG Automation product group provides custom engineered performance solutions to meet the need needs of their clients. This line creates custom-engineered products for integration into assembly systems. Underpinned by world-class knowledge of threaded fastening, ASG’s systems are distinctive in their operation; providing market-leading precision. With robust elements of flexibility and expansion built-in, the systems are designed to persevere life cycle changes to provide customers with the ultimate automated solution. Offering auto feed systems, premium torque arms, and robots, ASG can provide the custom automation solution to meet any need.<br />
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ASG creates cutting edge assembly solutions products to meet the needs of customers all over the globe. To learn more about, or to purchase, ASG’s products please visit <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/asg-jergens" target="_blank">QSource.com’s ASG Department</a>, <a href="mailto:qsales@qsource.com" target="_blank">email us</a>, or call us at <b>800-966-6020</b>. Q Source, Inc. has been an authorized distributor of ASG products for almost 25 years.Q Source, Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05026481419240972212noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6593953907274368801.post-56476726590912324122017-10-20T13:10:00.002-04:002020-02-14T13:34:28.877-05:00A Few Photos from the 2017 Long Island SMTA Expo and Technical ForumLast Wednesday’s <a href="https://smta.org/chapters/chapters_detail.cfm?chapter_id=27" target="_blank">Long Island SMTA Expo and Technical Forum</a> at the Melville Marriott in Melville, NY was another excellent resource for the SMTA community. Q Source’s exhibit presented a selection of popular and related products and offered the expertise of our staff and vendor representatives.<br />
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Here are a few photos from our table:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Q Source’s Territory Account Specialist Diane Semple overseeing our table exhibit.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our Brady rep, Bob Scanlin, demoed these <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/brady-worldwide-inc" target="_blank">pro-quality industrial printers</a> at our table.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">ASG’s X-PAQ Precision Fastening System on display (learn more at <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/brady-worldwide-inc" target="_blank">QSource.com</a>).</td></tr>
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There are a few key differences between hot air rework stations and desoldering stations. First, and most notable, is the size of the two different stations. The hot air stations tend to be much larger than the desoldering stations. Thus, to work with hot air, you will need to bring the defective parts to the station. In comparison, the desoldering station can be brought to the parts, which offers much more flexibility. Another noticeable difference between the two stations is their price tag. A hot air station will often carry a heftier price tag because it includes more features and extras than desoldering stations. The key is to find the specific tool that is best for your application needs. Choosing the right tool for the job will save you countless time and money in the long run.<br />
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A hot air rework station has many benefits. Because it uses hot air, the station is great for very quick and easy jobs where, perhaps, just one component needs to be removed from a printed circuit board (PCB). The opposite is also true, adding a single part to a PCB is also extremely simple by utilizing hot air to quickly and efficiently return the board to working order. This tool can also be used to fit heat shrink onto wires making it an extremely versatile device.<br />
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A desoldering station also offers many benefits for specific applications. These stations provide a great deal of precision with their many features. Their compact size allows these stations to be much more mobile and makes for easier clean up at the end of a job. The simplicity of a desoldering station also makes it an asset to some. Why pay for all the bells and whistles when you only need the device for its basic uses? Desoldering Stations help make reworking PCBs an easier task.<br />
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Both types of rework stations offer a variety of benefits and shortfalls. By doing your research you can discover which device fits best in your specific day-to-day needs.<br />
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QSource.com offers a wide selection from <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/jbc-tools-usa-inc" target="_blank">JBC Tools</a> and <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/weller" target="_blank">Weller®</a>.<br />
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It is fair to wonder why there is a need for <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/transforming-technologies-llc#Filter=[CategoryID=386*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">ESD wastebaskets</a>. If the basket resides underneath a workstation, and stays there permanently, the need may not exist.<br />
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However, there are a number of circumstances when the wastebasket could present a significant hazard to electronic products. The following are just a few examples of potentially risky scenarios:<br />
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<b>Worksurface Cleaning:</b> An operator lifts the wastebasket to the edge of the workstation to collect the debris being removed. Should a static-sensitive product be present on the worksurface and not contained in a shielding container, there is a good opportunity for exposure to electrostatic fields that exceed safe limits.<br />
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<b>Lead Trimming/Board Cleaning Operations:</b> When trimming component leads or using aerosol cleaners on PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards), some operators will hold the PCB over a wastebasket to catch the clippings or solvent run-off. Many times, the PCB will be placed well into the waste container to assure catching the unwanted materials. This operation puts PCBs and ESD-sensitive devices very close to potentially significant electrostatic fields.<br />
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<b>Aisle Proximity:</b> Some wastebaskets have been observed in close proximity to production floor aisles, where product transfer carts pass or may be parked. ANSI/ESD S2020 requires items that generate 2,000 volts or more (measured at 1” from the item) be kept at least 12” from ESD-sensitive devices. Using ESD wastebaskets eliminates the risk of carts being parked next to static-generating baskets.<br />
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While company ESD policies may prohibit some of the actions mentioned above, it does not mean that they will not occur from time to time. ESD wastebaskets provide assurance that the wastebasket will never be an ESD threat to your product.<br />
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<a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/transforming-technologies-llc" target="_blank">Transforming Technologies</a> offers ESD wastebaskets in static-dissipative polypropylene and in stainless steel for cleanroom operations. If a liner is to be used for easier maintenance, Transforming Technologies offers them in both conductive and static dissipative.<br />
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Please visit <a href="http://www.qsource.com/m-61-transforming-technologies.aspx#Filter=[CategoryID=386*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">QSource.com</a> for further information about these Transforming Technologies products:<br />
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<b>28-Quart, Black ESD-Safe Waste Basket (WBAS 28)</b> <br />
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<li>Point-to-Point Resistance RP: 10<sup>4</sup>- 10<sup>5</sup> W</li>
<li>Height: 15"</li>
<li>Opening: 13.5" x 9.5"</li>
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<b>22-Gallon, Black ESD-Safe Waste Basket (WBAS90)</b> <br />
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<li>Weight: 7.5 lb.</li>
<li>Dimensions: 30" x 20" x 11"</li>
<li>Material: Carbon-loaded, black conductive polypropylene</li>
<li>Resistance - RTP: 10<sup>4</sup> - 10<sup>5</sup></li>
<li>Marking: Yellow ESD symbol</li>
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<b>44-Gallon, Black ESD-Safe Waste Basket (WBAS180)</b> <br />
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<li>Weight: 13 lb.</li>
<li>Dimensions: 31" x 24" x 24"</li>
<li>Material: Carbon-loaded, black conductive polypropylene</li>
<li>Resistance - RTP: 10<sup>4</sup> - 10<sup>5</sup></li>
<li>Marking: Yellow ESD symbol</li>
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<b>2-Mil, 7-10 Gallon Pink Dissipative Anti-Static Trash Liners (WBASLP)</b> <br />
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<li>Basic Material: Single layer of non-amine polyethylene</li>
<li>Size: 24" x 24"</li>
<li>Tensile Strength: 2,000 to 3,000 PSI</li>
<li>Tearing Strength: 65- to 450-lb. per square inch</li>
<li>Surface Resistivity: ‹ or equal to 10<sup>11</sup> ohms/sq.</li>
<li>Static Decay Rate: 5 kV - 0 volts ‹ 2 seconds per</li>
<li>Shelf Life: Permanently anti-static under normal storage conditions</li>
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<b>3 Mil, 7-10 Gallon Black Conductive Trash Liners (WBASLB)</b> <br />
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<li>Basic Material: Single layer of non-amine polyethylene</li>
<li>Size: 24" x 24"</li>
<li>Tensile Strength: > 2,000 PSI</li>
<li>Tearing Strength: > 400-lb. per inch</li>
<li>Surface Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 ohms/sq</li>
<li>Volume Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 ohms/cm</li>
<li>Shelf Life: Permanently anti-static under normal storage conditions
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</ul>
<b>22-Gallon, Black Conductive ESD Trash Can Liners (WBAS22LB)</b> <br />
<ul>
<li>Basic Material: Single layer of non-amine polyethylene</li>
<li>Thickness: 3 mil</li>
<li>Size: 24" x 24"</li>
<li>Volume: 7-10 gallon (28-40 quart)</li>
<li>Tensile Strength: > 2000 PSI</li>
<li>Tearing Strength: > 400-lb. per inch</li>
<li>Surface Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 OHMS/sq</li>
<li>Volume Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 OHMS/cm</li>
<li>Shelf Life: Permanently anti-static under normal storage conditions</li>
</ul>
<b>22-Gallon, Pink Dissipative ESD Trash Can Liner (WBAS22LP)</b> <br />
<ul>
<li>Basic Material: Single layer of non-amine polyethylene</li>
<li>Thickness: 3 mil</li>
<li>Size: 24" x 24"</li>
<li>Volume: 7-10 gallon (28-40 quart)</li>
<li>Tensile Strength: > 2000 PSI</li>
<li>Tearing Strength: > 400-lb. per inch</li>
<li>Surface Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 OHMS/sq</li>
<li>Volume Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 OHMS/cm</li>
<li>Shelf Life: Permanently anti-static under normal storage conditions</li>
</ul>
<b>44-Gallon, Black Conductive ESD Trash Can Liner (WBAS44LB)</b> <br />
<ul>
<li>Basic Material: Single layer of non-amine polyethylene</li>
<li>Thickness: 3 mil</li>
<li>Size: 24" x 24"</li>
<li>Volume: 7-10 gallon (28-40 quart)</li>
<li>Tensile Strength: > 2000 PSI</li>
<li>Tearing Strength: > 400-lb. per inch</li>
<li>Surface Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 OHMS/sq</li>
<li>Volume Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 OHMS/cm</li>
<li>Shelf Life: Permanently anti-static under normal storage conditions</li>
</ul>
<b>44-Gallon, Pink Dissipative ESD Trash Can Liner (WBAS44LP)</b> <br />
<ul>
<li>Basic Material: Single layer of non-amine polyethylene</li>
<li>Thickness: 3 mil</li>
<li>Size: 24" x 24"</li>
<li>Volume: 7-10 gallon (28-40 quart)</li>
<li>Tensile Strength: > 2000 PSI</li>
<li>Tearing Strength: > 400-lb. per inch</li>
<li>Surface Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 OHMS/sq</li>
<li>Volume Resistivity: ‹ 30,000 OHMS/cm</li>
<li>Shelf Life: Permanently anti-static under normal storage conditions</li>
</ul>
Q Source, Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05026481419240972212noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6593953907274368801.post-57478757729233292782017-05-12T16:10:00.003-04:002020-02-14T13:48:02.598-05:00Dura 7000 Series Chairs Now Offer a Larger Weight CapacityIf you’re shopping for ergonomic chairs and need to consider weight capacity, please head over to <a href="https://www.qsource.com/landingpage/bevco-7000d-series-polyurethane-chairs" target="_blank">QSource.com’s Bevco Dura 7000 Series Chairs Department</a>. We think Bevco’s upgraded 7000 Series lineup may be just what you need.<br />
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These popular, durable chairs are more rugged and robust with improvements that include:<br />
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<li>Available 20” Adjustable Chrome Flat Footrings</li>
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In addition to these upgrades, Bevco’s Dura Chairs feature a polyurethane that is impervious to water, oil, and most chemicals; are made to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards, and are GREENGUARD GOLD certified. Plus, they come standard with Bevco’s 12-year warranty.<br />
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Available in standard and cleanroom versions, these chairs offer a variety of options for use in schools, labs, and other industrial environments. And, as with all of Bevco’s chair lines, the Dura 7000 Series allows you to create the exact chair to meet your needs.<br />
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Please visit our <a href="https://www.qsource.com/landingpage/bevco-7000d-series-polyurethane-chairs" target="_blank">Bevco Dura 7000 Series page</a> to purchase your chairs. You may also contact us by phone (<b>800-966-6020</b>), <a href="mailto:qsales@qsource.com" target="_blank">email</a>, or via <a href="https://www.qsource.com/Forms/Contact-Us" target="_blank">our Web site</a>.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Figure 1: System Resistance Test</b></td></tr>
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<i>by Craig Zander, Transforming Technologies</i><br />
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<i>Craig’s latest Q Source Resource Guest Blog looks at how a Walking Voltage Test reveals how well your ESD flooring & footwear system is working.</i><br />
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The ESD flooring and footwear system is an effective way to ground people that need to be on the move in a factory. ESD footwear, when worn properly, is designed to drain the voltage from a person to the floor and then to ground. Periodic testing of both the floor and the footwear is required to verify proper functioning.<br />
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Until recently, a System Resistance Test (ANSI/ESD STM97.1) was all that was needed to qualify an ESD control flooring and footwear system. If the resistance was less than 35 megohms, it was assumed that the person’s voltage would not exceed 100 volts (the upper limit for ANSI/ESD S20.20). However, this testing is done with the person stationary and having both feet flat on the ground. What happens when the person starts moving and the entire foot is not making contact with the floor?<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Figure 2: The Walking Test Pattern</b></td></tr>
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The most recent version of ANSI/ESD S20.20 now requires a Walking Voltage Test (ANSI/ESD STM97.2) be performed when qualifying flooring and footwear systems. The test consists of measuring body voltage generated during a six-step pattern used to simulate moving throughout a facility. This test will determine the actual voltage on the person while moving. Research has shown that when tested separately, ESD floors and footwear systems may pass the resistance test, but when used together, can greatly exceed the 100-volt threshold.<br />
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Determining the maximum voltage generated by people moving on the factory floor is very valuable information. By knowing the maximum voltage generated you will know that your flooring and footwear investment is performing as designed. You may also be pleasantly surprised to find out that the system is working quite well and you are able to handle devices with much lower Human-Body Model (HBM) damage thresholds.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>WT5000</b></td></tr>
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Equipment is available to accurately measure and record the walking voltage. One such instrument is the WT5000. The <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/7100WT5000B-T070" target="_blank">WT5000 Walking Test Kit</a> (Warmbier WT5000 Electrometer Walking Test Kit) measures and records the walking voltage while providing a graphical readout. The instrument connects to a PC using any Windows version for easy data collection. The WT5000 identifies the peak voltages per the requirements in the standards.<br />
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The two-in-one <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/7100EFM51WT-T070" target="_blank">EFM51WT</a> (Transforming Technologies 7100.EFM51.WT Warmbier EFM51WT Field Meter Walking Test Kit) meter holds the PEAK value of the measured body voltage, as well as the LIVE static voltage measured on the operator’s body. The kit includes the EFM51 static field meter, walking test adapter plate, hand probe and conductive carrying case. The EFM51 is a fully functional field meter that, in addition to the Walking Test, measures and detects electrostatic fields, surface potentials, and discharge times (with optional charge plate accessory (part number 7100.EFM51.CPS.SET).<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>EFM51</b></td></tr>
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You have made the investment in an ESD flooring and footwear system so that people can be mobile while still protecting your products from ESD events. Determining your actual walking voltage generated is critical to knowing that your products are being protected.<br />
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<i>CLOSING: Thanks, Craig! We appreciate you filling us in about the necessity of Walking Voltage Tests to ensure proper ESD protection for flooring and footwear systems. Your expertise is invaluable to our Q Source community.</i><br />
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For information about <a href="http://www.qsource.com/m-61-transforming-technologies.aspx" target="_blank">Transforming Technologies</a> and their ESD control/monitoring products (including walking test kits), please visit QSource.com. you.<br />
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Q Source, Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05026481419240972212noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6593953907274368801.post-13638590936961900152016-10-11T13:40:00.001-04:002020-02-14T14:00:13.069-05:00Q Source VP Interviewed at the 2016 Costa Rica Life Sciences ForumThe <a href="https://event-wizard.com/LSFCR2016/0/welcome/" target="_blank">Costa Rica Life Sciences Forum 2016</a> is being held this week in San Jose, Costa Rica. Q Source’s Vice President, Gus Lugten, was part of an interview filmed at the forum and posted on the CINDE (Costa Rican Investment Promotion Agency) <a href="https://youtu.be/yuytH8JIQ5c" target="_blank">YouTube Channel</a>.<br />
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Lugten commented on the high level of education in Costa Rica, the impressive lineup of companies present in the country, and <a href="http://www.qsource.com/" target="_blank">Q Source’s</a> role in providing solutions to the challenges those companies face:<br />
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<a href="http://www.cinde.org/" target="_blank">CINDE</a> is a private, non profit investment services organization that has attracted more than 250 high-tech companies to Costa Rica over the past 32 years. Costa Rica is the second largest medical device exporter in Latin America and the Life Sciences Forum is their dedicated MedTech event for the Life Sciences sector in the region. The 2016 Life Sciences Forum event is the third edition of this gathering of reps from leading manufacturers, researchers, consultants, and government officials focused on the latest advances and achievements in this sector.<br />
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<a href="https://www.qsource.com/about/about-us" target="_blank">Q Source, Inc.</a>, formed in 1984, is a distributor supplier of products addressing the commercial industrial assembly and production environments. Most notably working with the Electronic and Pharmaceutical Industrial sectors, our product supply offering is now utilized in almost all industrial type manufacturing.<br />
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For more information about Q Source please contact us via <a href="http://www.qsource.com/t-contact.aspx" target="_blank">our Web site</a>, phone (<b>800-966-6020</b>), or by <a href="mailto:qsales@qsource.com" target="_blank">email</a>.<br />
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QSource.com has recently added <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/lgi-international" target="_blank">Lgi Cleanroom Labels</a> to our Labeling & Identification offerings. Lgi, known for their CleanMark® labels, are innovative experts in label manufacturing and print technology.<br />
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Lgi CleanMark labels can be customized for size and used with either direct thermal or thermal transfer printers. They’re built to withstand extreme hot or cold temperatures, harsh chemical solvents, and physical abrasion. They feature the ability to indicate sterilization processes, such as autoclaving; may be pre-sterilized, and will not contaminate clean or sterile environments with particulates, outgassing, or microbes. CleanMark labels will firmly adhere to or easily peel from challenging surfaces.<br />
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Lgi’s CleanMark line of labels are easy-to-move, can be printed on with cleanroom pens or by any standard thermal transfer printer, and includes:<br />
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<li>CleanMark Labels</li>
<li>CleanMark EZ-Peel Cleanroom Labels</li>
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As mentioned, Lgi’s CleanMark labels can be customized for size, adhesion, type, and removability. If you have specific requirements, please contact one of our cleanroom specialist for further assistance by calling <b>800-966-6020</b>. Please consider the following when requesting a customized label:<br />
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<li>Do you need permanent or removable labels?</li>
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In Carissa’s first Guest Blog for the Q Source Resource, she focuses on how you can create an ergonomic workspace.</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Proper ergonomics play a vital role in workplace productivity.</td></tr>
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When it comes to productivity and efficiency in the workplace, proper ergonomics play a vital role. A workplace that focuses on the well-being of their employees will find an increase in their output, leading to greater profit. Ergonomics is about more than just posture and arm reach. It takes into consideration all aspects of a worker’s movement, eyesight, noise level, and more. By having all components and areas in easy reach and at comfortable distances, it minimizes the amount of bending, twisting, and reaching workers need to make, and consequently reduces strain, stress, and discomfort, leading to a more relaxed positions and greater efficiency.<br />
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Here are seven steps that can guide you in creating an ergonomic-rich environment at your company:<br />
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<li><b>Research and Develop a Plan of Action</b> – Implementing a proper, ergonomic workplace requires research into the correct products for your company and your employees. Understanding the fundamentals of ergonomics will help when it comes time to selecting the best products for your environment. Creating a plan of action ahead of time will also reduce the risk of purchasing products that will not benefit employees in the long-term. It can be beneficial to look to other companies with ergonomic environments and see how you might replicate their successes.</li>
<li><b>Conduct Interviews with Employees and Observe Their Behaviors</b> – To see where you have fallen short in the past, conduct interviews with employees and review any prior injury reports. This will provide the insight into the current problems and assist you in purchasing the right equipment in the future. Some risk factors in ergonomic-poor workspaces include: awkward postures, over-exertion, straining eyes, poor ventilation, and improper lighting. These can lead to worker injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrome, muscle cramping, slipped discs, and tendinitis. Understanding these risks and injuries will lead to better purchasing decisions and happier staff.</li>
<li><b>Gather the Team</b> – Getting everyone on board will make the transition to ergonomics smoother and quicker. Employees will be open to the change when they are informed of the benefits, including less stress and strain.</li>
<li><b>Consider the Not-So-Obvious</b> –
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<li>Should employees be sitting or standing for their particular work? Or given the option for both? Tasks with little lifting or reaching may benefit from sitting with the option to stand, while jobs that require heavy-lifting, continuous movement, or parts retrieval will benefit from standing with the option to rest. Height-adjustable benches and proper seating are essential.</li>
<li>Is the bench surface correctly positioned and does it cater to various heights? Body size and leg space are factors to consider.</li>
<li>Which style of chair is best? Comfort and adjustability are important in choosing the best chair for the job. A chair that is ergonomic will be adjustable to accommodate all body types.</li>
<li>Are the monitors in the correct position? Consider viewing angle and distance. Screens should be well lit and in focus to prevent strain on the eyes.</li>
<li>How does lighting affect work? Shadows, brightness, even color of light can affect the well-being of employees. Proper lighting can prevent headaches and fatigue.</li>
<li>Consider keyboard distance, reach distance for tools, placement of equipment, ventilation, etc. Managers should also encourage good posture and breaks to avoid strain, tension, and fatigue, as well as stretching. Remember, all employees are not created alike, and body type should be taken into account.</li>
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<li><b>Be Sure Vendors Can Meet Your Ergonomic Needs</b> – Choose furniture that can be properly adjusted and explore customizations to best suit your employees. Vendors should be able to demonstrate the functionalities, calculate benefits, and give references. Think about long-term use, and pick a sustainable option. Select a vendor that provides the best solution in a timely manner, with the best support.</li>
<li><b>Happiness is the Goal</b> – Quality workspaces make for happier employees. If they feel better, they will perform better, in turn boosting your productivity and profitability. Ergonomic-rich environments have employees that take fewer sick days, report fewer injuries, and are over-all more satisfied.</li>
<li><b>Measure and Improve</b> – Understand how employing ergonomics has improved productivity, reduced injuries, and created a happier staff. Compare output before and after, and survey your employees to determine any improvement and increased happiness. It is important to evaluate the workplace and make improvements as needed. By continuing to improve, you will continue to develop a better system that continues to function and produce at the highest possible level, founded upon proper, modern ergonomics.</li>
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An ergonomic-friendly workstation project takes an initial investment of research time, budget, customization, and more, but turns those investments into an opportunity for business growth. By using baseline data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to analyze your investment decision (both before and after), you’ll be able to justify the effect ergonomics has on employees and their work. You can also start small and increase investments with proven results paving the way to continue.<br />
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<i>Great tips, Carissa! Thank you for providing a solid plan to implement ergonomics into the working environment. We look forward to learning more about the topic and how Sovella can assist in such an implementation.</i><br />
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<i>In Steve’s latest Guest Blog for the Q Source Resource, he recommends a process of PCB preparation for rework/repair.</i><br />
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Preparing PCBs (printed circuit boards) for rework or repair is a very important process. ACL Staticide has developed and manufactures an array of precision cleaners and surface preparation products, along with final finishing conformal coats to aid in this application. These products’ primary focus is in the area of printed circuit board repair and OEM manufacture. Let’s cover some key areas of PCB rework and repair using a two-step process for surface preparation and finishing.<br />
In many instances of PCB repair, surface preparation with a pre-saturated wiper followed by treatment with conformal coating is the process of choice for reworking a board and getting it back into service.<br />
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With that in mind, <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/7600-A008" target="_blank">ACL’s 7600 IPA Wipers</a> are perfect for surface preparation following repair. The 7600 is a pre-saturated wipe using a precise 70/30 blend of extremely pure, electronics-grade isopropyl alcohol blended with deionized water to prevent premature evaporation of the cleaning solvent. The solvent is added to the wiper in a cleanroom environment. These wipers use a non-woven Sontara® technology designed to be extremely low linting, even at the perforation. Available in a 100-wipes reclosable container (made of non-hazardous material), the 7600 product is perfect for final finishing work of any circuit board. It is great for removal of hand oils, conductive greases, carbonized soils, dust/dirt, light flux residues, and a variety of other soils.<br />
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A 2-wiper use process is recommended for general-purposed cleaning and hand wiping of larger components and various board surfaces. One wipe is used for initial cleaning of heavier residues, and a second wipe for final surface cleaning and finishing. All surfaces should be allowed to gently dry for one to two minutes, or dry using compressed air or a duster product like the <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/8640-A008" target="_blank">ACL 8640 Turbo Blast Duster</a>.<br />
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Following this process, the board is prepared and ready for application of surface protection like acrylic conformal coating. <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/8690-A008" target="_blank">ACL’s 8690 Acrylic Conformal Coating</a> is the product of choice for protecting the PCB and all surface components from oils, moisture, and most soils. It is used following surface cleaning and preparation with the 7600 IPA wipers. ACL 8690 can be applied to the entire board surface. It is dry to the touch in less than 30 minutes and completely cures in 24 hours. It provides protection as well as heat resistance and contains a UV dye indicator so that the user can be sure the entire board and all components have been treated. ACL 8690 leaves behind a high-gloss cure (making it suitable for final presentation to the customer at contract manufacturers) and prepares the board for final installation.<br />
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This process of using both the 7600 wipes and 8690 conformal coating in conjunction with each other for final board preparation and final surface finishing prior to installation helps eliminate potential failures and damage to PCBS or devices. Please contact us with related questions or comments.<br />
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<i>Thank you, Steve! That sounds like the way to go when preparing printed circuit boards. We look forward to your future articles.</i><br />
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<i>Craig’s newest Guest Blog, for the Q Source Resource, provides valuable tips about selecting ESD flooring for your workplace</i><br />
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The use of ESD flooring and footwear is a popular way to ground people working with ESD-sensitive devices that cannot use a conventional wrist strap/cord system because they need to be mobile, or because they are working near equipment with moving parts that could pose a hazard. ESD footwear and flooring provide a convenient method to drain the charge from the operator to ground.<br />
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There are many options for ESD flooring that are “permanent” solutions, such as conductive tiles and epoxies. These products generally have very good durability and can last for many years. Unfortunately, they also present a few challenges.<br />
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<li><b>Cost:</b> ESD floor tiles and epoxies are an expensive option. The cost of the tiles or epoxy in combination with the conductive undercoat and installation expense makes permanent flooring one of the more expensive options.</li>
<li><b>Moisture:</b> In some cases, the moisture content in the sub-floor is too high to allow successful or long-term adhesion. Hydrostatic pressure from floors can cause tile lifting or epoxy bubbles. Testing must be done prior to installation to be sure that the floor can be installed.</li>
<li><b>Installation:</b> Installing an ESD tile or epoxy floor requires experienced installers. The conductive undercoat must be applied in a precise quantity and manner. Mistakes can lead to poor adhesion and poor electrical readings on the installed floor.</li>
<li><b>Maintenance:</b> While new floors may look amazing shortly after installation, they must be maintained to keep their appearance and their electrical performance. Some floors require certain floor finishes, and some floors cannot be waxed or their electrical properties will become diminished.</li>
<li><b>Permanence:</b> While a permanent floor can be an advantage, it may be a disadvantage to companies that occasionally change facility layouts or to companies that lease space.</li>
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There are a number of options for those that need to ground their operators through footwear and flooring, but do not want a permanent ESD floor.<br />
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<a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/transforming-technologies-llc#Filter=[CategoryID=426*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">ESD mats</a> come in a variety of options including size, thickness, contour, and conductivity. ESD mats are generally placed in front of standing operations and provide a path to ground for the operator and, possibly, a more ergonomic standing surface than the standard floor.<br />
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Floor mats may be offered in specific sizes (i.e., 2’ x 3’, 3’ x 4’, etc.), or may be offered with interlock to provide a variety of lengths. They are easy to relocate should production equipment need to be moved.<br />
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<a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/transforming-technologies-llc#Filter=[CategoryID=426*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">ESD floor runners</a> offer a solution in front of long assembly lines, or areas where mobile equipment is being used and needs to be grounded.<br />
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ESD floor runners are generally smooth or slightly textured to allow mobile equipment to move, thus they offer less ergonomic benefit than mats.<br />
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<b>Interlocking Tiles</b></h4>
<a href="https://www.qsource.com/products/search/interlocking-floor?v=j&facet=%5B%5B%22catname%22%2C%22catname%22%2C%22Interlocking%20Floor%20Tiles%22%5D%5D" target="_blank">ESD interlocking tiles</a> provide an effective way to cover a larger area, or an entire floor, while still offering some portability. The tiles can be easily cut to fit an area and they are free floating on the floor so there are no moisture issues that come with permanent floors. Many of the interlocking tiles also provide ergonomic properties. Yellow safety edges are also available if the floor does not terminate at a wall.<br />
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<b>CHOOSING THE RIGHT FLOOR</b></h4>
Whether you select permanent flooring or temporary/portable ESD flooring, you need to verify that the electrical properties of the footwear and flooring combination will meet your requirements.<br />
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To be in compliance with ANSI/ESD S20.20 you must verify two specific measurements. First, you need to measure the resistance of the person, through the footwear, through the flooring and to ground (ANSI/ESD STM 97.1 Floor Materials and Footwear – Resistance Measurement in Combination with a Person). Second, you need to verify the voltage being generated by people using your selected footwear (shoes or foot grounders) and flooring (ANSI/ESD STM 97.2 – Floor Materials and Footwear – Voltage Measurement in Combination with a Person).<br />
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We’ve briefly reviewed the factors to be considered when choosing ESD flooring. With these in mind, you can select the floor that meets your needs for ESD properties, overall cost, and ease of use.<br />
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Implementing a proper Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure plan (SPCC) helps create a safe and productive work environment for your employees. With that in mind, we’ve recently added a broad-reaching <a href="https://www.qsource.com/products/search/absorbent?v=j&facet=%5B%5B%22catname%22%2C%22catname%22%2C%22Absorbents%22%5D%5D" target="_blank">Brady Absorbents Department</a> to QSource.com.<br />
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OSHA and EPA regulations (<a href="https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=9714" target="_blank">29 CFR 1910.22(a)(2)</a>, <a href="https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2014-04/documents/b_40cfr112.pdf" target="_blank">40 CFR 112.7(c)(1)(vii)</a>, and <a href="https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=9765" target="_blank">29 CFR 1910.120(j)(1)(vii)</a>) require specific spill control and cleanup procedures to protect employees. The cost of non-compliance can be devastating in a number of ways. Brady’s SPC product line offers hundreds of spill control solutions for your workplace so you can avoid those costly cleanups.<br />
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Our new Brady SPC Absorbents Department features everything you need to create an effective SPCC plan with products in the following categories:<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/brady-worldwide-inc#Filter=[CategoryID=1655*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">Absorbent Rugs & Matting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/brady-worldwide-inc#Filter=[CategoryID=1656*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">Absorbent SOCs, Pillows & Drum Covers</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/brady-worldwide-inc#Filter=[CategoryID=1652*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">Chemical Absorbent Pads & Rolls</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.qsource.com/m-4-brady.aspx#Filter=[CategoryID=1657*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">Granular Absorbents</a></li>
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When creating your SPCC plan, you need to consider three main factors.<br />
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<li>Universal spills include coolants, solvents, gasoline, vegetable oil, kerosene, and other water-based fluids</li>
<li>Oil only spills include hydraulic oil, motor oil, brake fluid, cooking oil, turpentine, and other oil-based fluids</li>
<li>Chemical spills include aggressive chemicals, citric acid, sodium hydroxide, and other unknown chemicals</li>
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<b>What Type of Absorbent Application?</b><br />
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<li>Wiping, dripping or foot traffic applications use pads, rolls, SOCs, and pillows</li>
<li>Barrier-backed or heavy traffic applications use mats and rugs</li>
<li>Emergency spill response use spill containment and spill kits</li>
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<b>What Size & Weight Do You Need?</b><br />
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<li>Brady SPC products are available in a wide variety of sizes and absorbency weights in many categories</li>
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Visit QSource.com’s <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/brady-worldwide-inc#Filter=[CategoryID=1655*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">Absorbents Department</a> to start building your SPCC plan. If you have questions about what your specific work area requires, you may contact us by phone (<b>800-966-6020</b>), <a href="mailto:qsales@qsource.com" target="_blank">email</a>, or via <a href="http://www.qsource.com/t-contact.aspx" target="_blank">our Web site</a>. We also offer a complete line of <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/brady-worldwide-inc#Filter=[CategoryID=1655*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">Brady Labeling and Identification products</a>.<br />
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These two reliable ionizers feature built-in automatic emitter point cleaners, adjustable fan speeds, and steady-state DC ionization. If you’re looking for a dependable solution for ionization, these units are a smart choice.<br />
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<b>SCS 9110-NO - BENCHTOP AIR IONIZER</b></h4>
The <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/?itemCode=9110-NO-S036" target="_blank">SCS 9110-NO 100-240 VAC Benchtop Air Ionizer w/Power Source</a> helps eliminate the build-up of static charges on insulative materials. It has an easy access cover for maintenance, a white powder-coated metal housing, and an illuminated power switch. In addition, it features the following specifications:<br />
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<li>AC/DC Power Adapter Power Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz - Power Output: 24 VDC, 2.5A</li>
<li>Operating Voltage: 24 VDC, 1.8 A maximum</li>
<li>Power Consumption: 14 watts (normal operation) 42 watts (auto cleaning operation)</li>
<li>Fuse: 2 QA, 250V, 5.2 x 20 mm glass tube</li>
<li>Ion Emission: Steady-state DC</li>
<li>Balance Voltage: ± 15 volt (25 ± 5°C, 45 ± 10% RH)</li>
<li>Decay Time: ≤ 2 sec</li>
<li>Air Speed: 500' per min (152 m/min)</li>
<li>Audible Noise: High fan speed: 54 dB (sustained), 57 dB (auto cleaning)/Low fan speed: 48 dB (sustained), 55 dB (auto cleaning)</li>
<li>Ozone Level: < 0.05 ppm</li>
<li>Certifications & Approvals: cULus, CE, RoHS, WEEE</li>
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<b>SCS 9310-NO - OVERHEAD AIR IONIZER</b></h4>
The <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/9310-NO-S036" target="_blank">SCS 9310-NO 100-240 VAC Overhead Air Ionizer w/Power Source</a> includes most of the same features as the 9110-NO Benchtop unit. In addition, its specifications include:<br />
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<li>Operating Voltage: 24 VDC, 2.5A maximum</li>
<li>Power Consumption: 43 watts (normal operation) 60 watts (auto cleaning operation)</li>
<li>Fuse: 5 A, 250V, 5.2 x 20 mm glass tube</li>
<li>Decay Time: ≤ 3.5 sec</li>
<li>Air Speed: 200' per min (61 m/min)</li>
<li>Audible Noise: High Fan Speed: 57 dB (sustained), 60 dB (auto cleaning)/Low Fan Speed: 46 dB (sustained), 51 dB (auto cleaning)</li>
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<b>Please Note:</b> Neither unit includes a power cord. The compatible <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/?itemCode=770000-S036" target="_blank">SCS 770000 North America Power Cord</a> is available separately.<br />
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<i>In Tom’s first Guest Blog for Q Source, he answers the question of GHS labeling for older chemicals.</i><br />
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Does your facility have chemicals that have been sitting on the shelf for a year or more? OSHA’s final Hazard Communication Standard deadline around the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals is quickly approaching. All customers must be fully compliant with the requirements, including those for Safety Data Sheets and chemical container labels, by June 1 of this year. Read on to learn if you need to re-label them with new GHS labels.<br />
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To answer this question, you first need to determine if you have chemicals on your shelves without GHS labels. Under GHS, OSHA required all chemical manufacturers to begin shipping their chemicals with compliant labels by June 1 of last year. OSHA also provided distributors with an additional six months (up to December 1, 2015) to make sure their inventories were updated and they were shipping chemicals with compliant labels. With this in mind, it’s entirely possible you may have ordered a chemical from your distributor before December of last year and received containers that have the previously used “right-to-know” or NFPA diamond labels.<br />
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Once you determine if you have older chemical containers without GHS labels in your facility, the next step is deciding whether you need to re-label them. The good news is that OSHA provides some guidance on this issue, explaining that “employers are not responsible for updating labels on shipped containers, even if the shipped containers are labeled under HazCom 1994.”<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">"</span>To answer this question, you first need to determine if you have chemicals on your shelves without GHS labels.<span style="font-size: x-large;">"</span></b></span></blockquote>
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Although you’re not responsible for updating older labels, you do have a responsibility when it comes to damaged labels or undisclosed hazards. OSHA explains that “the employer must re-label items if the labels are removed or defaced. However, if the employer is aware of newly identified hazards that are not disclosed on the label, the employer must ensure that the workers are aware of the hazards as discussed below under workplace labels.”<br />
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What sort of additional hazards may be undisclosed? NFPA 704 does not address hazards such as carcinogens (cancer causing) or mutagens (causing birth or genetic defects in the unborn child). However, the OSHA 2012 HazCom/GHS regulation does consider those hazards. Therefore, if you have an existing chemical that you know is a carcinogen, you also have to indicate that hazard and appropriate precautions on your label.<br />
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As with most regulations, the details are the key to understanding the appropriate actions to take. When it comes to employee safety, particularly with a new regulation, taking the conservative route with over-communication and thorough training is the ideal option. While you’re not required to re-label older chemicals, be sure the presence of the differing labels is made clear to employees to ensure they are safely handling all containers in your facility. As the full GHS implementation takes effect, these older containers will eventually be circulated out with future chemical orders and GHS-compliant labels will be used consistently.<br />
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<i>Thanks, Tom! Your valuable information is extremely useful for making educated chemical safety decisions. We look forward to your future contributions to the <i>Q Source Resource</i>.</i><br />
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Q Source, yesterday, increased its product offerings by adding <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/luxor-furniture" target="_blank">Luxor – H. Wilson</a> as a new manufacturer on QSource.com. Luxor – H. Wilson has been manufacturing quality innovative workspace product solutions for seventy years.<br />
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Luxor – H. Wilson are leaders in the production of a variety of products for use in work-intensive environments. More than 100 of these quality products are now available through Q Source, including:<br />
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<li>A/V, Mobile Flat Panel & Presentation Carts</li>
<li>LCD TV Stands/Mounts & Universal LCD TV Stands</li>
<li>Mobile Lecterns, Standup Presentation Desks & Standup Desks</li>
<li>Tablet Charging, Tablet/Chromebook Charging, Tablet/Chromebook Computer Charging Carts & Tablet Wall/Desk Charging Boxes</li>
<li>Mobile Marker, Mobile Glass Marker, Wall-Mounted Porcelain Marker & Wall-Mounted Marker Boards</li>
<li>Double-Sided Magnetic, Mobile Room Dividing Whiteboards & Mobile Magnetic Whiteboard Room Dividers w/Mesh</li>
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For more information about Luxor – H. Wilson products, and to make a purchase, please visit our <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/luxor-furniture" target="_blank">Luxor – H. Wilson Department at QSource.com</a>. You may also contact us by phone (<b>800-966-6020</b>), <a href="mailto:qsales@qsource.com" target="_blank">email</a>, or via <a href="http://www.qsource.com/t-contact.aspx" target="_blank">our Web site</a>.<br />
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<li>Reduces strain by liberating users from a fixed working position</li>
<li>Allows for natural upright body posture, which increases user comfort</li>
<li>Provides an entirely natural view of the subject by allowing ambient light to enter the eyes</li>
<li>Allows users to wear prescription or safety glasses</li>
<li>Next to no set-up required, which means no fiddly eyepieces to configure for each user</li>
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<li>Eyepiece-less technology provides users with better peripheral vision for tasks requiring hand-eye coordination</li>
<li>Enhanced 3D depth perception via freedom of head movement allows stunning image quality</li>
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<i>In Stephen’s first Guest Blog for Q Source, he discusses microscope users’ injuries and discomfort and ways to remedy these issues.</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Headaches are a common complaint of microscope users.</td></tr>
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Ask any seasoned microscope user about working with microscopes and they will often have stories of sore necks, headaches and “microscope eye,” seemingly caused by leaning over conventional stereo microscopes for prolonged periods. Such issues not only have a significant effect on users’ comfortable working, but their discomfort also affects concentration and, by association, the ability to perform tasks.<br />
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They are not alone, in a report of microscope users from the Federal Institute of Industrial Safety:<br />
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<li>33% reported stiffness and pain in movement</li>
<li>60% experienced headaches</li>
<li>40% had eye complaints</li>
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While it is hard to attribute every incidence of each complaint with the microscope, it is often the common factor. Specific attention can also be paid to eyepieces. Most conventional stereo microscopes produce a very small and bright exit pupil that requires the user to maintain a fixed viewing position very close to the eyepiece. This leads to areas of poor ergonomics, poor postural ergonomics, and poor optical ergonomics.<br />
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The requirement for a fixed viewing position can be helped by ensuring that the user’s workstation is correctly configured. To do this work from the ground up, adjust the user’s seat and bench height, have them stand and sample the position so that the final location of the eyepieces does not require the user to overextend or compress the neck. Don’t forget that it is often possible to raise either the sample or the entire stand, if needed. That dusty old text book that sits in the corner unused could be just what is needed to lift the sample to a better working height.<br />
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For optical ergonomics with eyepiece microscopes the situation is more complicated. Interpupillary distance, diopter adjustment, and eyepiece selection all sound complicated and can factor in the user’s comfort affecting eyestrain and headaches. The answer? Get rid of the eyepieces.<br />
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<b>NO EYEPIECE = GREATER COMFORT & PRODUCTIVITY</b> </h4>
Eyepiece-less systems, such as <a href="http://www.qsource.com/m-22-vision-engineering.aspx" target="_blank">Vision Engineering’s Mantis and Lynx ranges</a>, are designed with ergonomics at their core. Rather than small, restrictive exit pupils of conventional eyepieces, Mantis and Lynx ranges offer exit pupils that are up to 10 times larger. Those allow users freedom of movement and a natural comfortable working position.<br />
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When eye comfort is increased, by reducing refocusing and iris activity through a working position that is further from the microscope itself, it allows an equidistant direct view of the subject and inclusion of ambient light into the field of view. Where eyesight correction is necessary, the user can simply use their own spectacles allowing correction for conditions such as astigmatism that cannot be corrected through eyepieces.<br />
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Good ergonomics lead to comfortable users who are better able to concentrate for longer are less prone to illness or injury, and who experience ease of operation and enhanced ability to perform a task. More importantly, for many users it means that they can go home at the end of the day happy and pain free with the satisfaction of a job well done.<br />
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In conclusion, consider ergonomics when choosing your next microscope system to reduce user injuries, increase productivity, and ensure that users are at their best on the job.<br />
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The first step in a quality ESD control program is grounding your personnel. People walking in a facility and performing common tasks generate a static charge. If not grounded, the voltage accumulated through this charging may be transferred to your product and can cause significant or catastrophic damage to electronic devices.<br />
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The most common method for grounding people handling electronics is by using a wrist strap and coil cord. The wrist strap and cord transfer any voltage from the person to ground. When a wrist strap system is functioning correctly and worn properly, it is extremely difficult to accumulate more than a few volts on a person, which, in all but the most extreme cases, is not enough to cause damage to devices.<br />
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If the wrist strap system is malfunctioning or worn improperly, the voltage may continue to grow and accumulate to levels that can damage most electronic devices. Therefore, it is very important that the wrist strap system be tested on a regular basis to assure that it is functioning properly.<br />
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There are a number of ways that the wrist strap system can be tested, and the best method depends on the number of employees in the facility, the critical nature of the product (i.e., medical, aerospace, military, high value), and budget.<br />
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One of the most common methods for verifying wrist strap performance is the wrist strap/footwear test station. The test station(s) is placed near the entrance to the ESD Protected Area (EPA) and employees test their wrist strap to verify its operation before they are allowed to enter the EPA. The testers have a wide range of capability and costs. Some testers have a simple pass/fail indicator while other testers have digital readouts and data logging capabilities to record the test results for each employee. While these testers meet the requirements of regular testing of the wrist strap, there are a number of potential drawbacks:<br />
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<li><b>Test Frequency:</b> How often the person goes to the test station varies between companies. Some companies require testing at the beginning of each shift while others test every time the person leaves the work station for breaks. In each case, should the test indicate a failure of the wrist strap, there leaves a question as to when the failure occurred and how much product was handled with the failed strap. For high reliability and value products the customers of this company may want to know the disposition of the product that was handled during the time between tests.</li>
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<li><b>False Security:</b> When testing a wrist strap at a test station, only the wrist strap, cord, and person are tested at that precise moment. The situation could change once the operator reaches the work station. The operator could adjust the strap after testing, the resistance could increase due to dry skin conditions, or the ground jack at the work station could malfunction. All of these scenarios could lead to high voltage accumulation on the operator that would not be detected by the tester.</li>
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<li><b>Wasted Time:</b> Depending on the size of the company, there can be a line at the test station of employees waiting to test their wrist straps, effectively delaying the time they spend on productive activities.</li>
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<li><b>Record Keeping:</b> Most companies require their people to sign-in at the tester and record the results. There are some systems that automatically record and store the results after the employee has swiped their ID badge. Someone in the company still must maintain and review the test records to assure that everything is working as designed, which can be tedious and time-consuming.</li>
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To address these drawbacks, many companies are now using continuous monitoring to verify that the wrist straps are functioning correctly. Continuous monitors are located at the work station and provide an audible and visual indication when the wrist strap system malfunctions. Once the operator hears the alarm they do not touch the product until the problem is resolved and the system is functioning correctly. With continuous monitoring systems, you avoid waiting in line for testers, eliminate the extensive record keeping, and you remove doubt that the product may have been handled by an ungrounded operator. There are no more decisions to be made on what to do with product that was handled by ungrounded operators, as there is no longer any time between tests.<br />
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There are a few options available today for continuous monitoring. Some monitors will simply verify the operator wrist strap, while others will verify the wrist strap, the work surface ground, and possibly other equipment grounds.<br />
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<b>Capacitance/Impedance Monitors</b></h4>
Some continuous monitors use capacitance or impedance to verify that the operator is connected to the system. These systems allow the company to use the standard single-wire wrist strap and coil cord system and are typically the lowest cost option for continuous monitoring. These monitors operate by using a capacitance or impedance circuit to estimate the resistance of the operator wearing the wrist strap. Since the system is not making an actual resistance measurement, these systems can sometimes be fooled by high skin resistance of the operator and may provide false passes.<br />
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<b>Dual Conductor Resistance Monitors</b></h4>
Dual conductor resistance monitors use a special wrist strap and coil cord to incorporate the operator in a resistance measurement. Instead of the single conductor wire found on standard wrist straps, this monitor uses a dual-wire coil cord and a wrist strap that has two isolated halves. A voltage is sent down one of the wires and into the wrist strap. When the person is wearing the wrist strap properly, their skin completes the circuit and the signal returns down the second wire to the monitor. This system assures that the operator is electrically connected to ground.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Many companies are now using continuous monitors like Transforming Technologies Ranger Series.</td></tr>
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While dual conductor resistance monitors provide the most reliability, they also typically have the highest cost and require special wrist straps. A new series of dual-wire resistance monitors (from Transforming Technologies) are priced closer to the single-wire systems, but provide the reliability of dual wire. The <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/CM1601-T070" target="_blank">CM1601 Resistance Ranger</a> provides dual wire monitoring for a single operator, and the <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/CM1602-T070" target="_blank">CM1602 Dual-Wire Resistance Ranger</a> monitors the operator and one work surface ground. Transforming Technologies also offers great options for dual-wire wrist straps and cords that provide both excellent quality and value.<br />
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Simco-Ion’s lightweight, ergonomically designed <a href="https://www.qsource.com/brandsupplier/simco-ion-technology-group#Filter=[EntityIDs=@(16713)@*Sort=5*ava=0]" target="_blank">Top Gun™ 3 ionizing air guns</a> are available in 11 different configurations from QSource.com. These top-quality ionizing guns provide high blow-off force for rapid static discharge and efficient cleaning for a variety of industrial applications.<br />
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<i>In Craig’s debut Guest Blog for Q Source, he explains the importance of testing and monitoring of ESD grounding devices.</i><br />
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The first line of defense for protecting electronic devices and assemblies from damage due to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is to properly ground all personnel that come in contact with the product. When a person is effectively grounded, all of the voltage that accumulates on their body when moving rapidly travels to ground before it can affect the product.<br />
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The most common and reliable method for grounding operators is the wrist strap and coil cord combination. The conductive materials inside the wrist band contact the skin and transfer the voltage from the operator through the cord and to ground. When worn correctly, and tested or monitored, wrist straps are the preferred method for grounding people.<br />
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When grounding a person through a wrist strap, ANSI/ESD S20.20 requires the resistance of the person to equipment ground to be less than 3.5 x 107 ohm (35 meg ohm). Typically, the resistance to ground of a person properly connected with a wrist strap is just over 1 meg ohm (the value of the resistor in the cord assembly).<br />
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Wrist strap and coil cord assemblies need to be tested or monitored regularly. Some companies chose to test the wrist strap system one or more times per day at central testing stations (for example, the <a href="https://www.qsource.com/itemdetail/PDT800K-T070" target="_blank">PDT 800K Test Station</a>). Other companies opt to continuously monitor (using a device such as the <a href="http://www.qsource.com/p-26504-transforming-technologies-cm1602-rangertwo-series-dual-conductor-resistance-monitor-1-operators-1-mat.aspx" target="_blank">CM1602 Constant Monitor</a>) the wrist strap connection so that product is not handled if the grounding system fails.<br />
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There are situations, however, when being connected to a ground jack via a cord is not conducive to efficient or even safe operation. Operations that involve frequent transportation of product within the facility, as well as operations that involve machinery, present a challenge to the wrist strap and coil cord grounding method. In these cases, factories may use a combination of conductive flooring and foot grounders to effectively ground the operator.<br />
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The requirements for grounding a person through flooring and footwear have changed in the ANSI/ESD S20.20 2014 Standard. Previous versions of ANSI/ESD S20.20 provided you with two options. If the resistance from the person through the footwear, through the floor and to ground was less than 35 megohm, no further testing was necessary. If the resistance was greater than 35 megohm, you could still meet the requirements of the standard if the resistance was less than 1.0 x 109 ohms and you can demonstrate that the operators generate less than 100 volts. The latest version of S20.20 (ANSI/ESD S20.20-2014) requires the resistance test and the walking voltage test for qualifying flooring and footwear materials together. While many flooring and footwear options may pass the resistance test, it has been discovered that some combinations of floor materials and foot grounding materials do not work well together.<br />
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To test the walking voltage generation of flooring and footwear systems you use ANSI/ESD STM 97.2 Floor Materials and Footwear - Voltage Measurement in Combination with a Person. This test involves recording the voltage of a person while they perform a repetitive walking pattern. To record the voltage you can use a charge plate monitor with data recording capability, or a similar instrument with the same specifications listed in the test method.<br />
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Transforming Technologies developed the <a href="https://www.qsource.com/products/search/?Keyword=7100WT5000B-T070" target="_blank">Warmbier WT5000 Walking Test Kit</a> to meet the needs of the ANSI/ESD STM 97.2 test. The WT5000 is a battery-operated instrument that is easily transported to various areas of the factory floor. The system includes the trademarked data acquisition and analysis software “Digilloscope for Windows™.”<br />
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The WT5000 records the voltage on the operator while they are performing the walking steps called out in the standard. Once several repetitions of the pattern are complete, the software will provide the peak voltage and average value. The data is used to confirm compliance to standards and to determine the lowest possible voltage device (Human Body Model Discharge Threshold) that can be handled in the facility.<br />
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<i>Thanks for that very important information about ESD control and testing, Craig. We look forward to future Guest Blogs to learn from your expertise.</i><br />
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