Refractory Mixer Pump Combos: Safety Insights for 2025 Installations

Refractory Mixer Pump Combos: Safety Insights for 2025 Installations

High-pressure mixer pump combos, such as the EZG Hog Pump Mixer Combo Units (HPMC-220 & HPMC-110), revolutionize refractory material handling. But their operation demands strict adherence to safety guidelines—especially when units are raised or used in elevated positions. Safety Concerns When Operating Mixers in Raised Positions Stability and Site Grading: Verification of Safety Limits: Operator…

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2025 PPE Requirements: What Refractory Contractors Need to Know

2025 PPE Requirements: What Refractory Contractors Need to Know

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated its Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards effective January 2025, with a strong focus on ensuring all workers—regardless of body type, gender, or build—receive proper protection. For refractory contractors working in hazardous environments, these updates mean new responsibilities and better safeguards on the job. Why PPE Fit…

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Fall Protection and OSHA’s 2025 Standard Updates—What Contractors Must Know

Fall Protection and OSHA’s 2025 Standard Updates—What Contractors Must Know

Falls remain the leading cause of construction injuries and fatalities each year. For contractors working in the refractory and industrial maintenance sectors, where elevated platforms and confined furnace environments are common, the risk is especially high. Recognizing this ongoing hazard, OSHA introduced updated fall protection standards effective January 2025. The revisions aim to tighten compliance…

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