From food and drink containment to perfumes and colognes, glass and glass containers are an essential part of our day-to-day lives. It’s forecasted that 916 billion units of glass bottles and containers will be manufactured in 2028 alone. Throughout the production process, many caustic and corrosive chemicals such as ammonia, silane, and titanium tetrachloride are used which can cause severe harm in the event of a chemical spill. Worker safety must be maintained as a priority.

Light aircraft such as an Airbus A320 can hold 27,000 liters of fuel. While this is a staggering capacity, it pales in comparison to larger aircraft. The Boeing 777, for example, can hold over 100,000 liters of fuel which weighs over 80 metric tons. Regardless of aircraft size, the refueling process is extremely delicate and is conducted meticulously every time due to the severity of the dangers involved.

Danby quarry in Vermont is one the largest and oldest marble quarries in the United States, providing marble facades from the New York Public Library to The US Supreme Court. Marble and other natural stones are a highly sought after material, for their various uses across many industries. From architecture and paving, to sculptures, and even home furnishings. Stones such as granite are a versatile material used in the production of key infrastructures, such as roads, railways, bridges, and buildings. Natural stone has withstood the test of time as a construction material with buildings crafted in ancient times, such as the marble-crafted Roman Pantheon, still standing tall today.

The perfume industry continues to see significant growth, valued at $33 billion as of 2021. In the same year, the USA generated $7.97 billion of revenue, with an expectation of 3.08% annual growth between 2021 and 2025. The manufacturing process for cologne and perfumes involves the delicate extraction and mixing of several compounds, some of which have high concentrations that can cause harm to workers if mishandled. Therefore, providing workers with the appropriate safety equipment in the event of an emergency is vital to prevent lasting harm.

Remote location. Lack of a constant water supply. Extremes in temperature from -40°C to +45°C. Just some of the challenges faced by a customer in Kazakhstan looking for emergency safety showers. Find out how Hughes tailored a solution for this ‘super giant’ oilfield.

All industries face their own limitations which can make implementing safety equipment a challenging task. Over the years, Hughes have developed a product range to provide safety showers and eye baths that provide relief in any environment. However, often our customers bring us new challenges which require a bespoke service. At Hughes, we pride ourselves on working directly with our customers to understand their requirements and engineer the most appropriate solutions, whatever the demands.

The official Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1 and ends on November 30 and has the potential to cause widespread disruption along the Gulf Coast.
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