August 2026
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Inside the August Issue |
High-Performance, Industrial Grade Lighting Remains Critical to Workplace Safety
Dialight, a developer of industrial LED
lighting, marked the 30th anniversary of
National Safety Month in June by highlighting
how high-performing, industrial grade
LED lighting can help reduce risks,
support compliance, and improve overall
operational efficiency in harsh industrial
worksites and conditions.
National Safety Month, established by
the National Safety Council, is a nationwide
initiative focused on reducing preventable
injuries, one of the leading causes
of workplace and community fatalities.
In industrial facilities, where employees
operate around heavy machinery, hazardous
materials, elevated workspaces and
around-the-clock production schedules,
visibility plays a critical role in reducing the
risk of injury or even death. In these intense environments, lighting must do far more
than simply illuminate a space.
Lighting must perform reliably in challenging
conditions, maintaining consistent
light levels and supporting workers in making safe and accurate decisions
throughout their shift. This year’s campaign
continues to focus on practical, action-
led safety improvements across
workplaces, roads, and communities.
Poorly lit environments are a key contributor
to slips, trips, falls and contact with
equipment, while inadequate illumination
can make it more difficult for workers to
identify hazards, navigate safely and perform
tasks accurately. Full story »
today's news
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Tarkett Refines Walk-Off Mat System Design
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