August 2026

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

Grainger Opens New Facility in Pacific NW

BSM Staff | 08.21.26

GRESHAM, OR -- Grainger, a broad-line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, is celebrating the grand opening of its Northwest Distribution Center.

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Centurion Aims for Higher-Ed Real Estate Work

BSM Staff | 08.21.26

ATLANTA -- Centurion Foundation has launched a national, higher education, real estate platform, expanding its work to support nonprofit institutions through strategic real estate, financing, development, ownership and facility solutions.

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CitroTech to Integrate GFS’ Fire Inhibitor

BSM Staff | 08.21.26

OCEANSIDE, CA -- CitroTech, a developer of fire-retardant solutions, is partnering with Global Fireproof Solutions to integrate its non-toxic, fire inhibitor across GFS's current businesses, bringing the technology to a broader range of geographies, customers and applications.

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Facilities Can Do More to Ensure Hygienic Hands

BSM Staff | 08.20.26

FORT COLLINS, CO – Facility managers routinely measure restroom operations, but rarely evaluate whether public handwashing systems actually support a complete hygienic handwash, according to the newly released 2026 Clean Hands Index.

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Sofidel Shares Back-to-School Hygiene Tips

BSM Staff | 08.20.26

HORSHAM, PA -- As schools return to full capacity, it’s a perfect time to reinforce proper hygiene practices. Sofidel, a provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, is sharing tips schools can use to reduce the spread of germs throughout the school year.

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