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Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect the communities, facing various risks in their line of duty. To ensure safety, it's crucial that the gear remains in top-notch condition.  3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material, Series 5680 Fire Coat Comfort Trim, plays a significant role in enhancing visibility during firefighting operations. However, like any other equipment, wear and tear may occur over time, necessitating proper inspection and repairs. Here are some ways to tell when it’s time for replacement. Wear Patterns These patterns, along with buckles or minor lifting, may or may not require immediate repair Buckling and lifting of segments in reflective material are relatively rare but can occur, especially during use in a fire. Other wear patterns may include corner damage or minor abrasions. These patterns, along with buckles or minor lifting, may or may not require immediate repair. According to NFPA 1851 guidelines, the verified Independent Service Provider (ISP) has the discretion to determine whether these wear patterns need repair. Process of re-lamination In cases where buckles or lifted segments are identified during routine service, re-laminating these segments is recommended. The process of re-lamination restores the reflective material's functionality and appearance, ensuring that it continues to serve its intended purpose effectively.  For larger buckles, re-lamination may create a hard wrinkle on the reflective material. Although this doesn't significantly affect reflectivity, the department might prefer to replace the affected segments entirely for esthetic reasons. Looking Ahead The manufacturers of the gear and its components hold the final authority on the proper repair Fires involve the combustion of various materials, releasing toxic substances into the air. When they enter burning structures or fight wildfires, they're exposed to a toxic cocktail of gases, particulate matter, and harmful chemicals. Inhaling these substances can lead to acute and long-term health effects. It's essential that any repairs should be carried out in line with the requirements of NFPA 1851 and under the guidance of the garment manufacturer or a verified ISP. The manufacturers of the gear and its components hold the final authority on the proper repair of wear or damage to the supplied gear. 3M™ Scotchlite™ Technical Service Gear Wash understands wear patterns and knows when and how to carry out repairs. It is essential for maintaining the gear's performance and ensuring firefighter safety. By following NFPA 1851 and collaborating with 3M, they can ensure that the department has the best protection possible while serving the communities. Remember, safety is a shared responsibility, and properly maintained gear is a small but significant step in safeguarding those who protect them. For further questions, users can contact their local 3M™ Scotchlite™ Technical Service, or at Gear Wash.

3M has announced the appointment of Bryan C. Hanson as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the independent health care company, when it is spun off from 3M. Bryan Hanson will join 3M on Sept. 1 as CEO of the Health Care Business Group. Hanson comes to 3M from Zimmer Biomet, a global MedTech innovator with annual revenue of more than US$ 7 billion. He has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since 2017, and Chairman since 2021. Extensive industry experience Bryan Hanson is a proven executive with a track record of successfully leading, growing, and transforming global medical device businesses to achieve greater innovation, commercial success, and driving value for customers, patients, and shareholders. “We are pleased to have Bryan join us to successfully complete the spin-off of our Health Care business and build a leading independent medical technology innovation company,” said Mike Roman, 3M Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), adding “His industry expertise, ability to drive growth, and track record of building a strong culture and teams will make an immediate impact.” New CEO of 3M’s Health Care Business Group 3M’s Health Care Business Group, with US$ 8.4 billion in sales in 2022, is a diversified health care technology group with a deep and diverse portfolio of trusted brands, global capabilities, and leadership in attractive end market segments such as wound care, oral care, health care IT, and biopharma filtration. I am honored and excited to join 3M's Health Care Business Group at such an important time" As a standalone business, Health Care will be well-positioned to deliver industry-leading innovation that enables better, smarter, and safer health care for patients worldwide. “I am honored and excited to join 3M's Health Care Business Group at such an important time in its evolution,” said Bryan Hanson, adding “I have a deep respect and admiration for what 3M has built in health care – strong brands, quality products, commercial excellence, and customer-driven innovation.” Build on legacy of leadership and medical innovation Bryan Hanson continues, “I look forward to working with the team to more deeply understand and realize the potential of our business, as we accelerate our path forward, and build on a legacy of trusted leadership and medical innovation.” Prior to joining Zimmer Biomet, Bryan Hanson was Executive Vice President and President of Medtronic's Minimally Invasive Therapies Group, where he oversaw and provided strategic direction to an approximately US$ 9 billion business. Served in a number of executive roles Prior to Medtronic, he served in a number of executive roles of increasing responsibility at Covidien. In 2013, he was named Group President of Covidien’s Medical Devices business. In 2011, as Surgical Solutions Group President, Hanson transformed two of Covidien’s largest divisions — Energy-based Devices and Surgical Devices — into one global business unit. Bryan Hanson serves on the Board of Directors of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. Bryan Hanson serves on the Board of Directors of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. He also serves on the board of the Advanced Medical Technology Association, is a member of its International Board Committee and Chairs the China subcommittee. He is a Director Emeritus of the Americares Board of Directors, an emergency response and global health organization committed to saving lives and building healthier futures for people in crisis. Carrie Cox named Chairman of the Board of Directors 3M also announced that Carrie Cox, a Health Care Industry Veteran, will serve as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the independent Health Care Company. Cox currently serves as the Chairman of the Board of Organon, and on the Boards of Directors of Cardinal Health, Selecta BioSciences, and Texas Instruments. She previously served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Humacyte, which she joined in 2010. She also served for 10 years on the board of Celgene (2009-2018) until its sale to Bristol-Myers Squibb. Wide medical industry experience Carrie Cox spent her early career at Sandoz Pharmaceuticals (now Novartis) in a variety of commercial roles. She was later President of Global Prescription Business at Schering-Plough, Senior Vice President of Global Business Management at Pharmacia & Upjohn, as well as Vice President of Women's Health Care at Wyeth-Ayerst. She is a graduate of the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Carrie is an ideal choice to lead the Board as Health Care becomes an independent company" “Carrie is an experienced leader with a deep understanding of health care across different sectors of the industry,” said Mike Roman, adding “She has been serving as an advisor to 3M, and played a key role in the selection process of Bryan as CEO. Carrie is an ideal choice to lead the Board as Health Care becomes an independent company.” “I am grateful to Mike and the 3M Board of Directors for this opportunity to help shape and lead a health care company that builds on the best of 3M and has the flexibility to invest in future growth opportunities,” said Carrier Cox, adding “I look forward to working with Bryan and the team to create value for customers and patients around the world.” Monish Patolawala appointed 3M President and CFO Monish Patolawala is appointed 3M President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective Sept. 1. In this role, he will add responsibility for executing country prioritization and country governance to his current responsibilities which include leadership of finance, information technology, office for separation management for the upcoming spin off of Health Care, office for project management as the company executes on announced actions, enterprise strategy, and 3M's global service centers.   “This appointment strengthens our leadership of the strategic priorities that will improve our performance and build a stronger 3M,” said Mike Roman, adding “Monish is a key leader in our transformation, and I am confident in his leadership as we work together to deliver on our commitments to our customers and shareholders.”

When faced with replacement or repair decisions, Nash customers are increasingly considering remanufactured equipment. This is partly because Gardner Denver has such a large installed base of NASH CL and 904 products. Many of these customers are comfortable with the older product lines that have been reliably working in their facilities for many years. Staying with the older models has the added benefit of limiting the number of spare parts they need to keep. The lower cost and shorter lead times, paired with the Gardner Denver Nash performance guarantee, make using a remanufactured pump an easy decision for most. customized solution The one drawback to this approach is that many of these customers need more than just a remanufactured pump. Additional requirements include things such as new accessories, complete packages, and custom drawings. That’s where the Nash engineering teams come in. Depending on the customer’s specific needs and expectations, a customized solution can be offered through engineering and design support from Bentleyville, Pennsylvania, and other locations worldwide. stainless steel clad CL-6001 The stainless steel clad CL-6001 went to Bentleyville, where it was assembled into a stainless steel once-thru package A recent order from 3M, located in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a good example of Bentleyville’s team working together with multiple service centers to successfully execute such a project. The stainless steel clad CL-6001 was remanufactured in the Houston Service Center and performance tested at the St. Peters Service Center. The pump then went to Bentleyville, where it was assembled into a stainless steel once-thru package, with a synchronous belt drive on a common base and all of the necessary accessories for drop-in installation.  coordination and communication There is a significant amount of coordination and communication that occurs behind the scenes to secure and execute these types of orders. This starts with the sales force that identifies potential opportunities and passes the required information to both the local service center and the engineering team. From there, the team works closely with the service center to develop the best approach for each project. Some projects only require some parts, some are partially assembled systems and others are fully piped packages.  custom-designed systems Many of the projects can utilize existing standard drawings, but some jobs require custom-designed systems, utilizing the engineering and design team.  Regardless of the customer’s requirements and expectations, because of the close cooperation between sales, the service centers, and the engineering team, these needs are being successfully met. The 3M package is just one example of this teamwork and exemplifies Nash’s versatility in an ever-changing environment.