IEC Approves IEC 62333-4:2026 for Conductive Gaskets up to 110 GHz
IEC 62333-4:2026 now mandates 110 GHz shielding effectiveness testing for conductive gaskets — critical for 6G, quantum hardware & global OEM compliance. Act now.
EU REACH Adds Restrictions on Corrosion Inhibitors Containing Borates
EU REACH restricts borate-based corrosion inhibitors—zinc borate, calcium borate & polyborosiloxane—to ≤0.1% in metalworking fluids. Act now to ensure compliance by March 2027.
PSA-BV Launches First Carbon Label for Expansion Joints
PSA-BV Carbon Label: World’s first carbon footprint certification for expansion joints—covering full lifecycle emissions. Essential for metal fabricators, marine suppliers & low-carbon component makers targeting Singapore’s green port projects.
ASTM Launches Revision of F3405-26 for HIC Testing of High-Tensile Bolts in Offshore Applications
ASTM F3405-26 revision expands HIC testing for A490 high-tensile bolts to offshore oil & gas and floating wind—key for fastener exporters, material suppliers & EPC contractors.
KATS Updates Signal Barrier Import Inspection Rules
KATS Updates Signal Barrier import inspection rules: 100% EMI scanning required from Oct 2026. Avoid delays & costs — verify compliance now.
Xi'an–Rotterdam Grouting Mortar Cold-Humid Train Launched
Xi'an–Rotterdam grouting mortar cold-humid train launched — CPR-compliant, 42-day faster than sea freight. Discover how this rail innovation boosts EU-China construction material logistics.
DIN SPEC 33456-2:2026 Requires EPC Gen2v2 & AES-128 for CFRP Wrap RFID
DIN SPEC 33456-2:2026 mandates EPC Gen2v2 & AES-128 for CFRP wrap RFID—key for German bridge projects. Act now to ensure compliance, certification & market access.
Japan METI: Silicone Sealants Importers Face Dual-Certification Liability from Sep 2026
Silicone sealants importers to Japan face dual-certification liability (ISO 10993-5 & ISO 14644-1) from Sep 2026 — act now to avoid penalties, delays, and lost contracts.
US CBP Tightens Review of Structural Epoxy for Food-Contact Repairs
Structural epoxy for food-contact repairs now faces stricter US CBP review — discover how to ensure compliance with NSF/ANSI 51 raw data requirements and avoid shipment delays.
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- Vietnam Mandates Vietnamese SDS & VINAQ Certification for Structural Epoxy Imports from May 2026Vietnam mandates Vietnamese SDS & VINAQ certification for structural epoxy imports from May 2026—avoid port delays, ensure compliance now.Author : Dr. Elena Carbon
- GCC Smart Bridge Initiative Requires ISO 22300 Carbon Footprint for Silicone SealantsGCC Smart Bridge Initiative mandates ISO 22300 carbon footprint for silicone sealants—key for exporters, formulators & suppliers bidding on UAE, KSA, Qatar infrastructure projects.Author : Dr. Elena Carbon
- VINAQ Shortens Structural Epoxy SDS Certification to 5 DaysVINAQ shortens structural epoxy SDS certification to 5 days—but new TCVN 12388:2026 nanofiller migration testing is now mandatory. Act now to avoid delays.Author : Dr. Elena Carbon
- GCC Green Procurement Expands: Silicone Sealants Require Full LCA from July 2026GCC Green Procurement now mandates full LCA for silicone sealants from July 2026 — key for exporters, manufacturers & suppliers targeting UAE, KSA, Qatar infrastructure tenders.Author : Dr. Elena Carbon
- VINAQ Cuts Structural Epoxy Certification to 5 Days in VietnamVINAQ cuts Structural Epoxy certification to 5 days in Vietnam — but new nanofiller migration testing (TCVN 12389:2026) is now mandatory. Act now to avoid delays.Author : Dr. Elena Carbon
- Middle East Mandates LCA for Silicone Sealants in Green InfrastructureMiddle East mandates LCA for silicone sealants in green infrastructure — full life-cycle carbon reporting required from June 2026 for airports, metros & PV projects.Author : Dr. Elena Carbon
EMI Shielding
- IEC Approves IEC 62333-4:2026 for Conductive Gaskets up to 110 GHzMay 20, 2026IEC 62333-4:2026 now mandates 110 GHz shielding effectiveness testing for conductive gaskets — critical for 6G, quantum hardware & global OEM compliance. Act now.
- KATS Updates Signal Barrier Import Inspection RulesMay 20, 2026KATS Updates Signal Barrier import inspection rules: 100% EMI scanning required from Oct 2026. Avoid delays & costs — verify compliance now.
- KATS Advances Signal Barrier EMI Rule to Oct 2026May 19, 2026KATS Advances Signal Barrier EMI Rule to Oct 2026—urgent update for exporters, OEMs & compliance teams. Mandatory on-site Class A EMI scanning now required for all imported shielding products in Korea.
- Nano-Layered Shielding vs Foil Shields in High-Noise EnclosuresMay 18, 2026Nano-Layered Shielding vs foil shields: discover which solution delivers more stable EMI control, durability, and lifecycle value in high-noise enclosures.
- KATS Advances Signal Barrier EMC Rules to 2027May 18, 2026KATS advances signal barrier EMC rules to 2027—mandating IEC 61000-4-30:2025 Class A compliance. Critical for exporters, testers & integrators in data centers, 5G, and rail systems.
Seismic/Exp.
- Expansion JointsPSA-BV Launches First Carbon Label for Expansion JointsPSA-BV Carbon Label: World’s first carbon footprint certification for expansion joints—covering full lifecycle emissions. Essential for metal fabricators, marine suppliers & low-carbon component makers targeting Singapore’s green port projects.
- Shock AbsorbersEN 15129:2026 Revision Mandates Multi-Directional Seismic Time-History Testing for Shock AbsorbersEN 15129:2026 mandates multi-directional seismic time-history testing for shock absorbers—key for EU bridge & building compliance. Act now to secure CE marking by 2027.
- Expansion JointsPSA-BV Expand Green Port Certification to Offshore Wind PilesPSA-BV Green Port Certification now covers offshore wind piles—meet the ≤0.8 kgCO₂e/kg carbon threshold to unlock Rotterdam, Abu Dhabi & global port access.
- Expansion Joints130,000+ China-Europe Freight Trains; Zhengzhou–Hamburg Expansion Joints Special Train LaunchedChina-Europe freight trains hit 130,000+; Zhengzhou–Hamburg Expansion Joints Special Train launched — faster, safer, certified rail logistics for critical bridge infrastructure.
- ASTM Launches Revision of F3405-26 for HIC Testing of High-Tensile Bolts in Offshore ApplicationsASTM F3405-26 revision expands HIC testing for A490 high-tensile bolts to offshore oil & gas and floating wind—key for fastener exporters, material suppliers & EPC contractors.
- Self-Drilling Screws Wholesale: Fast Selection Tips for Mixed MaterialsSelf-drilling screws wholesale made simple: compare drill capacity, corrosion protection, head styles, and compliance tips for steel, wood, aluminum, and mixed-material projects.
- Titanium Structural Bolts Factory: Where the Premium Pays OffTitanium structural bolts factory selection is about more than price—discover how premium quality, traceability, and corrosion resistance reduce lifecycle risk and protect critical projects.