Malaysia International Building Materials & Construction Technology Exhibition 22-25 Sept 2011

Buildtech 2011 is the most trade show that specialises on focuses on the Building Materials, Building Structure, Construction Machinery, Electrical and Plumbing, Kitchen, Bathroom and Pool, HVAC and Hygiene, Safety and Security and Green Technology. This unique platform will gather all industry leaders and key players in the market in one place to showcase the latest technology in the construction and infrastructure sectors.

With the economy recovering and potential growth in Asia, the demand for building and construction products and services are highly sought for. Buildtech is the event of choice for companies to meet the decision makers and key opinion leaders in the building and industry.

•Joint venture between the two leading organization in the construction industry

•Professional organization and services

•Participation of all important market players

•Endorsement and support from key local and international associations

•Located in the business hub of Malaysia


For more info:

http://www.tradelink.com.my/buildtech/

About Food Safety 1 Malaysia Scheme (SK1M)

This food safety scheme is not new in Malaysia. However, the awareness and understanding of this scheme is quite low. Therefore, it prompted me to blog about this topic.

Food Safety 1Malaysia Scheme or better known as Skim Keselamatan 1 Malaysia (SK1M) has been announced since November 2010. The scheme act as the prerequisite for the halal certificate, or approved as a 1Malaysia Best product through a partnership between Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) as well as Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority(FAMA).

If we dissect the SK1M, it is basically consists of three types of schemes: Food Safety Inspection Scheme, GMP 1Malaysia Scheme (Good Manufacturing Practice) and HACCP 1Malaysia Scheme (Hazards Analysis and Critical Control Points).

The purpose of SK1M scheme is to facilitate the food industry in Malaysia to be recognized as the level of compliance with Food Hygiene Regulations 2009 gradually.
Recognition done by Ministry of Health (MOH) is free of charge. There will be Plant or site visit by the competent personnel from Ministry of Health (MOH) prior the issuance of certificate to the respective applicants to the scheme in ensuring the compliance to the established guidelines and checklists.

At the preliminary stage of scheme launching, it was not mandatory for respective food industries to obtain such certification. Nevertheless, in July 2011, MOH has decided to conduct SK1M inspection on each produces by Small & Medium Industry (SMI) start from 2014 in order to increase the food safety quality.

SMI food product samples are taken by officer (MOH) from the market at this moment. However after the enforcement of the scheme, sample will be taken directly from their factory or farm. Any Small & Medium Industry (SMI) including farmers who found to be violating the legal requirements for food safety shall be penalised under the Food Act 2006 and the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009.

Dilemma on on the right time to change current non compliance practices?
The time is now!
Take necessary actions now to ensure the assurance of food safety and most importantly, the sustainability of your own business!! The choice is yours!!

Further details:
http://fsq.moh.gov.my/v3/index.php?option=com_k2&view=itemlist&layout=category&task=category&id=43&Itemid=58
http://www.liowtionglai.com/blog/ViewComments.aspx?PostID=52d4e99b-3587-4520-8a6e-da73cabad07a
http://halalmedia.my/malaysia-introduces-food-security-scheme-as-halal-pre-requisite

Decoding the Classification of Medical Devices

Regulatory controls are intended to protect and safeguard the health and safety of patients. These controls were meant to ensure that manufacturers of medical devices adhere to specified procedures the product realization process which consist of designing, manufacturing and marketing. The higher degree of risk will result in more stringent regulatory control, taking account of the benefits offered by use of the device. Therefore, there will a necessity to classify medical devices based on their risk to patients, users and other persons.

The risk presented by a particular device depends substantially on its intended purpose and the effectiveness of the risk management techniques applied during design, manufacture and use. The risk presented by a device also depends, in part, on its intended user, its mode of operation, and/or technologies. In general, the classification rules are intended to accommodate new technologies.

The Classification of IVD Medical Device is based on the following criteria the intended use of the device as specified by the manufacturer the importance of the information to the diagnosis the impact of the result (true or false) to the individual and/or to public health.
Kindly refer to figure 1

3rd Business Excellence Global Conference & 17th Asia Pacific Quality Conferance in Singapore

The Singapore Productivity Association (SPA) and SPRING Singapore in collaboration with Asia Pacific Quality Organization (APQO) and Asian Productivity Organization (APO) is organizing the 3rd Business Excellence Global Conference & 17th Asia Pacific Quality Conference, with the theme 'Productivity - Enabling Business Excellence'.

Organisations often wonder how they can become more productive and work within the constraints of limited resources. Leveraging on the business excellence journey will help organisations increase their productivity to maximise their resources and build an internal capability, to effectively grow the business.

The conference will be held from 17th to 20th October 2011 at the Marina Bay Sands and brings together leaders from premier business excellence initiatives, BE award winners from around the globe and subject matter experts in business excellence and quality who will share best practices and insights in managing organisations for success in today's globalized environment. This will provide participants with a unique opportunity to gain a global perspective on best practices in Business Excellence.


CEOs, COOs, senior leaders, directors, dept heads, heads operating units, senior managers, professionals, executives, business /organisational excellence leaders/practitioners, from all businesses, industries and sectors

For more info, kindly log on to:
http://www.begcapqc.com/abt_be.html

QMR Conference 2011 in Malaysia

For more info, kindly log on to http://www.sqc.com.my/

Green Technology-What is it?

The term "technology" refers to the application of knowledge for practical purposes.

The field of "green technology" encompasses a continuously evolving group of methods and materials, from techniques for generating energy to non-toxic cleaning products.

The present expectation is that this field will bring innovation and changes in daily life of similar magnitude to the "information technology" explosion over the last two decades. In these early stages, it is impossible to predict what "green technology" may eventually encompass.

The goals that inform developments in this rapidly growing field include:

Sustainability - meeting the needs of society in ways that can continue indefinitely into the future without damaging or depleting natural resources. In short, meeting present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

"Cradle to cradle" design - ending the "cradle to grave" cycle of manufactured products, by creating products that can be fully reclaimed or re-used.

Source reduction - reducing waste and pollution by changing patterns of production and consumption.

Innovation - developing alternatives to technologies - whether fossil fuel or chemical intensive agriculture - that have been demonstrated to damage health and the environment.

Viability - creating a center of economic activity around technologies and products that benefit the environment, speeding their implementation and creating new careers that truly protect the planet.


Source:
http://www.green-technology.org/

The 2nd International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia (IGEM 2011)

For more info, kindly log on to http://www.igem.com.my/2011/