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Investigators looking into whether 'hazardous chemical reaction' caused Givaudan plant explosion
"We have seen this kind of incident before, and it often is because of a decomposition chemical reaction inside of the vessel," Lauren Grim said.
Federal investigation board releases update on Givaudan explosion in Louisville
Investigators from the U.S. Chemical Safety Board and Hazard Investigation Board released an update Thursday that offers new details about the Givaudan Sense Colour factory explosion that killed two workers and flung debris hundreds of feet away into residential areas in November.
Federal investigators release latest findings in deadly Givaudan plant explosion in Louisville
According to the board's latest report, released Thursday, problems at the plant started around 2 p.m. Nov. 12, the day of the explosion.
Chemical Safety Board releases update on what lead to deadly Givaudan explosion
The CSB found the reactor vessel’s automated vent valve was almost fully closed after the blast. The valve is supposed to automatically open to relieve pressure.
New report details what led to deadly explosion at Louisville plant last year
It’s been more than three months since an explosion at a plant in Louisville left two dead and several others injured.
CSB investigators: Automated vent valve on reactor was almost fully closed after Louisville plant explosion
CSB investigators discovered the reactor vessel's automated vent valve was almost completely closed, and that it was designed to open so it could relieve pressure and maintain the setpoint.
WLKY Investigates: What caused the explosion at a plant in Louisville?
What caused the explosion at a plant in Louisville?
'The vent didn't open': Community heartbroken over reported equipment failure minutes before Givaudan plant explosion
"The employees were doing everything they were supposed to... it was the equipment that malfunctioned, which means it's ...
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Clifton residents react to federal Givaudan investigation
An ongoing investigation by the U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) finds that in just 16 minutes, the container exploded. The ...
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NPEW 2025 live: Givaudan talks gut-brain axis and the surge in science-based consumer demand
At Natural Products Expo West (NPEW) in California, US, we speak to Givaudan’s global product manager for branded ingredients, Dan Souza, about what the company is doing at the show this year. He ...
Givaudan explosion 'should not have happened,' report says
According to the report, crews tried everything to prevent an explosion, but the pressure was more than three times higher ...
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Clifton neighbors still fighting for answers in aftermath of Louisville's Givaudan plant explosion
One of the greatest frustrations for residents has been the lack of coordination between agencies and stakeholders.
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Spring’s Biggest Fragrance Trends Are as Diverse as They Are Delicious
Black or green, Earl Grey or oolong, tea-scented fragrances are spring’s trendiest note. Fresh yet comforting, earthy yet ...
Givaudan (VTX:GIVN) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To CHF70.00
The board of Givaudan SA ( VTX:GIVN ) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of CHF70.00 on the 26th ...