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< Back Are you at risk for genetic disease? Empower your health journey through genetic understanding with Samitivej Hospital 25 Sept 2023 Samitivej offers advanced medical-grade genetic screening with 99% accuracy, providing results, along with interpreted findings and specialist guidance. The insights gained from these evaluations help us to understand the risk of hereditary diseases, enabling proactive prevention. Discover more here: https://smtvj.com/45RLMq8 If your family has a history of heart disease or cancer, try Samitivej’s Family Tree Analysis for a risk assessment here: https://smtvj.com/3qZ3Sba You can also take advantage of an online consultation with a genetic counsellor, with the first 15 minutes for free, click here: https://smtvj.com/3sMFHNA ✅ Samitivej Virtual Hospital: https://smtvj.com/3hl47Wt ✅ Website: www.samitivejhospitals.com ✅ Twitter: https://lnkd.in/eSkR9z6 ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Samitivej/ ✅ LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/samitivejhospital ✅ Line OA: @SamitivejinterSamitivej To explore other news and activities from SweCham and our members, please visit: www.swecham.com Previous Next

< Back Trafficking Victim Protection in ASEAN by ASEAN-ACT and Rapid Asia SweCham member, Rapid Asia, who specialises in social research and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) consulting conducted an interesting research and published report. In 2023, Rapid Asia conducted the study on Trafficking Victim Protection in ASEAN. The full report can be found here . Previous Next

< Back Learn About Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) Bio-Circular-Green Economy Webinar 25 Jun 2024 On 18 June 2024, SweCham had the valuable opportunity to participate in an insightful webinar hosted by the Thailand Board of Investments (BOI) on ‘Doing Business in Thailand: Opportunities in the Bio-Circular-Green Economy’. The event commenced with inspiring opening remarks from Ambassador Arunrung Phothong Humphreys of The Royal Thai Embassy in Stockholm, followed by insightful contributions from Mr. Mats Gerlam, Investment Promotion Consultant at BOI. Following this, Mr. Thumrong Ampornratana, Bio and Medical Industries, Board of Investment (BOI) of Thailand delivered an interesting presentation on the BCG Model, providing deep insights into Thailand's sustainable development initiatives, especially the country's strategic vision to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero GHG emissions by 2065. Meanwhile, with a clear vision, the BOI is positioned to make a transformative impact by driving the Thai economy into the 'New Economy,' marked by innovative, competitive, and inclusive growth. Dr. Savanit Boonyasuway, BCG Model Committee, The Federation of Thai Industries, highlighted Thailand's ambitious goal to become a premier global industrial hub and lead the way in sustainability for ASEAN, especially across vital sectors such as Food and Agriculture, Medical and Wellness, Bioenergy, Biomaterials and Biochemicals, and Tourism and the Circular Economy. There are vast Thai and Nordic collaboration opportunities. Before the engaging discussion, the webinar included a valuable presentation by Mr. Kalle Riihinen, Chief Operating Officer of the Nordic Bio product group, offering profound insights into its evolution, challenges, and transforming low-value agricultural residues into high-impact and high-value solutions. Mr. Dmytro Triaskin, MD of Peikko Southeast Asia, followed with an insightful presentation on innovative construction methodologies for the energy sector and emphasised how these approaches make the building industry faster, safer, and more sustainable. The Bio-Circular-Green Economy initiative exemplifies a forward-thinking collaboration between Thailand and the Nordics. This partnership could introduce new opportunities for investment and take a step towards a greener, more inventive future! Previous Next

< Back Explore Thailand's Auto Industry: A Joint ILO-RAPID Asia Study on Decent Work and Responsible Business 21 Jun 2024 In 2023, Rapid Asia conducted research on ‘Decent work and responsible business practices in Thailand’s automotive manufacturing sector’ in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO). This research project thoroughly analyses Thailand’s automotive manufacturing supply chain, its status vis-à-vis decent work, and responsible business conduct. The findings highlight the global requirements for human rights due diligence and responsible business practices in global supply chains (including automotive). Meanwhile, the analysis emphasised disparities between categories in the automotive workforce and implications for the implementation of responsible business practices in the Thai automotive sector. To learn more about this report, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gbBetPdD Find out more at: https://rapid-asia.com Previous Next

< Back SUT Joins THE Digital Universities Asia 2023 by Times Higher Education 30 May 2023 On 9 May 2023, Dr. Sorachai Kamollimsakul, the Director of the Center for Educational Innovation and Technology at Suranaree University of Technology (SUT), represented the university at THE Digital Universities Asia 2023 event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The panel session titled ‘HyFlex education in VUCA world’ discussed the challenges of higher education in the face of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) in the world. Dr. Sorachai was one of the panellists, along with representatives from other universities. They discussed lessons learned from VUCA, the benefits of Hybrid Flexible (HyFlex) transformation in improving student learning, the integration of HyFlex approaches into institutional policy, and the risks and challenges associated with HyFlex education. Dr. Sorachai shared SUT’s experience in adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic by implementing HyFlex learning through their digital platform called XLANE, which offers a variety of micro-credential modular courses. These courses provide flexible, adaptive, and responsive learning experiences to prepare students for a VUCA world. Upon completion, learners receive digital certificates or badges with credits that can be applied towards a degree in the future. Photo credit: Suranaree University of Technology Source: http://cia.sut.ac.th/sut-joins-as-panelist-in-the-digital-universities-asia-2023-by-times-higher-education/ Previous Next

< Back SweCham Strives for a Sustainable Future! 7 Mar 2024 On Wednesday, 6 March, Dr Pojanath Bhatanacharoen , our Executive Director, and Khun Thittiya Sommana , our Events and Marketing Officer, had the pleasure of visiting C asean to discuss the details of the SX Sustainability Expo 2024. Hosted at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, the expo is the largest sustainability expo in ASEAN. Building on the success and positive feedback from last year's Sweden Pavilion at SX Expo, SweCham is excited to provide another opportunity for everyone to learn about Sweden's sustainable practices and how the country achieves sustainable growth through cutting-edge innovation at this year's expo. We also would like to thank the C asean Team, including Khun Sutthipun Nujjaya (Deputy Managing Director), Khun Soymook Yingchaiyakamon (Senior ASEAN Arts & Cultural Creation Associate) and Khun Rungsiya Kongngoen (ASEAN Arts & Cultural Creation Officer), for their kind hospitality during this meeting. We look forward to another successful collaboration! Please stay tuned for more details on this year’s expo! Previous Next

< Back SweCham Team's Gala Dinner Tasting Extravaganza at the Landmark Bangkok Hotel! 11 Jul 2024 As we gear up for our spectacular 35th Anniversary Gala Dinner on 9 November, the SweCham team is diligently preparing to ensure an unforgettable evening. On Tuesday, our preparations were supported by our President, Mr. Peter Björk, and our Vice President (Communications), Mr. Tomas Julin, at an exclusive gala dinner food tasting session. Representing the SweCham team were Dr. Pojanath Bhatanacharoen, Executive Director, and Khun Anantaya Kwanmuang, Administrative Officer. We received a warm welcome from Khun Jaruone Kheiwmanee, Director of Events, Khun Angkana Tangkrachang, Area Director of Sales and Marketing, and Chef Niklas Elfstrand who looks after the Banquets at the Landmark Bangkok Hotel . Chef Niklas, hailing from Sweden, brought a delightful fusion of Swedish and international flavours. We started with classic Skagen Toast and Salmon Roe, a fusion Crab Skagen with Tobiko and Asparagus, and the pièce de résistance: Variation of Skagen with smoked salmon on kavring baked from Chef Niklas’s grandmother’s special recipe—an exquisite showcase of Swedish heritage and creativity. The main course options included: Slow Cooked Australian Sirloin, Creamy Truffle Mash, Grilled Baby Cos Sesame Panko—deliciously tender and perfectly cooked. Pan-fried Red Grouper, Mussel Velouté, Creamy Mash, Pickled Zucchini, Tarragon—excellent texture and beautifully presented. Cauliflower Truffle Steak, Wilted Rocket, Truffle Sauce—tasty and filling for our vegetarian guests. For dessert, we indulged in the delicious and authentic Småländsk Ostkaka with Raspberry Crush and Brandy Cream. . The offerings were excellent, with authentic Swedish flair. A big thanks to the Landmark Bangkok Hotel for their warm hospitality and the outstanding dishes! We eagerly look forward to the Gala Dinner in November. . 🌟 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻’𝘁 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟯𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗲𝘁❓ 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗯 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆-𝗯𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘄❗ 🌟 👉 Sign up here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/swecham-35th-anniversary-gala-dinner Previous Next

< Back Bidding farewell to our outgoing intern, Erik 16 Jan 2024 SweCham Team would like to warmly thank Erik for his contributions to the Chamber over the past few months, particularly in participating in company visits, events, and meetings. He played an important role in assisting Team Sweden in promoting Swedish education and gathering business news to keep all members up to date. As his internship concluded last Friday, our team bid him farewell with a Fika, providing an opportunity for everyone to socialise once again. We would like to express our thanks to Erik for his contributions during his internship. It was a pleasure to see him engaging in Chamber projects and events. We wish him the best of luck in his future career! Previous Next

< Back SweCham Fun Day 30 Mar 2023 Last Friday, the SweCham team gathered for an exciting afternoon filled with fun activities to strengthen relationships and bid farewell to our Office Manager Khun Napavorn and our interns from Mahidol University International College Khun Aiyar and Khun Panupol. We enthusiastically embraced the event’s colourful theme and began by taking vibrant group photos at the Samyan Mitrtown tunnel. We then made our way to More Than A Game cafe, located in the bustling I’m Park shopping mall, for some board game fun. It was an excellent opportunity for the team to bond while having a blast. Later that evening, we headed to Yoong Khao Hom for a mouth-watering feast of Thai cuisine. The evening concluded with a delightful belated birthday cake surprise for our team members, Khun Amelie and Khun Anantaya, making the Team dinner even more memorable. Overall, the SweCham Fun Day/Team Building Day was a great success, as it provided everyone with a chance to connect, strengthen their relationships, and partake in fun activities together. Moreover, it was an ideal event to mark our team members’ departure and to wish them the best for future endeavours. Previous Next

< Back ‘Reward Yourself 2024’ by Samitivej Hospital 8 Jan 2024 Nurture Your Health, Reap the Rewards Explore Samitivej Hospital’s health check-up programmes with discounts of up to 80% Available through 29 February 2024 For more information, please visit https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/package/detail/Reward-Yourself-SVH Contact Samitivej Hospital Chat with them via LINE: @ Samitivejinter Call at 02-022-2222 Samitivej Virtual Hospital: https://smtvj.com/3hl47Wt Website: https://www.samitivejhospitals.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Samitivej Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Samitivej LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samitivejhospital/ Previous Next

< Back FOREO Pop-up Store at Siam Paragon 1 Mar 2024 FOREO Beauty Bar took over Beauty Hall Paragon in Thailand! FOREO blending up the perfect cocktail of technologies for each skin type and need. Visitors enjoyed exclusive product trials, personalised consultations, gorgeous GWPs, and so much more... Read the full article here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/foreo_foreo-beutytech-skincare-ugcPost-7167897527785140224-foIh?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop Previous Next

< Back 3 Principles For Selecting Chemical Protective Clothing 14 Mar 2023 When frontline workers are exposed to chemicals, they must wear the appropriate protective clothing for each application or task. However, there are numerous criteria to consider when selecting protective clothing against hazardous chemicals in the workplace. Due to a lack of safety knowledge and the sheer number of various chemicals to remember and of many similar products to choose and examine, the complexity may cause workers to choose inappropriate protective clothing. It’s hard to simplify the selection procedure, but there are 3 principles you can follow, to ensure the proper protection level of the garment for any hazardous working situation. 1. Qualified Garments First, make sure the PPE you use is a qualified product. Protective clothing is one of the most crucial Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when handling dangerous chemicals. There are many regulatory requirements defined by different countries. Furthermore, some areas require the application of their specific standards or certifications. Do not compromise your safety by using an unqualified PPE in a dangerous work environment. The most followed regulation for protective clothing is the CE standard. The CE standard has different requirements related to physical and chemical performance, including the fabric characteristics, joint part of clothing, repellency and penetration ability, and even the performance of the whole garment are covered. The other standard also known for chemical protection by most countries in the world is ISO 16602, protective clothing for protection against chemicals. Choosing a qualified product is all about assurance. It assures that the clothing you are wearing has been confirmed to meet the minimum performance requirements outlined in product standards. 2. Chemical Risk Assessment Some chemicals might only cause minor irritations. But most of the chemicals we use for modern industrial processes can cause damage to your skin. Choosing the proper protective clothing can be a choice of life or death. That’s why the chemical risk assessment process matters. It helps to identify the chemicals or combination of chemicals in a task or job requires. This includes assessing the job for chemical exposures and then selecting the appropriate chemical protective clothing. Here are the steps for risk assessment. Firstly, knowing the working procedure and finding out what are the chemical hazards. Before each task or job begin, it is always important to consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). You can find the instructions on what PPE to wear and the CAS number (unique numerical identifier of chemical elements) of the chemicals. Second, determine the process and the duration of the exposure. Depending on the various tasks or manufacturing equipment used in different applications, the chemical may spill out in various ways, such as a pressurized jet, splash, or a part of the body directly soaking in chemicals. Knowing these details allows you to choose the most suitable clothing design for you and the performance you need. Third, select an appropriate design. There is no such thing as a perfect design for protective clothing. Every design has a weakness. Instead, each manufacturer makes every effort to prevent leakage at the weak point through measures such as special fabric treatment, clothing pattern design, material improvement, or easy attachment/combination with other existing PPE. As a result, there are many unique designs on chemical protective clothing, such as sealed seam joints to prevent leakage through seam holes, double storm flap and zipper closure solution to reduce zipper risk, back entry system to minimize frontal risk, or attach gloves on the sleeve to reduce wrist gap, etc. Finally, select the appropriate protective clothing. Consider the above points, select the appropriate classification for chemical protection. Each regulation or standard may establish several classes to provide varying levels of protection. For example, the CE regulation specifies five types of disposable coveralls for various hazardous situations, with Type 3 and higher levels providing better chemical resistance. 3. Permeation Data When dealing with a chemically related work environment, the most important thing is that the fabric of protective clothing can prevent chemical permeation. Permeation refers to the penetration of chemicals that sipped through the barrier and into contact with the wearer’s skin. Breakthrough Time is the most important factor.Breakthrough time (BT) is defined as the elapsed time between the initial contact of a liquid chemical with the outside surface of the fabric and the time at which the permeation rate reaches a specific speed. It depends on many factors such as: Chemical barrier formulation Fabric material thickness The chemical concentration used The number of chemicals that come into contact with The time that the wearer is exposed to the chemical The temperature at which Most garment suppliers had tested the breakthrough time against various chemicals. Before entering the workplace, workers should check permeation data to see if this garment can protect them from the specific chemical they are dealing with. > 480 minutes Excellent. Recommended for all-day work. > 240 minutes Better. Suitable for medium exposure tasks and intermittent contact. > 120 minutes Good. Suitable for short exposure during use. > 60 minutes Acceptable. Mostly provide splash protection. < 30 minutes Barely protected. Change a new garment once contact with the chemical. < 10 minutes Not recommended for use. Table 1: Guideline of breakthrough time Here is a general guide for choosing the appropriate breakthrough time for protective clothing. The minimum requirement is that the breakthrough time should be longer than the duration of the expected working time. Conclusion It is critical to protect all frontline workers from chemicals in the workplace. When looking for a garment that can provide chemical protection, follow the 3 principles just mentioned. First, select a qualified PPE product to wear. Then take the chemical risk assessment for the task or job, especially the toxicity of the chemical you are dealing with. Last, check the permeation data of protective clothing and make sure the time is longer than the task required. Thus, you can find all your needs for selecting protective clothing against chemical hazards. Article Resource https://ultitec-protection.com/dc-lp4/3-principles-for-selecting-chemical-protective-clothing/About Pangolin At present, we distribute products both domestically and internationally. In the country, we have 18 showrooms and sales channels in the modern trade business groups, which is a leading building material retailer. We also have official dealers all over the country, including online marketing channels. For more information and enquiries about Pangolin: Website: https://pangolinonline.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pangolinsafety Line OA: https://lin.ee/i6ubuZE Email: sales@pangolin.co.th (Sale) shoponline@pangolin.co.th Tel. 02-2590320 extension 8907 (online staff) Previous Next