Piyush Bakshi

Piyush Bakshi holds a bachelor's degree in textiles engineering. An enthusiastic learner about the events that are shaping our times, Piyush has more than a decade's experience in writing on various niches, with a particular interest in healthcare, environment and distribution and warehousing.

Articles by Piyush Bakshi

• The keys to preventing lead exposure

  Thursday, November 05, 2015

  ​​Lead is among the six common air pollutants that impact air quality in America, according to the EPA. The others are particulate matter, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, ozone and sulfur dioxide. Once upon a time, unleaded gasoline used in vehicles was the biggest source of lead in the air. However, over a period of two decades from 1980 to 1999, the EPA managed to bring down lead pollution from the transportation sector by 95 percent. Today, the most common sources of lead emissions include lead smelters, metal processing units, waste processing units and lead-acid battery manufacturers.

• 6 crucial considerations with dental veneers

  Tuesday, October 27, 2015

  Porcelain veneers make it possible for you to possess the smile of your dreams. Working with porcelain veneers requires skill, and if done wrong, the result can be traumatizing for the subject. Here is a quick checklist of what cosmetic dentists need to keep in mind when working with dental veneers.

• The importance of ergonomics in a distribution center

  Tuesday, October 20, 2015

  Musculoskeletal disorders are twice as common in the warehousing and distribution sector as they are with other private-sector industries. Ergonomically designed distribution centers can not only help bring down incidences of injuries to workers, but also cut down the amount paid in compensation by the business to workers.

• Online videos creating dangerous new trend of DIY braces

  Monday, August 31, 2015

  ​What's the difference between wearing shoes and wearing dental braces? You can put on your shoes by yourself, but try wearing braces on your own and you risk losing your teeth. A do-it-yourself attitude is often a good thing, but when it extends from installing a sink in the kitchen to straightening your teeth, then it's is an overreach that can affect your health and appearance.

• 3 areas to save on energy costs in the warehouse

  Tuesday, August 25, 2015

  Warehouses are no longer just storage spaces meant for holding goods. Smart warehouses today have evolved into centers of sophisticated operations, and the energy requirements of these huge spaces have consequently gone up.

• Lessons in waste management from Sweden

  Tuesday, August 18, 2015

  What is the one country in the world actually imports garbage from its neighbors? Sweden. Why? Because its waste management system is so efficient that less than 5 percent of the nation's waste enters landfills. Less than 1 percent of household waste reaches landfills.

• How biogas can help America on its path to energy independence

  Thursday, June 04, 2015

  Biogas is produced when organic matter undergoes anaerobic decomposition. Its primary component is methane, a powerful greenhouse gas with 21 times the heat-trapping capacity of carbon dioxide. Biogas plants provide excellent disposal for agricultural waste, such as manure from cattle and pig farms, wastewater and organic waste from urban settings, such as food, oil, fats and yard clippings.

• How do e-cigarettes affect oral health?

  Tuesday, May 05, 2015

  The quest for bringing down tobacco use by providing alternative systems for delivering nicotine has given rise to e-cigarettes — electronic cigarettes that can be smoked when the cravings for a puff become too strong to control.

• Examining the environmental impact of the California drought

  Thursday, April 23, 2015

  2014 was the driest year in the history of California since records were first maintained in 1885. Some researchers estimate that the year may have been the driest in the past 400 years, and the drought situation will only worsen in 2015. Experts predict the state's water reserves will hold out for another 12 months — at most.

• The business case for forklifts powered by hydrogen fuel cells

  Tuesday, March 17, 2015

  Hydrogen fuel cells as a source of power have piqued the interest of the distribution and warehousing sector. The energy is renewable and sustainable, and it offers a viable alternative to lead-acid batteries for powering forklifts.

• Salivary diagnostics: What your spit can reveal about you

  Tuesday, March 03, 2015

  ​The origins of saliva diagnostics go back some 60 years when it was found that people suffering from cystic fibrosis had above-normal levels of calcium in saliva. However, despite of carrying a number of biomarkers for systemic and local conditions, the field of salivary diagnostics had languished until a few years back.

• The environmental benefits of LED lighting

  Friday, January 30, 2015

  ​Light bulbs that use LED technology not only bring down your energy bills but are also more environmentally friendly when compared to incandescent bulbs and compact fluorescent lights (CFLs). Both the manufacture and use of LED bulbs causes less damage to the environment than the other two alternatives.

• 5 steps for choosing the right warehouse management system

  Monday, December 15, 2014

  ​An efficiently run warehouse contributes immensely to a smooth supply chain and, ultimately, customer satisfaction. An integrated warehouse management system (WMS) enables streamlined warehousing operations, reduced wear and tear of machinery, efficient space utilization, and better inventory management.

• 6 useful mobile apps for dental practitioners

  Thursday, December 04, 2014

  When it comes to oral healthcare, apps are excellent tools that help dentists educate themselves and patients, connect with patients, and stay abreast of the latest in their field. Among the most popular downloads on the two leading operating systems — Android and iOS — here are six cool dentistry and oral health apps for you to choose from.

• The case for environment-friendly e-waste recycling and disposal

  Wednesday, December 03, 2014

  According to a study by StEP Initiative, the volume of e-waste generated around the globe by 2017 will be around 66 million tons. The U.S leads the world in generation of electronic waste, with nearly 10 million tons generated each year and each American contributing around 66 pounds.

• Retailers shoring up supply chains to avoid last year’s holiday mess

  Tuesday, November 04, 2014

  As the holiday season approaches, retailers are working diligently to get right the crucial elements of logistics and supply chain so that customer expectations of timely delivery and customer service are met. Why so much extra effort?

• Ebola and the risk of exposure for dentists

  Monday, November 03, 2014

  ​Even though at present there have only been four confirmed cases of Ebola in the United States, it is possible that hundreds of Americans have been exposed to the virus within the country and in West Africa. What should dental offices do if they suspect a patient may have Ebola?

• The use of microbes for soil remediation

  Friday, October 17, 2014

  ​The use of microbes such as bacteria and fungi for soil rejuvenation is a form of environmental remediation. The objective of microbial remediation is to remove soil contaminants and pollutants.

• Career opportunities with prosthodontics

  Friday, October 10, 2014

  Prosthodontics, or prosthetic dentistry, treats dental issues such as missing or deformed teeth, trauma from accidents or birth defects. In the United States, the cosmetic dentistry market is worth $3 billion, and prosthodontists are uniquely placed to take advantage of this growing market.

• How to choose a mezzanine system for your warehouse

  Wednesday, October 08, 2014

  Mezzanines allow warehouses and distribution centers to increase usable area without leasing additional space or moving operations to larger warehousing facilities. Your business saves on rent, moving costs and also possible property taxes.

• The impact of household cleaners on the environment

  Wednesday, October 01, 2014

  A 2011 survey by Statistic Brain revealed that the average American household spent $42 per month on household cleaning supplies. These include laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid, furniture polish, bleach, insecticides and air fresheners.

• Supreme Court to decide future of teeth whitening industry

  Tuesday, September 23, 2014

  Teeth whitening and bleaching procedures are driving growth in the American dental hygiene market. Teeth whitening alone is a $11 billion business. However, all is not well within this lucrative sector. Battle lines between nondentists and dentists, first drawn in 2005, grow deeper by the day.