3/27/2007
The Wercs, Ltd. Launches REACH 1 2 3
Software Modules Released to Help Organizations Seamlessly Comply with REACH
Albany, NY - March 27, 2007 - The Wercs, Ltd., the global leader in material safety data sheet (MSDS) authoring software, announced today the launch of REACH 1 2 3. Driven by the needs of global manufacturers to comply with REACH (Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals) requirements, REACH 1 2 3 is suite of software modules developed to capture and analyze the critical data needed to get a head start on REACH compliance.
Starting in 2007, all chemical companies that are manufacturing or importing chemicals in volumes greater than one ton in the EU will be subject to REACH legislation. REACH legislation will require affected manufacturers to gather and report comprehensive data on physical, chemical, toxicological, and eco-toxicological properties of all chemicals manufactured in or imported into the EU. Failure to register will mean that the chemicals cannot be manufactured in or imported into the European market.
REACH 1 2 3 is a suite of software tools specifically developed to ease the process of becoming REACH compliant. Specifically, it allows manufacturers to easily capture critical data, make decisions by analyzing this data, and push this data to the IUCLID 5 database. The IUCLID 5 database was developed by the EU to provide an electronic method to register chemicals under the REACH guidelines. Specifically, IUCLID 5 will serve as the central database for the storage and retrieval of detailed hazard information of chemical substances.
"The EU estimates that there will be close to 30,000 companies registering more than 100,000 substances," said Lou DeSorbo, president of The Wercs, Ltd. "Most of these organizations will spend millions of dollars on developing software tools and databases to expedite the REACH compliant process. REACH 1 2 3 is a more comprehensive alternative to developing an in-house system, and is built on 23 years of global hazard communication experience and expertise. REACH 1 2 3 gives manufacturers a head start to REACH compliance."
REACH 1 2 3 is primarily comprised of three main modules which integrates into an organization s IT infrastructure. The Wercs Substance Information Management System (WercsSIMS) provides the critical capability for chemical manufacturers to manage the substance information data associated with their suppliers. Manufacturers will be able to seamlessly cross-reference their products with this established database to assess which chemicals will be impacted by REACH. In addition, manufacturers will be able to see the impact certain chemicals will have on their formulations.
WercsSIMS seamlessly plugs into the IUCLID 5 database through its IUCLIDSync module. This connection eliminates the need for manually uploading data and allows the data to be controlled and transferred between IUCLID 5, the Chemical Safety Report and extended SDS without significant rework. WercsDownstream is a portal that helps end users and manufacturers communicate effectively. This portal allows end users to check if risk management measures included in the extended SDS are relevant to his or her conditions of use. And, it allows end users to communicate back to the supplier new uses of the product.
The net result of REACH will be accurate hazard communication through material safety data sheets (MSDS). Based on the new REACH requirements, manufacturers may have to create "extended" SDSs for certain products. The Wercs automated authoring tool provides detailed information on accidental release measure, handling and storage, exposure controls, personal protection and disposal using supplier specific exposure scenario and uses.
About The Wercs, Ltd.
Established in 1984, The Wercs, Ltd. streamlines hazard communications and advances business process innovation through its material safety data sheet (MSDS) authoring solution, The WERCS (Worldwide Environmental & Regulatory Compliance Solution). The company offers an authoring solution for companies regardless of size and geography. For more information on The Wercs, please call 1-800-572-6501 or visit them on the web at www.thewercs.com.