Feature Health & safety: PPE New approach lets workers to tailor respiratory requirements
Scott Safety, a specialist in the design, manufac- ture and supply of gas detection, respiratory and other personal protective equipment, launched an innovative approach to choosing respiratory protection at the Safety and Health Expo this month that allows workers to tailor their respira- tory solution to their requirements, ensuring maximum user acceptance and protection. Designed as a ‘Pick and Play’ solution, the new Modular PAPR system allows users to select from interchangeable blowers, headtops and hoses to ensure they can access the most appropriate respiratory protection solution for their needs. The range includes the Proflow SC and Tornado powered air respirators. The Proflow offers an intelligent, easy to use solu- tion and the Tornado provides filtered air for the
widest range of industrial applications as diverse as industrial welding, agriculture and waste disposal. ATEX versions are available for both Proflow
and Tornado units for use in potentially explo- sive atmospheres. Scott Safety’s Spirit Powered Air Respirator is also part of the modular PAPR system. The Spirit is the next generation in powered air purifying respirators that provides advanced protection in almost any environment. Scott Safety also displayed itsProtégé ZM Single Gas Monitor, demonstrated its products from its PPE range, including the refreshed Zone hearing range. The First Base 3 bump cap range was be on display. Scott Safety
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Welding safety eyewear with perfect clarity
ESAB’s welding safety eye wear is said to combine the highest standards of eye protection with the ultimate in wearer comfort. All ESAB spectacles use a polycarbonate to provide protection against impact as well as UV, IR rays and visible glare. This com- bination is again featured in the new OrigoTM Spec range. A replacement for ESAB’s successful Pro range, the Origo Specs conform to EN 166 and have an optical rating of 1, mean- ing no distortions and perfect clarity – essential for close-up welding operations. There is a variety lens configurations, with the highest optical class and featuring a special hard coating on the lens to prevent scratching. The hard coated lens also pro- motes longer service life and unimpaired vision. Soft touch temples put less pressure on the user's head and diminishes the risk of headaches. At only 24 grams, the light- weight, wrap-around style offers both comfort and good protec- tion from all angles. Other features include an integral neck cord, non-slip nose pads. ESAB
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New glove range takes users’ needs into account Arco
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Arco, the specialist in safety equipment and workwear, has launched a new range of Arco Comfort Gloves in response to end user research that revealed the three most important features for customers were functionality, protection and comfort. Paul Lyons, product and pro- curement manager for Gloves at Arco, explains: “Whilst hand injuries are not generally life- threatening, they can seriously impact a workers quality of life and their ability to work. The key to keeping hands safe at work is not just the appropriate level of protection, but also comfort. If gloves are too heavy, rigid or bulky they might cause the wearer’s hands to sweat more, cramp or grow tired quickly and this raises non-compliance issues. No matter how protective the
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safety gloves, they are ineffective if workers remove them because they are uncomfortable. In response to end-user research, we have launched the new Arco Comfort Range that offers the wearer protection whilst retaining both comfort and functionality.” The Arco Comfort Range fea- tures a selection of gloves suit- able for a variety of applications and have each been manufac- tured from the thinnest, most lightweight yarns, offering pro- tection against mechanical risks, sharp objects and thermal haz- ards. The ergonomic glove designs place increased empha- sis on comfort. There are four gloves in the range, each suitable for a range of working conditions and each glove has been tested and approved to meet all relevant European safety standards.
outdoor workers Marigold Industrial has enhanced its Puretough P Series range - specifically for outdoor workers who require good mechanical protection with the added advantage of high visibility. Benefiting from all of the perfor- mance features of its original P3000, the new P3000 Reflector also incorpo- rates a new high reflection technology around the perimeter of the Indicator disc on the back of the glove. This means enhanced high visibility in line with other reflective workwear requirements for outdoor workers. Combined with the mechanical protec- tion offered, the P3000 Reflector is the result of Marigold Industrial listening to the needs of its customers. The grey water-based synthetic com- pound coating on the palm of the glove provides good grip performance in addition to offering water and oil repel- lent properties. The glove also allows heat contact up to 100˚C and is avail- able in sizes 7 to 10. Manufactured in the EU using Techcor Knitting Technology, the P3000 Reflector is Oeko-Tex 100 certified meaning it’s Silicone and DMF-free which in turn means it’s kind to the skin. Marigold Industrial T: 0191 3773737
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