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Studies show that only 60 percent of the 20 million employees required to wear eye and face protection actually comply. The consequence to this is an increase in eye injuries and their associated human and economic costs. Here is some of the newest PPE available to address this lack of protection.

Posted: January 30, 2015

Conqueror® MAG from Gateway Safety is bifocal safety eyewear that is ideal product for those who have trouble focusing on small things close up, such as blueprints and schematics, small parts, machine tool equipment settings, cutting tools and more.

Parallax™ safety eyewear from Gateway Safety uses a patented temple design for superior comfort for all-day wear, with a single, large, wrap-around lens for exceptional protective coverage and an integrated brow guard that protects against debris from above.

GirlzGear | Parallax safety eyewear from Gateway Safety is available in two different pink options: one with a pink temple flex and clear lens, and another with a pink mirror lens and a gray temple flex. GirlzGear is a popular assembly of protective wear designed to help female workers who struggle with improperly fitting safety equipment, such as eyewear that slips off or pinches.

Kleen View Lens Cleaning products from Gateway Safety use a fast-drying, silicone-free formula that actually includes an anti-fog, anti-static ingredient to help extend the life of safety glasses.

Howard Leight FirmFit earplugs from Honeywell Safety are significantly more comfortable, provide more effective hearing protection, and exert less pressure in the ear canal than most older foam models that workers have used for years.

Conspire and Relentless protective eyewear from Honeywell Safety both feature the exclusive North Signature Fit profile that comfortably fits at least 85 percent of wearers right out of the box without the need for advanced adjustments. Their combined protective qualifications, lightweight design and adjustment-free fit deliver extreme value to safety managers by simplifying the safety eyewear purchasing process.

Uvex Instinct safety eyewear from Honeywell Safety combines military-grade impact resistance, market-leading lens coatings and premium adjustability to protect workers in virtually any environment, with advanced Supra-Dura™ anti-scratch coating that lasts five times longer than competing coatings, extending lens life in rugged, high-particulate environments.

Uvex Tirade™ sealed eyewear from Honeywell is designed to provide protection in high particulate environments where dust, dirt and debris present the risk of eye injury. The large unilens design offers a wide field of unobstructed peripheral vision while its soft foam subframe ensures a comfortable, gap-free fit.

Uvex Hypershock safety eyewear from Honeywell Safety delivers the good looks workers want and the high performance protection safety managers demand. The only challenge will be keeping workers from wearing them when they aren’t on the jobsite.

The AX5100 seamless machine knit glove from Magid is perfect for handling extremely sharp-edged materials and is ideally suited for industries such as appliance and automotive manufacturing, glass handling, metal handling, metal fabrication and metal stamping.

GPD780 HPPE Work Gloves from Magid use a NitriX Grip sandy nitrile palm coating to channel away oils and liquids and offer a solid grip in both wet and dry applications.

Uvex Instinct™ safety eyewear combines military-grade impact resistance, market-leading lens coatings and premium adjustability to protect workers in virtually any environment. The sleek new style meets the U.S. military ballistic impact resistance requirement for eyewear, while advanced anti-fog and anti-scratch lens coatings significantly extend visibility and lens life. The eyewear’s lightweight design includes a variety of comfort features and adjustments to ensure a secure fit. Uvex Instinct delivers the superior protection, performance and comfort required to stand up in the most demanding environments.

Uvex Instinct stands up in environments where high impact hazards, extreme dirt and intense humidity are all factors, and delivers the custom fit and style that workers won’t want to take off. The eyewear is certified to meet not only the ANSI Z87.1-2010 and CSA Z94.3 standards for impact protection, but also MIL-PRF-31013, CLAUSE 3.5.1.1 to provide maximum impact resistance. Uvex Instinct lenses are available with Uvextreme® Plus anti-fog coating to deliver 10 times longer anti-fog protection and two times greater scratch resistance than other anti-fog coated lenses for high performance in hot, humid and dirty environments. Lenses are also available with advanced Supra-Dura™ anti-scratch coating, which lasts five times longer than competing coatings, extending lens life in rugged, high-particulate environments. With seven available lens tints – Clear, Gray, Amber, Blue Mirror, SCT-Reflect 50, SCT-Gray and SCT- Low IR – Uvex Instinct is versatile enough to meet the needs of nearly any lighting application.

The eyewear’s dual seven-base wraparound design affords uncompromised peripheral vision, while innovative ratcheting temples adjust lens inclination up to 15 deg for a customized fit. The fully-integrated, cushioned browguard comfortably diffuses and deflects impact energy, while soft, flexible fingers on the nosepiece minimize slippage. Slim, curved temples provide a secure fit with minimal tension around the ears while padded temple tips cushion the delicate areas above and behind the ear for added comfort and retention. Uvex Instinct safety eyewear is available now through major safety equipment distributors in the Americas.

Sealed eyewear, which fits like a safety spectacle but offers the added protection of a safety goggle, is rapidly gaining popularity as employers recognize the increased safety and versatility it delivers. Uvex Tirade™ sealed eyewear is designed to provide protection in high particulate environments. The eyewear’s large unilens design offers a wide field of unobstructed peripheral vision while its soft foam subframe ensures a comfortable, gap-free fit. Available in a variety of lens tints and Uvextra® anti-fog lens coating, Uvex Tirade is a cost-effective solution for indoor and outdoor use where dust, dirt and debris present the risk of eye injury.

The style’s molded, closed-cell foam easily conforms to the face for a comfortable, gap-free fit, while indirect ventilation channels on the foam and subframe provide superior dust filtration to keep debris out of the eyes. A quick-release hinge system that converts easily from temples to headband and a removable foam subframe allow workers to wear the eyewear as a traditional spectacle in environments where airborne debris is not present.

Lenses are available in five lens tints – Clear, Gray, Amber, Silver Mirror and SCT-Reflect 50 – and come with Uvextra anti-fog lens coating to reduce fogging and prolong clear visibility. The eyewear features a 100 percent non-conductive dielectric design that is safe for use in environments where accidental exposure to electrical charge is possible. Uvex Tirade meets ANSI Z87.1-2010 and is certified to the requirements of the CSA Z94.3 standard, both with and without the foam subframe in place. Uvex Tirade sealed eyewear is available now through major safety equipment distributors in the Americas.

Uvex Hypershock™ safety eyewear combines premium sport-inspired style and best-in-class lens performance for maximum appeal and protection. Available in Matte Black, Smoke Brown or Clear Ice, the eyewear’s wraparound frame delivers superior coverage, while 10 lens tints offer versatility for both indoor and outdoor applications. High-performance Uvextreme Plus® lens coating delivers 10 times longer anti-fog protection and two times better scratch resistance than other anti-fog coated lenses. The eyewear is ideally suited for rugged work environments ranging from manufacturing, construction and landscaping to utilities and oil and gas.

The eyewear’s lightweight, wrap-around frame design is engineered to fit a wide range of workers while providing increased coverage, side protection and superior peripheral vision. Streamlined padded temples and a molded nosepiece deliver a secure, comfortable fit. Integrated hinge mechanisms with dual cam action promote precision operation and durability.

Uvex Hypershock lenses feature proprietary Uvextreme Plus anti-fog coating for superior protection against fog and scratches. Lenses are also available with scratch-resistant hardcoat for even longer lasting protection from scuffing, scratching and a variety of chemicals. The ten available lens tints – Clear Ice, Gray, Amber, SCT-Reflect 50, SCT Blue, Red Mirror, Blue Mirror, Espresso Polarized, Espresso and Gold Mirror – meet the needs of nearly any lighting application. Uvex Hypershock lenses provide 99.99 percent UV protection and meet the ANSI Z87.1-2010 standard and is 100 percent dielectric for safe wear in environments where electrical hazards exist. This safety eyewear is available now through major safety equipment distributors in the Americas.

Honeywell Safety Products USA, 900 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917, 800-430-5490, www.honeywellsafety.com.

CUT-RESISTANT WORK GLOVE WITH OUTSTANDING GRIP
Cuts and lacerations to the hands are among the leading causes of work-related injuries, with more than one million emergency room visits each year. Magid Glove & Safety Manufacturing Company, LLC (Romeoville, IL), a leading manufacturer and supplier of safety solutions and personal protective equipment (PPE), has developed a new cut-resistant work glove, the CutMaster® Aramax® XT AX5100. The AX5100 is a seamless machine knit glove that combines the highest level of cut protection with a crinkle latex palm coating for outstanding grip.

Glaziers and window fitters will appreciate the crinkle latex coating, which doesn’t leave smudge marks. Features include:

Aramax XT yarn that offers up to twice the cut protection than yarns of similar weight made of 100 percent para-aramid — with ANSI level 5 cut protection.
Crinkle latex palm coating that delivers smudge-free grip and provides added abrasion resistance.
Form-fitting shell, engineered to wick away moisture and keep the wearer cool and comfortable.
Reinforced thumb crotch for added durability at a critical wear point.

Add more cut protection with the D-ROC line of GPD780 HPPE Work Gloves. An innovative HPPE blend has been specifically designed for the GPD780 to provide ANSI Cut Level 4 protection along with excellent breathability and comfort. The GPD780 also features NitriX Grip Technology sandy nitrile palm coating, a next-generation coating that channels away oils and liquids to ensure a rock-solid grip in both wet and dry applications. The NitriX Grip sandy nitrile palm coating channels away oils and liquids, offering a solid grip in both wet and dry applications. A soft 10 ga shell provides excellent breathability and comfort, boosting worker satisfaction and compliance. Elastic color-coded overcast enhances fit and acts as a visual aid for sizing. A competitive price and high durability combine for low overall cost of ownership.

The GPD780 delivers a trifecta of protection: ANSI Level 4 Cut Resistance, ANSI Level 4 Abrasion Resistance and ANSI Level 4 Puncture Resistance. GPD780 HPPE Work Gloves are available in sizes 6 through 12 and are sold by the dozen pair. These gloves are available for immediate shipment.

Magid Glove & Safety Manufacturing Company, LLC, 1300 Naperville Drive, Romeoville, IL 60446, 800-444-8030, Fax: 773-384-6677, magidglove.com.