Register for ISEA's 2016 Executive Summit

 

Supply Chain, Generational Diversity and Wearable PPE Tech.

 

ISEA Responds to Specifier and User Concerns with Major Changes to Updated Standard for High-Visibility Worker Apparel

 

ISEA has received American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approval for ANSI/ISEA 107-2015 American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Accessories, an update to the widely-accepted standard on high-visibility safety apparel. With a few major changes and noteworthy differences, the 2015 version adds "types" to garment descriptions, combines the ANSI/ISEA 107 and 207 standards, and adds a "smallest size" offering.

 

Cut-Resistance Classification a Key Update for ISEA Hand Protection Standard Revision

 

The International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) updates Hand Protection Classification  standard, with key updates for cut-resistance testing and corresponding classification levels.

Ansell Introduces First Ergonomic Certified Chemical Glove

 

Ansell introduced the newly designed AlphaTec 58-128, the first ergonomically certified 

chemical gloveᵢ. Equipped with  Ansell ERGOFORM™ Ergonomic Design Technology, the 

light duty chemical glove maximizes worker productivity by minimizing hand fatigue and 

discomfort. 

 

PIP Realigns Outside Sales Organization

 

In an effort to strengthen its best-in-class sales support and training in the Safety industry, 

Protective Industrial Products, Inc. is pleased to announce the realignment of its outside 

sales team.

 

Hearing Conservation: Fit Testing for Heavy Fabrication (Honeywell Safety)

 

At steel mill complexes, the ambient noise levels are often high. Localized levels can 

reach 105 decibels (dBA) in areas where 6 ft circular saws cut steel beams, or even 106 

dBA near the electric arc furnaces.

Heads Up! Honeywell Helmet Technologies Make an Impact on Protective Head Gear

 

Athletes are not the only ones at risk of serious brain injury. Construction workers belong

 in this high-risk group, too. Slips and falls are the number 1 cause of traumatic brain injury, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

 

Materials: A Glove Story (Dyneema)

 

The latest application for Royal DSM NV's Dyneema fiber is a case of true glove.

 

How Lead in Recycled Electronics Can Poison Workers' Families

 

Each time Anthony Harrell's children would touch his hair and hands, or hug him after 

work, they would inadvertently come in contact with the toxic metal, which is difficult to 

wash off with normal soap.

 

Guard Employees and Budgets During Cold Weather

 

The winter season continues to create an inordinate amount of storm activity across 

North America, forcing businesses to reevaluate the priority and required functionality

 of their safety gear.

 

Idex to Acquire Akron Brass for $224.4M

 

Akron Brass is a global manufacturer of safety equipment and emergency response equipment.

What is Amazon Planning in 2016?

Amazon's ambitious plans to disrupt logistics and distribution by competing with 

shipping mainstays FedEx and UPS is something to watch this year.