Industrial Hygiene News - January/February, 2011

Hearing Protection

Jumbo Disposable Earplugs

E2® IHP932J and IHP932CJ Jumbo-Sized, Uncorded, and Corded Disposable Earplugs are made from soft, hypo-allergenic polyurethane foam and have a noise reduction rating of 32 dB.

The bigger size accommodates those with larger, deeper ear canals. The tapered design ensures a comfortable fit and their bright, fluorescent orange color makes them easily seen during compliance checks. — Magid Glove & Safety Mfg. Co. LLC, 800/444-8030 Circle 40 on Card

High Noise Communication System

Powered by SENS™ (Speech Enhancement, Noise Suppression) technology that simultaneously isolates and enhances speech while suppressing background noise, these devices enable users to communicate face-to-face, short range (50 m) and via two-way radio, Bluetooth cell phone, and DECT systems. Recently launched is the Intrinsically Safe (IS) Smart Muff for hazardous environments.

—Sensear, 888/973-6732, www.sensear.com

Ear Muff

left/RIGHT is an ear muff designed so that the left muff differs from the right for better fit.

These muffs are large enough to fit all ear types and sizes and are available in three noise reduction models: LOW (NRR 21), MEDIUM (NRR 25), and HIGH (NRR 28).

Other features include new colors, new comfort headband design, and thin, flexible noise reduction rings. — MSA,

800/672-2222, www.MSAnet.com

Ear Muffs

The Jackson Safety brand Vibe hearing protection offerings include a range of ear muffs that provide consistent hearing protection in a variety of noise-level environments. The products are flexible and durable and feature an adjustable, soft padded headband to fit all head shapes and sizes. — Kimberly-Clark Professional, 888/346-4652

Hearing Protection & Conservation

The Quest™, Peltor™ and E-A-R™ brands offer hearing conservation products for detection, protection and validation. 3M provides easy, single-source access to the complete line of products at www.3M.com/hearing. Also available at the website is hearing compliance management information from 3M and the community of safety professionals. — 3M OH&ESD, 800/364-3577, www.3M.com/hearing

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Imagine if all PPE promised

what Hearing Protection has delivered.

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Head Protection that doesn’t allow you to think

Reusable Earplugs

The Rich Christensen Signature Series EP6 reusable earplugs feature Hocks Noise Breaker® filters that block potentially dangerous audio levels, while allowing safe sounds to pass into the ear canal. Signature Series earpieces offer greater protection in noisy environments - the louder the environment, the more the attenuation (26 dB attenuation at 80 dB, rising to 34 dB at 90 dB). Available in sizes small, medium and large. — SAS Safety Corp., 800/262-0200, www.sassafety.com

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Push-in Ear Plug

The Pilot™ push-in ear plug for occupational hearing protection has a hybrid design that combines the performance of a multiple-use ear plug with the comfort of a single-use plug. It offers simple fit, with no-roll insertion. The soft, pearl-skinned polyurethane foam offers comfort and is easy to clean. The Pilot provides protection in low noise environments (95 dB or less) with an NRR 26 rating.

— Howard Leight by Sperian, 401/233-0333,
www.howardleight.com

Eye Protection
that doesn’t allow
you to see
Hearing Protection
that doesn’t allow
you to hear

It’s Time to
Put the “Hear” into
Hearing Protection

For too many years hearing protection has delivered a promise that no other PPE would accept - protection without function.

Hand Protection
that doesn’t allow
you to hold
Hearing Protection shouldn’t just be about
protecting your hearing, it should also enable
you to communicate and remain aware of
your surroundings.

That’s why many of the world’s leading companies are turning to Sensear to deliver a smart high noise communication and hearing protection solution.

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Hearing Protector

The WaveBand™ is ideal for situations which require users to remove and replace their hearing protection frequently. Comfortably worn under the chin, with soft foam pods that are angled to the ideal position for the ear canal, it is ultra lightweight and 100% PVC-free. The WaveBand™ has an NRR rating of 22dB and is independently tested to ANSI S3.19-1974.