Hearing protection
09 June, 2009 byThe Jazz Band hearing protection device has been redesigned to provide greater protection against noise, to SLC (80) 18 dB, Class 3 rating, as well as 50% less band pressure to increase comfort. The SLC rating was increased by designing the soft, tapered, foam pods to correspond to the shape of the ear canal.
Custom-fitted earpiece
09 June, 2009 byThe SonoCustom Hearing Protector is a re-usable earpiece that is custom fitted and adapted to provide maximum protection. The earpieces are fitted on the spot, taking around 30 minutes to provide the user with a pair of individually tailored hearing protectors.
Industrial noise dosemeter
09 June, 2009 byThe Pulsar 67 data logging personal dosemeter is designed to be carried in a pocket or on a belt to measure and record noise levels in potentially noisy workplaces; its measurement functions determining compliance with industrial ‘Noise at Work’ regulations and standards.
Reusable pre-moulded earplugs
09 June, 2009The E-A-R UltraFit 27 reusable earplug features a pistol grip with angled shape which is designed to give wearers improved fingertip control, to make holding and inserting the plug to attain an optimum fit easier.
Stylish and modern safety eyewear
20 March, 2009Compromising style for safety is a thing of the past, thanks to the new range of A900 Series eyewear from Sperian Protection.
Sound-dampening screens
01 January, 2009Sound Stop acoustic screens are a flexible system of sliding screens that act as a barrier to absorb and stop noise from loud areas of the workplace.
3M completes Aearo integration
16 December, 20083M plans to complete the integration of Aearo Technologies into its safety business as of 1 January 2009.
Speech-enhancing protective earmuffs
01 December, 2008The Sensear SM1x earmuff uses the SENS (Speech Enhancing Noise Suppression) technology that minimises dangerous industrial noise while allowing face-to-face, mobile phone and two-way radio communication.
Noise canceller for sound sleep
13 November, 2008The 980A sound screen utilises white noise to create a barrier of sound while people sleep. The sound generated effectively blocks noise in the surrounding environment and can assist in making it easier for people to sleep, particularly useful in remote industrial sites where sleeping is made difficult because of close living confines or where noise is constant.
Earplug attenuation analysis
11 October, 2008The Howard Leight VeriPRO system measures real-world attenuation of unmodified earplugs and can be used as a means to improve individual employee training and enhance the overall effectiveness of hearing conservation programs. The technology enables safety managers to ensure employees are getting the most out of their hearing protection devices.
Ear muffs
11 October, 2008The Dewalt Interceptor earmuffs have a claimed noise reduction rating of 29 to provide maximum hearing protection for wearers.
Real-time noise monitoring
11 October, 2008The SoundEar Pro continuous noise monitoring system has been revised to include wireless connectivity to enable up to 10 wireless sound level meters to communicate in real time with the host software running on a PC or laptop computer. The system can become an educational tool to enhance a company’s hearing conservation program.
Pneumatic silencers
18 September, 2008The Mini and Midi COAX silencers have been developed so that users can enjoy a lower sound level when using the COAX cartridges for direct integration or when using them on the vacuum gripper systems or the pump unit PMAT/Vactrap platforms.
Australian hearing technology wins SVASE award
27 June, 2008Australian hearing technology leader Sensear has been named one of the world’s most promising new companies at Launch: Silicon Valley 2008, held by The Silicon Valley Association of Start-up Entrepreneurs (SVASE) and hosted by Microsoft at their Silicon Valley campus in California.
Disposable ear plugs
21 February, 2008The Moldex Pura Fit earplugs are designed with a longer length for easier fitting into the ear and tapered for easy insertion in any size ear canal.
