Eye Protection

ENHANCED EYE COVERAGE. The new Uvex XC™ eyewear provides up to 20 percent greater eye coverage with lenses that extend further down the wearer’s cheek and rearward for enhanced peripheral protection. Featuring the patented Multi-Material Molding Technology, the Uvex XC cushions every point of contact with the worker’s face and comes in a wide range of lens tints. Uvex Safety, Bacou-Dalloz, Inc., Smithfield, RI.

STYLISH EYE SAFETY. NASCAR® GT protective eyewear from Encon combines aesthetics, comfort and protection for a stylish eye safety solution. Featuring a one-piece wrap-around design, a colorful NASCAR temple logo and ultra-soft temple tips, the eyewear is available in assorted lens color combinations and is third-party certified by SEI to ANSI and CSA standards. Encon Safety Products, Houston, TX.

SAFETY READERS. Remington Safariâ„¢ industrial safety eyewear from Olympic Optical provides sleek styling while offering magnification. Safari is available with magnifying reader inserts of 1.5, 2.0 and 2.5 powers, available in both clear and smoke-tinted lenses. Remington styling and comfort is now available to workers needing magnification. Olympic Optical, Inc., Memphis, TN.

PRECISE-FIT EYEWEAR. Nitrogen™ protective eyewear from Radians features a soft rubber nosepiece with self-adjusting “fingers” to prevent slipping. The temple pieces extend for a precise fit, and the extended brow guard is molded into the top of the lens to give a near-perfect orbital seal against debris. The glasses are available in five different lens colors and two semi-opaque frame colors. Radians/Techna, Memphis, TN.

WRAP-AROUND EYEWEAR. Offering a distortion-free 9 base wrap-around lens, the Liberatorâ„¢ from American Allsafe provides expanded vision, protection and style. The lightweight, sporty eyewear features a soft, comfortable nosepiece that reduces slippage, and a ventilation channel keeps air flowing to help visibility. Frame imprinting is available. American Allsafe Co., Tonawanda, NY.

CONTOURED EYEWEAR. MSA’s new Sedona eyewear offers extreme comfort while meeting the new ANSI Z87.1-2003 standard. The stylish, contoured lens provides excellent eye protection, and the temples adjust both vertically and horizontally to fit most users. Co-injected soft non-slip temple ends, padded and vented brow guard, and one-piece soft nose pad give added comfort. MSA Safety Products Division, Pittsburgh, PA.

DESIGNER GLASSES. Crews®’ stylish CK2® safety spectacle is equipped with a soft non-slip gel nosepiece and temple sleeves to ensure all-day comfort and a secure fit. The designer glasses provide a near-total orbital seal with flexible bayonet temples. The eyewear combines style and protection at an affordable price for a wide variety of wearers. Crews/MCR Safety, Memphis, TN.

FASHIONABLE EYEWEAR. AOSafety®’s 2003 X-FACTOR™ Safety Sunwear Collection offers users five styles that combine fashion and eye protection. Featuring trendy unisex styles that are comfortable and lightweight, the OSHA-compliant eyewear incorporates tinted hard-coated lenses that resist scratching, flash mirror coatings, frame-free lenses and metal temples. AOSafety®/Aearo Co., Indianapolis, IN.

SPRING-HINGED SPECTACLES. Bouton’s 6600 Springer is part of the company’s Shark Hunter Series safety spectacles. The contemporary eyewear features a unique spring-hinge hidden in the temple that provides added comfort and safety due to the snug fit it provides. The 6600 Springer is available in either a black or pewter frame with clear, gray, amber, trueview and mirror lenses. H.L. Bouton Company, Inc., Wareham, MA.

WRAP-AROUND FRAME. Impact Products offers the Proguard Cerberus II protective eyewear. This ultra-lightweight wrap-around frame is designed for comfort and balance, featuring a soft PVC insert on the nose bridge and temples for added comfort and protection. Impact Products, LLC, Toledo, OH.

UNIVERSAL SIDESHIELDS. Aye Mateâ„¢ universal sideshields are quickly adaptable to a wide range of metal and plastic frames, and can be installed or removed quickly without the use of tools. The polycarbonate Aye Mates simplify replacement of lost or broken OEM sideshields. UVS additive provides an ultraviolet barrier, which attenuates UV rays up to 380 nanometers. Safety Optical Service, Lewisville, TX.

Fall Protection

ROPE GRAB. DBI/SALA’s new rope grab connects to a 5/8-in. rope lifeline and works on “real-world” rope, which is often worn and swelled. This “unconfined” design eliminates nuisance lock-ups to help improve productivity. The mobile device automatically follows the user along the lifeline, allowing hands-free operation; it utilizes both inertia and cam locking systems. DBI/SALA, Red Wing, MN.

FALL PROTECTION BOOKLET. Sellstrom RTC offers the “Fall Protection Tips Booklet,” written by one of the foremost authorities on fall protection, Dr. J. Nigel Ellis. The booklet, which serves as a handy safety reference manual, provides practical advice on how to achieve continuous, complete fall protection using personal protective equipment. Sellstrom Mfg. Co., Palatine, IL.

CONFINED SPACE SRL. The Fall Safe confined space Tripod, Pulley and 3-Way Self-Retracting Lifeline from Hy-Safe offers a complete solution for confined space applications. The 3-Way SRL functions as a normal self-retracting lifeline yet can also be used to raise or lower a worker into or out of the space. Collapsible for easy transport, the unit also allows for emergency rescue. Hy-Safe Technology, Union Grove, WI.

ECONOMICAL SRL. Protecta’s AD212AG self-retracting lifeline features a 10-meter (33-ft.) working length and utilizes a 3/16-in. galvanized cable. With its thermoplastic housing, the economically priced AD212AG is compact and lightweight. The SRL begins fall arrest within two feet, includes a double locking snaphook on the end, and operates both horizontally and vertically. Protecta International, Inc., Houston, TX.

TIE-BACK LANYARD. The new FP5K Tie-Back Lanyard from MSA offers various innovative features including a 5,000-pound gate strength in any direction, which allows the user to tie the lanyard back to itself. The tie-back lanyard is available with Monster-Edgeâ„¢ webbing that offers increased abrasion resistance, and a 12,000-pound minimum breaking strength. MSA Fall Protection, Englewood, CO.

Foot Protection

PVC-COATED BOOTS. West Chester’s extra-tall 17-in. PVC-coated boot slides on easily over work shoes and features a comfortable nylon-knit lining, a rugged cleated sole for superior traction and an adjustable buckle strap. Ideal for industrial applications, the heavy-duty waterproof 8200 series slush boot is offered in bright safety yellow and in sizes 9 to 17. West Chester Holdings, Inc., Monroe, OH.

WORK SHOES & BOOTS. New styles in Wolverine’s 2004 spring work line feature the company’s All Weather Welt, which offers slip-resistance, durability and is waterproof. Wolverine DuraShocks® Comfort Technology system absorbs shock and returns energy to maximize comfort and reduce foot fatigue. The spring footwear selection also incorporates GORE-TEX® waterproof linings. Wolverine Footwear Group, Rockford, MI.

SLIP-RESISTANT SOLES. WORX™ By Red Wing’s new Super Slip Resistant Tread Sole (SSRT) provides workers in uniform occupations the comfort of regular footwear while offering slips/falls protection. Lightweight cement construction is combined with a dual-density, polyurethane SSRT sole for high grip performance. Red Wing Shoe Co., Red Wing, MN.

PROTECTIVE FOOTWEAR. A new product catalog from Weinbrenner depicts a wide range of occupational, fire and rescue, uniform and safety footwear, complete with color photographs and concise details of each shoe or boot’s features. Weinbrenner produces the American-made Thorogood brand of protective footwear. Features include fire-resistant leathers, waterproof barriers, metatarsal guards and more. Weinbrenner Shoe Co., Merrill, WI.

STYLISH WORK BOOT. The Denali from CAT Footwear is a stylish 6-in. hiking boot featuring an ANSI Class 75 steel toe, premium soft leathers, and a padded collar that wraps all the way around to the back. The lightweight, comfortable boot is rugged, durable and offers rich colors. CAT Footwear, Rockford, MI.

HIGH-TRACTION FOOTWEAR. ICEGRIPS® High Traction™ Footwear from Jordan David reduces slips and falls outdoors in harsh environments. ICEGRIPS fit conveniently over work shoes and boots utilizing 36 hex-head screws that bite into ice and snow to provide maximum traction. Patented Advanced Angle Tread® design facilitates the flow of contaminants away from ICEGRIPS. Jordan David, Horsham, PA.

HEAVY-DUTY WADERS. LaCrosse offers three new styles of heavy-duty rubber waders suitable for such industries as wastewater, mining and commercial fishing. The Premium Chest Wader is available in steel toe/steel midsole or plain toe and is 100-percent waterproof and ozone-resistant. The Premium 32-in. Hip Wader features rubber reinforced legs and skirt and a canvas lining. LaCrosse Safety & Industrial, Portland, OR.

Hand Protection

WARM WORK GLOVE. The Atlas Thermafit combines flexibility and dexterity with a thicker, warmer poly/cotton knit liner. Offering a sure grip, these protective gloves feature a uniquely formulated textured rubber coating on the palm and fingertips that stays flexible even in cold conditions. Shaped like a relaxed hand for added comfort, Thermafit comes in a range of sizes. LFS Glove & Safety, Bellingham, WA.

COATED GLOVES. PIP’s new GripTek seamless knit, coated gloves offer superior fit, comfort and dexterity, featuring styles with nylon, cotton/polyester, Kevlar® and Dyneema® liners. These seamless knit liners are coated in latex, polyurethane or nitrile for excellent grip. GripTek gloves are ideal for inspecting products or working with oily auto parts. Protective Industrial Products (PIP), Guilderland Center, NY.

NITRILE GLOVES. FreeForm® SE gloves from Microflex utilize a super-soft nitrile formulation that gives wearers a latex-like fit and feel. Available with an extended cuff, these latex-free, powder-free exam gloves feature micro-textured fingertips for a secure grip and modulated elasticity to allow for a full range of motion. Microflex, Reno, NV.

HEAT-RESISTANT GLOVES. A wool-lined, heavyweight Kevlar® terrycloth glove from Wells Lamont protects against temperatures as high as 900°F. The model 305KWL glove is ideal for automotive, foundry, plastics and other industries, providing protection from burns and cuts. A full virgin wool lining is naturally flame-resistant and offers extra insulation. Wells Lamont, Niles, IL.

ACCELERATOR-FREE NITRILE. Ideal for EMT, EMS and paramedic professionals, N-DEX® Free Ultimate is an accelerator-free, high-visibility green disposable nitrile glove that features a longer and wider cuff, 5-mil thickness and textured fingertips. The 11-in. glove eliminates worries about Type IV allergic reactions while meeting all NFPA 1999 requirements. Best Glove, Menlo, GA.

ASSEMBLY GLOVE. The 380 PURE FIT™ from Perfect Fit provides the dexterity, grip and protection against abrasion and light punctures needed for assembly, general-use and light industrial applications. Black nitrile coating on black nylon liner hides soiling. PURE FIT gloves feature nylon, Dyneema® and stretchable Kevlar® liners with polyurethane and nitrile coatings. Perfect Fit Glove Co., Buffalo, NY.

OIL-REPELLENT GLOVE. Ideal for the automotive, metal fabrication and electronics industries, Ansell’s new HyFlex® NBR glove provides superb abrasion resistance and oil repellency along with excellent dry grip for handling small- to medium-sized parts. HyFlex NBR is available with a nitrile-dipped palm coat or a traditional palm coat for added back-of-the-hand protection. Ansell Occupational Healthcare, Coshocton, OH.

NITRILE-IMPREGNATED GLOVE. Aquila brand gloves from Contego include the nitrile-impregnated NB3003 cotton glove with interlock knit lining. An economic alternative to cotton or leather gloves, the NB3003 features lightweight construction for day-long comfort. Applications include material handling, light manufacturing and light welding. Available in sizes S - XL. Contego, Milwaukee, WI.

NYLON SHELL GLOVES. Memphis Glove offers UltraTech, a nitrile-dipped, 13-gauge nylon shell glove series that includes both an air-infused and polyurethane styles. The air-infused style features a more uniform pattern in the nitrile coating for superior wet-grip performance. The polyurethane styles come in both gray and white colors. Memphis Glove/MCR Safety, Memphis, TN.

“OILY GRIP” PERFORMANCE. Global Glove & Safety’s new Tsunami™ Grip glove uses the latest air-injected nitrile technology to provide superb “oily grip” performance. A lightweight nylon shell combines with the porous, nitrile coating to create excellent grip characteristics, stretchability and breathability. The glove is ideal for handling small parts. Global Glove & Safety Mfg., Minneapolis, MN.

EXAM GLOVES. SemperCAREâ„¢ CRX powder-free, non-latex examination gloves provide a quality solution for workers sensitive to natural rubber latex. Manufactured using an advanced synthetic formula, the blue-colored gloves feature thicker fingertips and longer cuffs than standard exam gloves for added protection. A textured surface offers a secure grip, wet or dry. Sempermed USA, Inc., Palm Harbor, FL.

Head Protection

WELDING HELMET. A new welding helmet/respirator system from Hornell, the Speedglas® FlexView with Adflo®, combines a retractable auto-darkening Speedglas lens with an advanced powered air purifying respirator (PAPR). Full eye, face and respiratory protection is provided for both welding and very low light weld preparation conditions. The clear lens meets ANSI standards. Hornell, Inc., Twinsburg, OH.

HARD HAT DECORATION. Bullard offers custom hard hat decoration through a program that is quick and easy. The custom decoration program requires no artwork charges and no set-up charges. In addition, proofs are provided free of charge for every new logo. The program includes quick delivery of the decorated hard hats. Bullard, Cynthiana, KY.

SAFETY CAPS. Advance™ Caps from MSA are now designed with and without cooling vents. The vented model features six large cooling vents for improved air circulation, and a new non-vented cap provides the Advance styling — with rain gutter and lateral contour above the ear — and di-electric head protection. MSA Safety Products Division, Pittsburgh, PA.

Hearing Protection

REUSABLE EARPLUG. The Howard Leight SmartFit™ reusable earplug uses Conforming Material Technology™ to adapt its original form to the unique shape of the individual’s ear. The result is exceptional comfort and a custom-like fit with an off-the-shelf product. Heat-activated materials sense the contours of the user’s ear canal and adjust their shape accordingly. Howard Leight Industries, Bacou-Dalloz, Inc., San Diego, CA.

EARPLUGS WITH CASE. Rockets® reusable earplugs from Moldex slip easily into the ear because the grip doesn’t bend. An air pocket in the tip makes the earplugs easy to wear, providing cushioned comfort. Pocket-Pak® carrying case provides hygienic storage between uses. The brightly colored NRR 26-rated earplugs are available with or without cord and metal detectable. Moldex-Metric, Inc., Culver City, CA.

PUSH-IN EARPLUGS. New Push-Ins™ reusable earplugs from E-A-R® provide an NRR of 28 dB, and the push-in style eliminates the hassle of rolling down earplugs for fitting and also alleviates hand-to-ear contamination associated with roll-down earplugs. The handle helps users easily fit and remove the earplug, and the soft foam tip provides comfort and performance. Aearo Co., Indianapolis, IN.

COMMUNICATIONS EARMUFFS. Elvex DeTune electronic earmuffs improve communications as the user can adjust the frequency range transmitted through the circuitry and speakers. The sound level inside the headset can be set up to 85 dB. Two control knobs are used to filter out the high and low frequencies. When the filters are set to “inactive,” the user hears as if no protection was being worn, except for the maximum sound limiter. Elvex Corp., Bethel, CT.

ADJUSTABLE EARMUFFS. SoundSeriesâ„¢ Earmuffs from Gateway consist of three styles of earmuffs, each fully adjustable and versatile. A rotating headband allows them to be worn over or behind the head or under the chin, and with or without head protection. The di-electric SoundOut model provides a 28 NRR; economical SoundDecision earmuffs have a 25 NRR; and SoundChoice offers 22 NRR. Gateway Safety, Inc., Cleveland, OH.

Protective Clothing

HIGH-VISIBILITY RAINWEAR. Tingley Rubber’s Comfort-Brite fluorescent yellow-green .35mm PVC-on-polyester suit with two-inch reflective tape is an affordable solution for high-visibility rainwear that complies with the ANSI/ISEA 107-1999 standard. Features include a zipper fly front, Velcro take-up straps, fall protection access, hood-in collar and vented cape back. Tingley Rubber Corp., South Plainfield, NJ.

ALL-WEATHER FR FABRIC. Westex’s INDURA® Ultra Soft® flame-resistant fabric is now available with EPIC™ by Nextec. The new “soft shell” cotton/high-tenacity nylon FR clothing products are water- and wind-resistant, breathable, washable and functional in virtually all weather conditions. Patented EPIC™ technology encapsulates fabric fibers with a micro-thin polymer to create a breathable barrier inside the fabric. Westex Inc., Chicago, IL.

POLYCOATED GARMENTS. Tychem® QC polyethylene-coated garments from Lakeland provide lightweight splash protection from inorganic acids and other liquid chemicals. Combining Tyvek® fabric and a 1.25-mil PE coating, Tychem® QC is an economical choice for use in industrial plants and chemical cleanup operations. Garments are available in yellow or gray and with serged, bound or heat-sealed seams. Lakeland Industries, Ronkonkoma, NY.

CHEMICAL PROTECTION. The HAZARD-GARD® line of protective apparel from Kimberly-Clark provides resistance to liquid and dry particulate chemicals. HAZARD-GARD® I garments are laminated with a 1.3-mil exterior polyethylene film, while HAZARD-GARD® II’s exterior is laminated with SARANEX® 23-P film. The interiors of both garments offer a comfortable cloth-like feel. Kimberly-Clark Safety Division, Alpharetta, GA.

THERMAL PROTECTION. New apparel from DuPont provides thermal protection against molten cryolite and aluminum splash. Pants and shirts made with Bodyshield® fabric from Cleyn & Tinker are designed to protect foundry workers exposed to molten metals splash. The comfortable garments provide outstanding shedding protection to help reduce the transfer of heat and the potential for burns. DuPont Personal Protection, Richmond, VA.

SHIRTS & COVERALL LINE. Bulwark’s Cool Touch® shirts and coverall are lightweight and airy with all the protection of ComfortBlend™, a 65-percent Nomex® / 35-percent Lenzing FR blended fabric and part of DuPont’s Nomex ComfortWear collection. Cool Touch shirts and coverall offer superb softness and durability. Bulwark, Nashville, TN.

FR DENIM JEANS. Carhartt’s new flame-resistant denim jeans meet ASTM, OSHA and NFPA 70E requirements. The FR jeans have an ATPV of 12.7 and are U.S.A. union-made with 14.75-oz. Indura® Ultra Soft®. Styled with a leg opening that fits over work boots, the soft, garment-washed jeans feature a relaxed fit and an arc-resistant high-tension waist snap closure. Carhartt, Dearborn, MI.

INSULATED EARMUFFS. Fashionable, comfortable, bandless Ear Mitts® earmuffs eliminate static and keep ears warm in cold conditions. Ear Mitts are made with fleece and lined with a Thinsulate™ Thermal Insulation interior that keeps warm air in and cold air out. The compact earmuffs can be toted in a jacket pocket when not being worn. Available in a variety of colors. SG Marketing, Inc., Dallas, TX.

HIGH-VISIBILITY MATERIAL. The NASCO ArcLite™ HiVis™ ProSeries™ is a fluorescent-background material with 3M Scotchlite® reflective trim. The protective raingear features a three-piece hood-in collar, “Breathable by Design” Nomex® mesh ventilation system, “Fall Protection Friendly” lanyard access system and other desired features. NASCO Industries, Inc., Washington, IN.

Respiratory Protection

COMPACT PAPR. MSA’s lightweight OptimAir® MM 2K PAPR with Type HE OptiFilter® XL Cartridge is well suited for abatement, nuclear, lead and some mold remediation, and other hazardous particulate environments. The new plastic water-resistant filter has an optional pre-filter and cover. Low-profile NiMH battery pack provides eight hours of continuous use. MSA Safety Products Division, Pittsburgh, PA.

MOLD RESPIRATOR KIT. The 3M Mold Remediation Respirator Kit contains everything needed for full-facepiece respiratory protection for mold remediation. The kit includes one 3M full-facepiece respirator 6000 series, two pairs of 2097 filters and an educational brochure. The 2097 filters reduce exposure to mold spores and feature a carbon layer for protection from VOCs. 3M OH&ESD, St. Paul, MN.

ESCAPE HOOD RESPIRATOR. North’s new ER1000 hood-style escape respirator provides a minimum of 30 minutes of respiratory and face protection during emergency evacuations. The easy-to-don unit protects against nuclear, chemical and toxic industrial materials as well as biological agents using North’s Defender Plus™ cartridges with ASZM-TEDA carbon. North Safety Products, Cranston, RI.

VOICE TRANSMISSION SYSTEM. The AOSafety Voice Transmission System provides clear, on-the-job verbal communication when half-mask respirators are required. The NIOSH-approved system features a Peltorâ„¢ noise-canceling microphone sealed to an AOSafety QuickLatchâ„¢ exhalation valve cover. The system can be used with Peltor headsets, voice amplifiers, earpieces and most standard two-way radios. AOSafety/Aearo Co., Indianapolis, IN.

PAPR SERIES. The PA30 Series Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) from Bullard offers up to ten hours of performance using NiMH batteries, and eliminates the “memory” concern that reduces overall battery service life. Voltage regulation circuitry assures consistent airflow (8.5 CFM) throughout the work cycle. Audible alarm indicates low voltage. Bullard, Cynthiana, KY.

SCBA HOOD. Survivair has upgraded its Puma SCBA hood to provide a better fit with improved chemical compatibility. Enhancements include a new 20-mil PVC lens for better clarity and chemical resistance, and the use of blue Responder® material made by DuPont. The NIOSH-certified hooded pressure-demand SCBA is designed to fit over beards and glasses. Survivair, Bacou-Dalloz, Inc., Santa Ana, CA.

FULL FACEPIECE RESPIRATOR. The Promask 25 full facepiece APR from Scott offers extreme comfort via a wide sealing surface of the halo butyl facepiece and the adjustable five-point head harness. Available in two sizes, the twin-cartridge unit features a non-allergenic clear silicone nose cup and a centrally located speech diaphragm for enhanced communications. Scott Health & Safety, Monroe, NC.