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Top products of the week

June 16, 2019

Fall prevention devices to make your facility safer and gloves that grip well while providing protection from impact were this week’s top products of the week, featured on ISHN.com.

Affected by flooding? Be aware of these possible health effects

June 14, 2019

With many communities experiencing flooding caused by heavy rainfall in recent months, the American Lung Association (ALA) is reminding people that property damage isn’t the only thing to worry about. In addition to containing dangerous substances like sewage, oil and gas, floodwaters can cause mold, which may affect your respiratory health long after the water has receded.

Slip-resistant shoes reduce slip injury workers’ comp claims

June 13, 2019

Food services operations where workers received free highly slip-resistant shoes showed a large reduction in workers’ compensation claims for slip injuries compared to food service operations where workers did not receive the shoes, according to research published in the Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health.

NEW Rig Rider Impact Protection Gloves

June 13, 2019

Industrial glove manufacturer Southern Glove, Inc., has released the Rig Rider glove, featuring impact protection, enhanced gripping power, and durability. “The features offered in the Rig Rider styles are perfect for multiple markets, but designed specifically for oilfield workers needing impact protection and superior grip,” explained Brent Fidler, president and CEO of Southern Glove.

Milliken & Company to acquire Polartec from Versa Capital Management

Brand acquisition bolsters Milliken’s capabilities to include fleece, performance textiles for consumer, workwear and military outdoor apparel

June 11, 2019

Milliken & Company (“Milliken”), a global diversified manufacturer with more than a century and a half of textile expertise, today announced that it signed a definitive agreement to acquire Polartec, LLC (“Polartec”), a strong global brand known for its innovative performance textiles for outdoor and military apparel, from Versa Capital Management, LLC (“Versa”). The acquisition is expected to close in June. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Inspection Notice - MSA PFL/SRL Rivets - 2.4m and 2.7 m V-Edge™ Cable PFL , 6m V-Edge™ Cable SRL

June 7, 2019

MSA is issuing this Inspection Notice to inform you that MSA has identified isolated instances of unflared top eyelet rivets in MSA V-Edge 2.4m Twin Leg Cable PFL. MSA has not received any reports of injuries associated with this condition. However, we are requesting that you perform the inspection outlined in this notice.

Arc flash protection market study released

June 5, 2019

The “Arc Flash Protection Market Report” provides a statistical analysis of “Arc Flash Protection Market by Equipment (Personal Protective Equipment and Arc Flash Detection & Control System) by End Users (Infrastructure, Utilities, Oil & Gas, and Others): Global Industrial Perspective, Comprehensive Analysis, and Forecast, 2017 – 2023.”

Where will the arc flash gloves market go next?

June 5, 2019

The Arc Flash Gloves Market report provides insights into demand forecasts, market trends, and micro and macro indicators. In addition, this report provides insights on the factors that are driving and restraining the demand for the Arc Flash Gloves market.

In-ear exposure monitoring gives real-time hearing protection data

No More guesswork

Dr. Robert Ghent Claes Haglund

June 4, 2019

Excessive noise is prevalent across industries. From manufacturing to construction, agriculture to oil and gas, more than 22 million U.S. workers are exposed to hazardous noise each year.1 Wherever unsafe levels of noise exist, employers are responsible for providing hearing protection devices (HPDs).

Manage extreme heat to avoid exhaustion, stroke, possible death

Climate control respirators

Ashlyn Oswalt

June 4, 2019

Industrial work environments are not ideal for comfort. They are often hot, stuffy, and stifling. Factor in the appropriate PPE that many workers are required to wear, and regulating body temperature can become extremely difficult, if not impossible. Without preventative measures, the results can be fatal.