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Having worked in the high-rise construction industry for 20 years, Stub-EASE inventor, Jeff Krause realized the need for an engineered solution after his first CCIP (Contractor Controlled Insurance Program) project suffered the financial loss from Incidents related to “Conduit Stub-Ups,” one of which settled at $1.3 Million Dollars, but also saw the effect it had on the lives of those involved over the course of his career.

MSA is excited to announce we have launched a new and improved Super-V Type II helmet offering improved comfort and new approvals. The updated Super-V hard hat includes a new foam liner that eliminates pressure points while increasing user comfort and compliance. In addition, the Super-V helmet is now available as a Type II helmet for both ANSI and CSA giving customers a complete solution in one product.

Be at the top of your game this winter with our DRIFIRE® Cold Weather Balaclava. Its soft, double layer 8 oz. FR fabric keeps you warm and protected. Featuring moisture management technology for superior moisture wicking, this balaclava dries four times faster than cotton and prevents odors.

Radians, a leading manufacturer of high performance safety products, recently launched three new Kamori™ by Radians® white grain goat skin driver gloves, the RWG50, the RWG51, and the RWG52. Both the RWG50 and RWG52 have been tested to an ANSI Cut rating of A4 and an EN388 cut rating of 5. They both feature an ergonomic keystone thumb, aramid lining, and a slip-on cuff. Additionally, the RWG50 features dense, yellow-green TPR overlays on the back of the hand for added abrasion resistance and impact protection.

Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced a new connected gas detector designed to keep industrial operations safe while making set-up, maintenance and compliance reporting faster and easier by leveraging Bluetooth connectivity. The new Sensepoint XRL fixed gas detector monitors industrial operations for specific hazardous gases, such as carbon monoxide or methane.

Despite the fact that most worksites require eye protection, the Center for Disease Control reports nearly 2,000 work-related eye injuries requiring medical attention a day. Among the root causes is compliance – not wearing eye protection – which continues to be an issue on jobsites and in workzones.

Lift and pour (360º rotation) heavy drums at up to 72” with secure, ergonomic control using Morse 410 Series Hydra-Lift Karriers. One person can handle steel, plastic or fiber drums with great safety and protection to people, drums and property. MORCINCH™ automatically adapts to your 22” to 23.5” diameter drums. Battery, AC or air powered models are available.

VelocityEHS, the global leader in cloud environment, health, safety (EHS) and sustainability software, today announced an update to its VelocityEHS Mobile App that empowers employees to conduct inspections and observations from their mobile devices, even when offline. The simple-to-use app allows workers to instantly report incidents, near misses and hazards – with or without internet connectivity – via a smartphone or tablet device.

ALERT Safety Products, a designer and manufacturer of Forklift Warning Systems, recently launched a new forklift activated projector. Project ALERT warns pedestrians of approaching forklift traffic at dangerous pedestrian crossings, blind corners and intersections.

Every day, work is done where equipment needs to be able to take a beating and keep working. For the toughest jobs, Cotterman® introduces the Super Duty WorkmasterTM ladder.