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Product Focus: FR Protection

ESAB Savage A50 LUX welding helmet

October 28, 2024

This automatic helmet includes premium features.

Protecting workers from thermal exposures

Assess high heat & burn threats

It’s easy to over-protect – or under-protect – your workers from thermal exposures.

Caroline Holtzman

May 8, 2019

Hot, bulky, too tight or too loose - what starts out as required personal protective equipment (PPE) can become oppressive after four, eight or even 12 hours at work. The temptation for an overheated worker to pull off a glove or hood, roll up sleeves or unzip a coverall for a moment of relief can be irresistible.

Heat stress prevention tips

Acclimatization, break schedules, ventilation, clothing & monitoring stress can avoid illnesses and even fatilities.

Steve Graf

May 1, 2019

The topic of worker heat exposure has made headlines across the country in recent years. In January of this year, OSHA leveled a fine of $149,664 for violations of the General Duty Clause in response to the 2018 death of a California Postal Worker.

Silicone Palm TIG Welding Glove from West Chester Ironcat poised to revolutionize hand protection in welding

Glove will debut at the Fabtech Show November 16 in Las Vegas

November 8, 2016

For years, welders have used leather gloves to protect their hands because it provided the greatest protection from heat while remaining flexible in the face of the elements. Now, a new technology on the market brings a non-leather welding glove that surpasses the capabilities of leather.

High heat garments by National Safety Apparel

June 7, 2013

National Safety Apparel has released its non-aluminized Stealth line, designed for workers in high heat environments seeking a more comfortable option than traditional aluminized personal garments.

Stick welding glove by Revco Industries Inc

June 7, 2013

The BS99 21-inch stick welding glove from BSX® is perfect for welding, especially pipeline construction in the oil and gas industry.

NSA introduces its Stealth line of high heat garments

Comfort in high heat environments

April 30, 2013

National Safety Apparel has added a whole new approach to high heat resistance with the release of its non-aluminized Stealth line. The brand new Stealth line is designed for workers in high heat environments seeking a more comfortable option than traditional aluminized personal garments.