Sundström SR575 Industrial Safety Helmet
03 November, 2025The Sundström SR575 Industrial Safety Helmet is engineered for optimal balance, lightweight comfort and comprehensive protection for the head, eyes and respiratory system.
Will silicosis compensation costs rise despite Victoria's engineered stone ban?
31 October, 2025Monash University researchers have explored whether silicosis compensation costs are set to continue rising despite Victoria's engineered stone ban.
New model Code of Practice published for managing silica dust risks
05 September, 2025A new model Code of Practice for managing risks of respirable crystalline silica in the workplace has been published by Safe Work Australia.
Sundström gas filters range
01 August, 2025Sundström offers a range of gas filters that can be interchangeably used with the Sundström SR100 half-mask and SR200 full-face respirator by simply fitting into the filter attachment. The SR510 particle filter can be snapped onto the front of the gas filter.
2024 Review of the Dust Diseases Scheme — final report
27 June, 2025In New South Wales, the final report of the Standing Committee on Law and Justice's 2024 Review of the Dust Diseases Scheme has been released.
Could this trial bring us closer to a viable silicosis treatment?
13 June, 2025Researchers from The Alfred are embarking on a trial of a medication that, they believe, could bring patients closer to a viable treatment for silicosis.
Sundström SR200 Full-face respirator
01 May, 2025The Sundström SR200 full-face respirator offers superior facial seal, added eye and face protection, breathing comfort and a higher protection factor level than half-masks.
Early silicosis detection — via a 5 min breath test?
07 April, 2025A new diagnostic tool that analyses a person's breath for signs of silicosis has the potential to catch the disease before irreversible lung damage appears.
AWU: "Heads must roll after mass silicosis diagnosis"
18 March, 2025News that 13 M6 tunnel workers have been diagnosed with silicosis "should prompt immediate prosecutions by SafeWork NSW", the AWU said in a statement.
Since the ban: Victoria gives an engineered stone update
14 March, 2025Since the 1 July 2024 nationwide ban on the processing, manufacture and supply of engineered stone, Victoria has conducted 326 inspections.
Non-compliance with asbestos legislation sparks concern
17 February, 2025Failure to comply with asbestos legislation during renovations and demolitions has put both workers and the public in harm's way.
Study highlights the rapid rise of workplace silicosis
14 February, 2025New research from Monash University has confirmed a disturbing increase in cases of silicosis among Australian workers.
Business caught cutting stone after ban implemented
03 February, 2025A WA carpentry business was recently found to be working with engineered stone after the nationwide ban was put in place.
Sundström SR510 particle filter
01 February, 2025Australia Standard AS/NZS 1716 approved, the SR510 is a high-efficiency Class P3 filter.
Why tougher regulations on silica are just the start
10 January, 2025Despite recently updated regulations, Australia is not done and dusted when it comes to managing the health risks associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica.
