Personal protection equipment

Antibacterial soaps cause concern

27 February, 2013

More has been learned about the impact that antimicrobial agents, when used in antibacterial soaps, have on hand hygiene, human health and the environment.


Spill protection range at Safety in Action 2013

19 February, 2013

A range of portable spill containment equipment - along with emergency shower and eyewash technology - will be among the safety systems that will be on display at the Enware Australia stand at Safety in Action 2013.


Electrolyte replacement drink saves mine site worker’s life

19 February, 2013 | Supplied by: Pryme Australia Pty Ltd

A mine site worker who was hospitalised for dehydration three times in a month says his condition only improved after he started drinking Sqwincher rehydration drinks.


Tait BioLink vest

11 February, 2013 | Supplied by: Tait Communications

A vest that uses Bluetooth and can monitor the heart rate, breathing rate, activity level and movement has been manufactured by Tait Communications.


Progard 2000 Microporous Coveralls

05 February, 2013 | Supplied by: Workwear Industries Pty Ltd

The Progard 2000 Microporous Coveralls are designed for chemical protection and made from a layered fibre which is breathable, waterproof, durable and comfortable.


Bamboo work shirt

05 February, 2013 | Supplied by: Workwear Industries Pty Ltd

The Riggers bamboo polo shirts are made from a breathable, absorbent material that has bacterial inhibition, thermo control and antistatic qualities.


Taeki5 protective sleeve range

05 February, 2013 | Supplied by: QS Safety

Taeki5 protective sleeves have been developed to protect arms and elbows against mechanical and thermal risks.


Dyson Airblade hand dryer range

05 February, 2013 | Supplied by: Dyson Appliances (Aust) Pty Ltd

Developed by a team of 125 Dyson engineers, three Airblade hand dryers are fast, hygienic and are a sustainable way to dry hands properly.


Riggers BRGB03S Nullabor lace-up safety boot

05 February, 2013 | Supplied by: Workwear Industries Pty Ltd

The BRGB03S Nullabor lace-up safety boot with bump cap is part of the Riggers footwear range.


Taeki5 protective glove with touchpad capabilities

04 February, 2013 | Supplied by: QS Safety

A protective glove with touchpad capabilities is part of the Taeki5 range of hand, arm and body protection designed to ensure a safer working environment.


Exair Super Ion Air Knife static eliminator

25 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Compressed Air Australia Pty Ltd

Exair’s Super Ion Air Knife neutralises static electricity while blowing away dust and particulates from printed surfaces, paper, plastics and three-dimensional shapes.


Elliotts ArcSafe Elvex face-shield range

23 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Elliott Australia Pty Ltd

Elliotts ArcSafe Elvex face shields and kits are tested and certified at the Kinectrics High Current Laboratory.


HexArmor Rig Lizard Oasis 2022 gloves

22 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Diplomat Blades Aust Pty Ltd

HexArmor has released the Rig Lizard Oasis 2022 hand protection.


Noise protection - functional and looking good

22 January, 2013

As the importance of noise abatement grows so does the demand for better acoustic building components. Scientists are developing new solutions: aesthetically good-looking and flexibly applicable micro-perforated sound absorbers.


Showa Best 6105PF GreeN-Dex biodegradable nitrile gloves

22 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Showa Best Gloves

Using eco best technology (EBT), Showa Best has developed a biodegradable disposable nitrile glove, with no loss in mechanical or chemical-resistant performance and no latex or powder in the glove.


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