Protective Fabrics -- Occupational Health & Safety

GlenGuard®

Protective Fabrics

The newest addition to the GlenGuard family of protective fabrics makes it even less likely that workers will cheat on compliance. GlenGuard 5.3 oz was engineered to be lighter while achieving CAT 2 classification. Keeping workers as comfortable as possible will help them wear their garments compliantly. You can specify GlenGuard when selecting fabrics, and visit the company at its site: glenguard.com/en_us. If you’re at ASSE 2016, visit booth 2047. Booth 2047

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CABINET COOLER

EXAIR’s new 316 Stainless Steel ATEX Cabinet Cooler Systems are the latest solution for protecting sensitive electronics in ATEX classified areas. This product is UL tested, CE compliant and meets the requirements for use upon classified purged and pressurized electrical enclosures within Zones 2 and 22. With cooling capacities up to 5,600 BTUs per hour, it protects electrical enclosures indoors and outdoors. Read More
ARC FLASH SRL

The FallTech Arc Flash Mini Pro is an ASTM F887-rated self-retracting lifeline (SRL) designed to offer maximum protection as well as freedom of movement. Thanks to rugged construction and a 100 percent Kevlar lifeline, this device can withstand the extreme temperatures generated by arc flash incidents. Its overall ergonomic design and low-profile energy absorber minimizes interference and reduces physical strain. Read More
Type-N Clear Lens Safety Glasses

Are your workers taking off their safety glasses at the worst possible moments? Do they get themselves (and you) in trouble for non-compliance? That’s because their glasses don’t fit properly. Mechanix Wear glasses don’t have that problem. We’ve designed our glasses to fit a variety of head shapes so that everyone on your team can wear them comfortably. The lightweight wraparound frame can be worn all day without issues, whether indoors or outdoors. Try Mechanix Wear eyewear today and see what kind of a difference comfort makes. Read More

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