Helmet comes out on top (15th August 2008)

The winner of this year's BSIF Product Innovation Award, the Peltor Solaris submitted by Aearo (now part of 3M) enables the wearer to see when a helmet is unusable due to UV exposure...

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Larger size spectacles (1st August 2008)

Available from Aearo, Marcus Grönholm spectacles have hypoallergenic metal frames with adjustable nosepiece

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Clearer hearing (1st August 2008)

Following the announcement of the extension of the Control of Noise at Work Regulations to the entertainment industry E·A·R (an AEARO brand) thought carefully about how it would meet new demand for hearing protection.

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Bright idea (1st August 2008)

A new addition to Aearo's FUEL range of safety spectacles (sunglasses) promises to make working outdoors easier and is said to be the first frame on the European market with dark grey polarised lenses.

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Discreet protection (1st August 2008)

E.A.R, part of Aearo, has launched the Clear EAR 20 earplug.

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Eliminates the glare (1st June 2008)

Available from Peltor is a new safety spectacle that has a photochromic lens which can adapt to changing light conditions.

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Light a dark zone (1st May 2008)

Peltor's headlights are adjustable ultra-bright LED's that are easy to fit and compatible with all spectacle frames...

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Measure of protection (1st April 2008)

E.A.RFit hearing protection validation system from E.A.R enables employers to know the level of protection workers are receiving personally and does not rely on other people's statistical data.

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Measures attenuation (1st February 2008)

For many years there has been a debate regarding the relative merits of various calculation methods for the estimation of the degree of protection provided by hearing protection devices.

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Spectacle with LED (1st December 2007)

Available from Peltor, the Light Vision spectacle is equipped with an adjustable ultra-bright LED and has long battery life (in excess of 50h).

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Peltor eyewear solutions (1st October 2007)

BX The new BX model has a sleek and contoured design appropriate for today's flexible work requirements. Complete with Soft tip temples and Soft universal-fit nose bridge to improve comfort as well as adjustable length t

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Removes the guesswork (1st October 2007)

This year's A+A exhibition in Düsseldorf was the venue for the launch of E.A.R's E.A.RFit hearing protection validation system. The patented software enables the user to know the level of protection workers are receiv

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Younger appeal (1st June 2007)

Additions have been made to the range of Peltor Next hearing protection that was developed with the younger worker in mind.

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Stylish approach to safety eyewear (1st June 2007)

Available from Aearo, Solus safety eyewear, with colour-accented temples, is designed with sophistication and comfort very much in mind.

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Wait until you get a hold of this (11th May 2007)

The UltraFit X from Aearo, features the new innovative pistol grip stem, its angled shape is designed to give wearers improved fingertip control and aid ease of fit...

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Earplugs for the young (7th March 2007)

A new earplug range from Peltor has been specially designed for today’s younger work force...

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Sound check meter (1st February 2007)

E.A.R and Peltor have developed a simple sound level meter that complements their Optime Alert system by establishing which colour code the user needs to follow.

Simply deploy the meter at the employee's workstation and let

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Enquire today and win a sound check meter (8th January 2007)

Two fast acting readers stand the chance of winning one of E.A.R and Peltor's Optime Sound Check Meters...

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Hearing protection: selection simplified (1st June 2006)

To help employers comply with the latest Noise at Work Regulations, E.A.R and Peltor have devised an easyto- use selection system that helps with choosing the correct hearing protection for a particular noise level.

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Hearing protection simplified (5th May 2006)

Under the New noise legislation employers must provide suitable hearing protection where noise exceeds 80dB(A) and wearing is compulsory over 90dB(A), many employees not affected under previous legislation will now have to be considered. Choosing the

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Hi viz hearing protector (1st August 2005)

Peltor presents a new series of hearing protectors for use in high risk environments. In particular for professional categories like road and railway workers, construction workers, park and airport staff. The new series is called Peltor Optime Hi Viz

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Simply press to list (1st August 2005)

Passive hearing protectors from Peltor include a manual listening function.

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Latest plugs get a grip (1st August 2005)

Push-In earplugs with grip rings integrated into the foam have been developed by Aearo. They are said to afford excellent protection, with an SNR of 34dB and come with or without a cord.

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Toughnessand clarity (1st June 2005)

Due to their high density nylon frame, Fuel safety glasses from AOSafety resist impact, torsion and extreme temperatures.

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Band protection (1st June 2005)

A comfortable, economic alternative to earmuffs and earplugs is now offered by Aearo.

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Push-in-and-go earplugs (1st April 2005)

Push-in earplugs with grip rings integrated into the foam have been developed by Aearo. They are said to afford excellent protection, with an SNR of 34dB and come with or without a cord.

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SIMPLY PRESS THE BUTTON AND LISTEN (1st April 2005)

Peltor has introduced a new series of passive hearing detectors that have a manual listening function.

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PROTECTION AND COMMUNICATION (1st February 2005)

The Peltor Lite-Com is a series of radio headsets that combine hearing protection with communication radio.

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Smooth worker (1st February 2005)

Available from Aearo is a new earplug that softens and shapes with body heat.

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For the young worker (1st August 2004)

Aearo has developed the Peltor NEXT line of earplugs, designed for the younger worker. With bright colours, exciting shapes and ultra soft materials and attractive packaging NEXT is suited for younger workers. The NEXT earplugs come in three designs,

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Hi-viz protector (1st June 2004)

Peltors new series of hearing protectors are for use in high-risk areas.

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NO BACKING OUT WITH LATEST PLUG (1st April 2004)

Aearo has introduced an earplug that is designed not to back out of the ear.

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Plug softens and shapes (1st December 2003)

Aearo claims its Classic soft earplug reacts to the wearers body temperature, softening to give greater comfort and lower pressure in the ear, while still providing a high level of protection (36SNR). Made of a patented new foam, the plugs have a s

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TOUGH STUFF (1st October 2003)

Peltor has designed the G3000 protective helmet that gives improved protection against falling objects and offers a maximum field of vision. Ventilation has been improved by several ventilation holes over a large area, offering maximum through-flow o

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