Protects from paints and dusts (1st October 2008)

Coveralls from 3M are helping protect employees of Hoover Candy Group who work within environments that demand PPE, for example in paint spraying plants.

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Particulate respirator (1st October 2008)

The 9922 FFP2 particulate respirator is the latest addition to 3M's range of maintenance-free respirators. It provides comfortable protection against fine dusts and oil and water-based mists.

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Frangible post system makes debut (1st August 2008)

A tight deadline for several new signs was the debut for 3M's Frangible Post System on the M54 and M6.

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Easier, greener cleaning (1st June 2008)

Diversified technology company 3M's, Nomad Modular Matting System can reduce the costs associated with cleaning and make the process greener.

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Launchpad for shield (1st April 2008)

Diversified technology company, 3M, will unveil at MACH 2008 the latest product in its range of Speedglas welding shields.

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WEBSITE CELEBRATES PAD'S 50th BUFF-DAY (1st April 2008)

The Scotch-Brite floor pad is 50 years old on 25th April 2008 and to celebrate this milestone 3M has launched a website – www.3M.co.uk/ scotchbritefloorpads – which is filled with fascinating facts and figures about t

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Warm and easy to see (1st April 2008)

Cardno, manufacturer of products for the vehicle recovery industry, uses two materials from 3M – Scotchlite Reflective Material and Thinsulate insulation.

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Save your breath - a filter is not for life but your lungs are (1st October 2007)

New research suggests that the health and safety of

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Designed to be worn (1st June 2007)

To help increase wearer acceptance of PPE, 3M products are designed with comfort, fit, style and performance in mind.

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Low weight shield (1st June 2007)

3M has launched its lightest ever auto-darkening welding shield, weighing in at just 360 grams.

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Free safety spectacles (3rd April 2007)

To mark the launch of four new lines of safety spectacles, PPE specialist 3M is offering readers free sample spectacles...

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Flexible approach (1st April 2007)

3M has joined forces with EPL Composite Solutions in the development of a new type of 'passively safe' post that, it believes, signals a new era for the signing industry and a step forward in improving road safety.

The 3M Fr

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Free safety spectacles (7th March 2007)

To mark the launch of four new lines of safety spectacles, personal protective equipment specialist 3M is offering readers free sample spectacles...

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Enquire and receive a free coverall (7th February 2007)

To mark the launch of its new range of protective coveralls, supplier of personal protective equipment, 3M, is offering a free sample of the coverall to every reader who enquires...

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Security and comfort (1st February 2007)

3M's occupational health and environmental safety range includes a choice of eyewear.

Incorporating standard features such as lightweight, scratch-resistant coating, anti-fog treatment, UV protection, durability and comfort,

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New range of Coveralls (1st February 2007)

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Is your PPE working together? If not, try a free 3M sample pack (13th October 2006)

Recent research carried out by the HSE showed that mis-use, mis-selection, lack of maintenance and/or lack of training were major contributory causes in almost two-thirds of the 9000+ incidents mentioning PPE each year. Incompatible PPE can lead to a system that is ineffective, uncomfortable and therefore not worn correctly – if at all. Which is where 3M comes in. Read on for a free sample pack.

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Is your PPE working together? If not, try a free 3M sample pack (13th October 2006)

Recent research carried out by the HSE showed that mis-use, mis-selection, lack of maintenance and/or lack of training were major contributory causes in almost two-thirds of the 9000+ incidents mentioning PPE each year. Incompatible PPE can lead to a system that is ineffective, uncomfortable and therefore not worn correctly – if at all. Which is where 3M comes in. Read on for a free sample pack.

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Made for each other? (1st October 2006)

Recent research carried out by the HSE on RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases or Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) reports showed that mis-use, mis-selection, lack of maintenance and/or lack of training were major contri

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Disposable kit quickly cleans up spills (1st October 2006)

Removing the need for dustpan, mop and bucket, a compact and disposable spill kit from 3M contains everything needed to clear up a spill in one box.

The kit has been designed to increase the speed and efficiency of clearing

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Reflective safety rope (1st August 2006)

When textile technologist Paul Hall tripped over a mooring rope in the dark while on a boating holiday he vowed to develop a solution to prevent others from suffering the same fate.

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Soft seal respirator (1st June 2006)

To minimise the risk of respiratory damage to workers exposed to cement dusts, Chris Fish, health and safety advisor at Castle Cement's Ribblesdale plant, has opted to standardise FFP3 protection in all respirators on site.

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Reducing the risk of cross-contamination (1st June 2006)

Scotch-Brite colourcoded, disposable wipes from 3M are designed to help reduce the risk of cross-contamination.

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Sounding out solutions (1st June 2006)

In addition to highlighting important factors relating to noise on construction sites, a recent survey carried out by Laing O'Rourke and 3M demonstrated the role an on-line HPE selector tool can play in speeding up the selection process for hearing p

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Protection for welders (1st April 2006)

At one time, debilitating conditions such as Arc Eye and Metal fume fever were often accepted as common hazards of a welder's job. Now, employers are able to protect their workers from the risks associated with welding. Jamie McCallum of 3M UK looks

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Website focuses on cleaning and care (1st April 2006)

3M has introduced a new Facilities Cleaning and Care website that acts as a comprehensive information resource for the provision and maintenance of safe, clean workplaces.

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Reflective sheeting (1st April 2006)

3M's new reflective sheeting for signage is said to provide optimum visibility at long, medium and short distances.

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Breath of fresh air on campus (1st February 2006)

At the University of Edinburgh, certain applications within the campus require people to work with hazardous substances, some of which can be harmful if inhaled.

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Ready for MACH 2006 (1st February 2006)

New respiratory and eye protection products for welders will be unveiled by 3M at MACH 2006 (NEC, Birmingham, 15 to 19 May).

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Grand Prix winner (1st August 2005)

Anyone visiting the British Grand Prix in July this year was encouraged to use ear plugs supplied free by Silverstone to help counteract the noise levels reached during the event.

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You’ve got to be seen to be safe (1st June 2005)

Every year, around 70 people are killed and 2000 seriously injured in accidents involving vehicles in and around workplaces.1 Often, accidents are the result of pedestrians being struck by forklift trucks or reversing lorries, whose drivers are unawa

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Minimises vibes (1st June 2005)

Legislation comes into force in July that drastically reduces a worker’s permitted exposure to vibration levels.

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Some sound advice (1st April 2005)

The European Physical Agents (Noise) Directive 2003/10/EEC will be implemented into UK Legislation in February 2006. The new, reduced personal noise exposure levels set in the Directive may mean that employers currently unaffected by the current nois

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Entrance matting (1st April 2005)

Entrance matting and walkway solutions from 3M help to keep entrances and other high risk areas in educational establishments clean, dry and attractive.

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Prepare for new regs (1st February 2005)

In the UK around 17 000 people suffer deafness, tinnitus or other ear conditions as a result of exposure to excessive noise at work. The new European Directive 2003/10/EEC is due to become national law in February 2006 and 3M believes now is an ideal

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REDUCING RISK OF HAVS (1st February 2005)

Howmet, manufacturer of components for the industrial gas turbine and other advanced technology industries, is keen to address the risks of vibration to its workforce and has installed grinding equipment from 3M.

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AA stands out (1st December 2004)

When revamping its traditional waterproof jacket and waistcoat, the AA adopted an easy-clean, three-part Flexibell clothing system initially developed by Bell Apparel for the ambulance service.

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Be clean and seen (1st October 2004)

Trackside maintenance can be heavy duty, dirty work.

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IN PARTNERSHIP TO IMPROVE FLOOR CARE (1st October 2004)

3M and Dowding & Plummer are working together to provide customers with advice and cost effective floor maintenance solutions.

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Good, good vibrations (1st October 2004)

Worryingly, the Health and Safety Executive and the Medical Research Council estimate that potentially 4.9 million workers are exposed to hand arm vibration (HAVS), 1 million are exposed to vibration levels above the current HSE action limit and 300

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BENEFITS FROM ANTI-GLARE FILTER (1st August 2004)

3M Computer Filters says new research explodes the myth that there is no need to use an anti-glare filter with lcd monitors.

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High visibility check (1st August 2004)

As an increasing number of reflective materials are now available, it is important that the garment buyer or manufacturer specifies that the tape used on high visibility garments or accessories conforms to the necessary EN standards.

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Reflective technology (1st February 2004)

To complement its glassbead Scotchlite reflective material, 3M has introduced a series of Scotchlite High Gloss materials that use microprismatic technology to give garments a different look and feel.

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Face masks / respirators - Breathing easy (1st February 2004)

The introduction of the COSHH requirement to fit test tight fitting respirators (see note 1) has highlighted the need for the correct Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) to be worn by people who work in environments containing hazardous airborne p

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