Combined protection

3M is launching a welding and safety
helmet that combines respiratory,
head, grinding and welding plus
optional hearing protection to
provide the wearer with optimum
versatility and comfort.

The Speedglas 9100 MP (Multi-
Protection) Welding & Safety Helmet
has been designed to be wellbalanced,
with a low centre of
gravity, even when the helmet and
visor are in the raised position. The
top shell is made from heat-resistant
polycarbonate. Hearing protection
can also be quickly added, with the
Peltor Helmet-Mounted Earmuff
Assembly Kit from 3M.

The helmet is also compatible with
the Adflo Powered Air Respirator by
3M. When used together, the helmet
offers class TH3 respiratory
protection with an assigned
protection factor (APF) of 40
“Combined PPE options for
welders are limited, so there is a
demand for equipment that is
comfortable and straightforward to
use, as well as offering the level of
protection needed,” says Alan
McArthur, 3M technical specialist.