Breaking free from a cycle of failure (1st February 2010)

When faced with a persistent problem in any Hearing Conservation Program safety managers often try to

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In-Ear technology measures noise exposure in real-time to help prevent workplace hearing loss (15th December 2009)

Howard Leight by Sperian has introduced QuietDose, which is said to be the only personal dosimeter that measures and records a worker’s actual in-ear exposure to noise over an entire work shift...

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Lateral inserts (1st October 2009)

Sperian Protection has launched the Optrel p500, a new line of customisable welding helmets that combines design and performance. The optoelectronic helmets incorporate the new concept of lateral inserts. Welders c

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New european website (1st October 2009)

A new website from Timberland PRO aims to address all business sectors, in industry and services providing online access to a range of footwear, gloves and protective clothing. The tabs on the homepage give convenient o

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Achieving adequate protection (1st September 2009)

In scenarios where hearing protection is required,providing adequate protection is only half the battle; ensuring a correct fit is also essential - and not as easy as it looks, discovers Georgina Bisby when trying out a new technology at Sperian's headquaters...

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Comfort close up (1st September 2009)

Research among end users has shown that comfort is often the main factor in the use of protective eye equipment in environments such as factories, construction sites and laboratories. In resonse to this headto- toe Pers

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Enhances effectiveness of hearing protection (31st July 2009)

New from Howard Leight by Sperian is VeriPRO, a technology which measures the real-world attenuation of earplugs. The new technology overcomes the weakness of the Single Number Rating (SNR) system which only provides a theoretical level of hearing protection as opposed to an actual measurement. ..

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Enhances effectivness of hearing protection (1st July 2009)

New from Howard Leight by Sperian is VeriPRO, a technology which measures the realworld attenuation of earplugs. The new technology overcomes the weakness of the Single Number Rating (SNR) system which only provide

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Bright,light mask design (1st February 2009)

Optrel, a Sperian Protection brand known for welding masks has changed its name to Sperian Welding Protection AG with Optrel becoming integrated within the product names.

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Less slip, more grip and 20 per cent lighter (1st October 2008)

Sperian Protection has added 11 new safety footwear products to its Bac'Run range which are 20 per cent lighter than previous models thanks to a new polyurethane formula and injection process. The firm says this helps

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Less slip, more grip and 20 per cent lighter (1st October 2008)

Sperian Protection has added 11 new safety footwear products to its Bac'Run range which are 20 per cent lighter than previous models thanks to a new polyurethane formula and injection process. The firm says this helps

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Comfort that lasts (1st October 2008)

Howard Leight by Sperian has technically enhanced its Bilsom 303 single-use earplug to offer an enhanced fit in the ear canal and to increase in-ear comfort over long periods of time.

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The gloves are off (1st August 2008)

Sperian Protection has launched two new products that combine protection and freedom of movement: Perfect Poly Aqua and Polytril Air Comfort gloves.

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Accessories improve comfort (1st August 2008)

Sperian has introduced two new accessories for its earmuffs. The Polar Hood is specifically designed to be worn with earmuffs, which ensures optimal attenuation for workers exposed to cold climates.

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Keeping their kit on (1st June 2008)

Most employers now recognise the important role that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays on construction sites. Simply making PPE available is, however, no guarantee that it will be regularly used, says Paula Concannon of Sperian Protection

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Keeping their kit on (1st June 2008)

Most employers now recognise the important role that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays on construction sites. Simply making PPE available is, however, no guarantee that it will be regularly used, says Paula Concan

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Eyewear debut (1st June 2008)

Sperian Protection has introduced Sperian Ignite safety spectacles, a comfortable, sleek addition to its safety eyewear and the first innovation under the new Sperian brand for eye protection.

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Hearing protection and hi-visibility (1st June 2008)

Incorporating high-visibility earcups and reflective headbands, along with a completely dielectric construction, Thunder T2HV earmuffs from the Howard Leight by Sperian brand provide workers with a total hearing solut

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Tough, lightweight retractable lifeline (1st June 2008)

Miller by Sperian is strengthening its range of webbing self-retractable lifelines with the introduction of the Falcon 6m.

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Ppe, advice and a free draw to enter (1st April 2008)

For the first time at Safety & Health Expo UK visitors will have the chance to get more information on Sperian Protection (formerly Bacou- Dalloz).

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Hi-vis radio earmuffs (1st December 2007)

Howard Leight by Sperian has introduced a new radio hearing protection earmuff.

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Partnership renewed with timberland (1st December 2007)

Sperian Protection and Timberland have renewed their partnership and signed a 4-year licensing agreement for the Timberland PRO brand name in Europe.

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Bacou-Dalloz becomes Sperian Protection (1st October 2007)

Sperian Protection is the name chosen by PPE specialist, Bacou-Dalloz, as it takes on a new unifying identity as part of its international expansion strategy...

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New name for ppe company (1st August 2007)

Bacou-Dalloz has become Sperian Protection and is adopting a new, unifying identity. Sperian will be the umbrella brand name, bringing together the entire brand portfolio.

A balance of strong and soft sounds, the word Speria

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New name for ppe company (1st August 2007)

Bacou-Dalloz has become Sperian Protection and is adopting a new, unifying identity. Sperian will be the umbrella brand name, bringing together the entire brand portfolio.

A balance of strong and soft sounds, the word Speria

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Visibility and comfort (1st August 2007)

Sperian Protection has introduced the Satellite Brilliant OSE, a new optoelectronic welding helmet that is designed to meet the needs of welding professionals.

The helmet enables welders to have a good view of their surround

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For extreme environments (1st August 2007)

Fall protection specialist Miller, part of Sperian Protection, has introduced two 'Extreme Environment' harnesses.

The Miller Atex harness and the Miller Kevlar harness both address critical safety issues for those working a

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For extreme environments (1st August 2007)

Fall protection specialist Miller, part of Sperian Protection, has introduced two ‘Extreme Environment’ harnesses.

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New, full face mask (12th July 2007)

Willson has introduced the Optifit Twin, a full face respiratory mask with twin filters and a comfortable silicone face seal...

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New, full face mask (1st June 2007)

Willson has introduced the Optifit Twin, a full face respiratory mask with twin filters and a comfortable silicone face seal.

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Specialist harness (1st February 2007)

Miller, the fall arrest brand from Bacou-Dalloz, has launched Ropax, a specialist rope access and rescue operations harness, designed to meet the demanding requirements of the telecoms and utilities sectors, the rescue servic

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Versatile full-face respirator (1st February 2007)

Optifit is a new and highly versatile full face air purifying respirator (APR) mask from Willson, the respiratory equipment brand from Bacou-Dalloz.

It is designed to afford a high level of respiratory protection against a r

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Improved fit for earplugs (1st December 2006)

Howard Leight has redesigned and updated its AirSoft multiple-use earplugs.

Bill Sokol, vice president strategic marketing for the Bacou-Dalloz Hearing Safety Group, says "With AirSoft approaching its 30th birthday, it was a

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Featuring flexible fit (1st December 2006)

Protégé is the latest ultralightweight (27gm) safety spectacle from Pulsafe.

Offering a flexible fit and comfortable for long periods, the spectacles are tough enough to provide good impact protection in a range of environme

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Light and slim earmuff design (1st December 2006)

Bilsom, the hearing protection range from Bacou-Dalloz, has launched a super-slim, lightweight earmuff – the Leightning LZero (LO) Series.

Suitable for marginal noise environments where earmuffs do not have to be worn contin

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Food industry range (1st December 2006)

Available from Arco's Big Red Book, the Perfect Fit, protective glove range from Bacou Dalloz now includes gloves specifically designed for the food industry.

The FineDex range provides hand protection across many different

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FREE hearing protection seminars (15th August 2006)

Two of the UK’s major hearing protection brands, Howard Leight and Bilsom, are running a series of FREE regional seminars designed to provide Health & Safety Officers with the latest practical information on noise-induced hearing loss, the new EU Noise Directive and how to implement an effective hearing conservation programme.

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Heightened awareness (1st August 2006)

All those who work at height, or manage others who work at height, need to be aware of their health and safety responsibilities, especially with the emphasis now on a risk-assessed approach.

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Fashion styling for safety eyewear (1st August 2006)

Pulsafe, the safety spectacles brand from Bacou-Dalloz, says it has brought fashion styling to safety eyewear with its new Metalite range of safety spectacles.

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Free seminars (1st August 2006)

Two of the UK's leading hearing protection brands Howard Leight and Bilsom are hosting a series of free seminars designed to provide health and safety officers with the latest practical information on noise-induced hearing

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Stylish super grip safety footwear (8th June 2006)

Bacou Footwear says its Silver Link range combines innovative safety features with stylish design.Key to the Silver Link boot is a specially designed high grip sole, that gives high stability on virtually any surface, preventing the slips and trips t

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Stylishly comfortable (1st June 2006)

Available through PPE specialist Bacou-Dalloz, Timberland PRO comprises a range of footwear, clothing and gloves that ensure the wearer is comfortable and has ease of movement throughout the working day.

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Combines eye and respiratory protection (1st April 2006)

Welders are exposed not only to the risk of eye damage from radiation and sparks, but from the inhalation of dangerous fumes.

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Full body harness (1st April 2006)

Available in five versions, the Miller Revolution provides workers with fall protection that is convenient to adjust and ergonomically designed for a comfortable fit.

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RPE: Fitting solutions (1st February 2006)

In addition to the primary objective of safeguarding employees' respiratory health, a managed and regular Fit Testing Programme can deliver other benefits. Ralph Deter of Bacou-Dalloz explains We receive many calls from companies asking for advice on

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Adjust to suit wearer (1st February 2006)

New from Pulsafe, part of Bacou-Dalloz, is FitLogic, protective eyewear that is capable of infinite adjustments for the face, cheekbones, ear and nose profiles to ensure a perfect fit for every face.

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Full body harness (1st December 2005)

Miller, part of Bacou-Dalloz, has introduced a new concept in full body harness design.

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High level of protection (1st December 2005)

Alltask is providing the contract scaffolding service for the new Wembley stadium and relies on Bacou-Dalloz equipment to achieve the 'safe system' of work required for the heights at which it is working.

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Eye protection (1st December 2005)

Eye protection is a key issue in chemicals handling and Centrica Energy, the gas production and processing arm of Centrica, has specified Pulsafe safety spectacles from Bacou- Dalloz to protect its staff.

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New course (1st October 2005)

Bacou-Dalloz, working with paramedics from the West Country Ambulance Service, has designed a rescue-training course to meet the needs of those working at height.

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Plugs filter noise (1st June 2005)

Recent additions to the Bacou-Dalloz Howard Leight ear protection range are the Matrix and Smart- Fit earplugs.

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Showing solutions (1st June 2005)

Bacou-Dalloz and Buildspan joined forces at SED 2005 to show a range of products suitable for use in the concrete construction industry.

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LATEST PPE RANGES WILL BE ON SHOW (1st April 2005)

Bacou-Dalloz will show the latest additions to its PPE ranges at this year’s Safety & Health Expo.

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POWERED ASSISTED RESPIRATORY UNIT (1st April 2005)

Willson, part of Bacou- Dalloz, has launched a new range of power-assisted respiratory protective equipment.

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QUICK ACTIVATING CABLE LIFELINE (1st April 2005)

With falls from height still one of the major causes of work-related injury, Miller, part of Bacou-Dalloz, has launched the Black Rhino self-retracting cable lifeline.

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Face protection (1st April 2005)

Optrel, part of the Bacou Dalloz group, has launched two optoelectronic welding helmets that are said to set the safety benchmark for all similar welding PPE.

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New goggle launch (1st February 2005)

Pulsafe, the eye protection range from Bacou- Dalloz, has reinforced its pioneering reputation in the industry with the launch of Flex Seal, the world’s first safety goggle made with a silicone body and so able to conform perfectly to any facial prof

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Advice book (1st December 2004)

Described as a one-stop shop catalogue and guide, the latest literature detailing Miller fall arrest equipment is available free from Bacou-Dalloz.

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ANTISTATIC GARMENT FOR SINGLE-USE (1st October 2004)

Available from Bacou-Dalloz are new single-use antistatic dust and splash-proof coveralls from Mutexil.

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Safety shoes (1st October 2004)

New safety shoes have been introduced by Bacou, the safety shoe specialist within Bacou-Dalloz. The X-Premium range comprises nine models designed to adapt to every shape of foot.

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Composite toecap (1st October 2004)

The new BAC’RUN range of safety footwear from Bacou-Dalloz features an asymmetrically-shaped, fully composite toecap that reduces the weight of the shoe and is said to create excellent balance, similar to that of non-safety footwear.

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Workplace protection (1st August 2004)

Construction is Britain's biggest industry but also one of its most dangerous. Falls from height are the most common causes of fatal injury and the second most common of major injury, to employees.

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Bacou Dalloz - Experts in Eye and Ear Protection (1st August 2004)

Bacou-Dalloz is the worlds leading personal protection equipment (PPE) manufacturer with a complete range of protective equipment for the workplace. Here we focus on the latest developments in eye and ear protection from their Pulsafe and Bilsom rang

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Barracuda snaps top prize (1st June 2004)

The Miller Barracuda from Bacou-Dalloz took the top prize and was overall winner of this years British Safety Industry Federation Product Innovation Awards. The scaffolding lanyard represents a safer fall protection solution for scaffolders who have,

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FREE SAFETY SPECS OFFER (1st April 2004)

Bacou-Dalloz is offering a free pair of Pulsafe XC safety spectacles to enquiring HSM readers. The company believes the new spectacles will become the flagship of the Pulsafe range and says that they set new standards in eye protection. The 9-base cu

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Hearing solutions (1st February 2004)

Bilsom, the hearing protection brand of Bacou-Dalloz, has introduced an earplug Solutions Box whereby users try and then choose the hearing protection that is best suited to their working conditions.

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New asbestos legislation (1st February 2004)

An epidemic of the asbestos cancer mesothelioma has been predicted in a study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ). This study has focused minds on the forthcoming Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations that comes into force on 1st May 200

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Safe materials handling (1st February 2004)

IMHX 2004 rightly bills itself as the UKs only comprehensive exhibition for the materials handling and storage industry. The exhibition is co-owned by BITA (British Industrial Truck Association). Knowledge zone A new feature at IMHX 2004 will be the

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Welding goggle (1st January 2004)

Pulsafe, the eye and face protection brand of Bacou-Dalloz has introduced a new welding goggle.

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