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FR vs. AR—two incredibly important terms with distinct roles that sound far too similar to leave unexplained. Let’s talk about how they’re different and why that impacts the decisions you make in protecting your team Download
When it comes to workplace safety in the electrical industry, it is essential to incorporate FR/AR clothing to ensure your safety program is compliant with the latest edition of NFPA 70E®. Task-based wear has its specific uses; however, ensuring that each employee is properly outfitted […]
Examinetics’ internally developed, innovative technology, Salux, is the only hearing conservation solution program that provides clients with a testing solution constructed to fit all their needs, reducing inconvenience to EH&S facility managers and minimizing disruption to operations.
Selecting the right filters for your dust collector is an important decision that affects the safety and efficiency of your operation. But when considering the different standards – MERV vs. ASHRAE 199 – it can get complicated and confusing. This guide provides the facts you […]
Date: Thursday, September 28, 2023Time: 1:00 PM ETDuration: 1 hour The proper selection of PPE is very important. In this webinar you will see that though the thermal hazards may be different for different industries the basics for selection, use, care and maintenance of FR Clothing […]
Does your employee hearing testing program need improvement? Is the cost, scheduling, time commitment, and data management giving you headaches? Download this e-book to learn about: • The options available for occupational hearing testing • The pros and cons of each • How to decide […]
Did you know? All arc-rated clothing is flame resistant (FR), but not all FR rated clothing has been Arc Rated (AR). The FR and AR terms specifically apply to protective fabrics used in the garments and PPE needed as a part of a thermal hazard […]
Are you a March Madness fan? It’s been said that offense wins games, but defense wins championships. And we agree. Selecting protective gear that defends your workers in a complex market full of standards is difficult—so we’re creating an easy-to-learn logic to help you and […]
When creating a FR/AR PPE program, safety engineers dedicate a fair amount of time researching, selecting and sourcing quality garments to protect their employees. Time is spent on the front end to ensure that the proper garment is designed to comply with industry standards and […]
The sustainability of FR/AR clothing is an important issue that must be taken into consideration. By using more sustainable materials, eco-friendly production methods and programs to recycle and repurpose used clothing, plus more closely evaluating the materials used on a molecular level, manufacturers can greatly […]
Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023Time: 11:00 AM ETDuration: 1 hour All FR/AR fabrics are not created equal, and understanding what’s offered – and what’s possible – is critical. In this webinar, Scott Francis from Westex: A Milliken Brand highlights three key drivers behind the latest in […]
Dust in the workplace is unavoidable; yet, managing dust is much more than a routine housekeeping consideration. Anything from sugar to metal to rubber can produce dust, and in manufacturing settings, these dust particles can pose serious hazard risks. These risks span not only fire […]
In this QuickChat, Mike Eby, Editorial Director of ECM, and Jason Elder, Business Development Manager at Lenzing, discuss the key factors for FR/AR PPE selection: Protection, Performance, Comfort, Sustainability.
Know what you are truly buying: The flame-resistant, arc-rated (FR/AR) fabric in workwear is the single largest factor in determining the garment’s protection level, comfort and overall value. This article explores why you should look beyond industry standards to specify FR fabrics that adequately protect […]
Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity as a sustainable alternative to gasoline-powered cars, and they’re quickly being seen as a key player in helping the governments achieve their near- and long-term environmental goals. One often-overlooked consideration in the conversation around EVs is how the high-voltage […]
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