Advancements in PPE Provide Ultimate Protection and All-Day Comfort
Improvements in personal protective equipment result in dependable, rugged and reliable protection for metalworkers.
Posted: January 3, 2024
Comfortable and ergonomically designed PPE, such as breakthrough technologies being applied to welding helmets, mean they are more likely to be used consistently, contributing to a safe working environment.
See Great to Weld Great
A comfortable line of welding helmets combines the rugged reliability and value of the RADNOR™ brand with the performance technology of the 3M™ Speedglas™ brand. Airgas (Radnor, PA), an Air Liquide company and one of the leading suppliers of safety and welding products, partnered with 3M, a leader in personal protective equipment solutions, to launch a newly branded line of RADNOR welding helmets and accessories using the Speedglas technology.
This welding helmet line is a first-of-its-kind collaboration and brings remarkable rugged, reliable and enhanced welding performance to welders at an affordable price point. RADNOR welding helmets made by 3M Speedglas are designed for all-day comfort, with comfortable head gear, larger viewing areas and longer battery life. Lenses using the proprietary 3M technology also help welders clearly see the arc of the weld. The professional-grade helmets are lightweight so welders stay comfortable while hitting daily goals, and are affordable, making them available for all.
New Five-Year Warranty for Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet Portfolio
Lincoln Electric (Cleveland, OH) has expanded its standard warranty for all VIKING Auto-Darkening Welding Helmets to an industry-leading five years. Effective for all VIKING Auto-Darkening Welding Helmets manufactured as of Oct. 1, 2022, this improved standard warranty is a result of Lincoln Electric’s continuous dedication to offering high quality products that stand up to rigorous standard testing and certification procedures.
“Our goal is to deliver proven welding protection you can count on, and that includes a hassle-free warranty that keeps welders under the hood with a welding helmet that delivers unmatched reliability,” said Michael Clifford, Lincoln Electric’s product manager of welding gear & tools.
Leading-edge Technology Supports Welders and Veterans
Not only is the Digital Infinity™ Series Honor helmet a top-of-the-line option for welding protection, but Miller Electric Mfg. LLC’s (Appleton, WI) customers also have the ability to support heroes thanks to a partnership with the Semper Fi and America’s Fund. The company donates $10 from every helmet sold to the fund. The helmet may feature camouflage visuals, but its properties help operators see even more than before thanks to its 13.4-square-inch viewing area, which provides maximum visibility. The lightweight 21.4-ounce design is made for all-day comfort and wear. The Honor helmet is packed with useful technology:
- Auto On/Off: The lens turns on automatically at the strike of an arc.
- ClearLight™ 2.0 Lens Technology: A brighter, clearer view is made possible by improved high-definition optics.
- InfoTrack™ 2.0: Increase productivity by tracking arc time and arc count.
- AutoSense™ Technology: Senses the weld environment to automatically set the helmet’s sensitivity.
- X-Mode™ Technology: Eliminates interference from sunlight and out-of-position welding angles.
- Memory Function: Easily switch between two preset customized memory settings.
