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  • Industrial
Stop Trusting Breakthrough Time Alone to Choose a Chemical Suit

Key Takeaway Breakthrough time is only one part of chemical suit performance. Real protection depends on understanding the full permeation...

chemical and electrical hazards
  • Industrial
PPE Compatibility: What You’re Missing Between Arc Flash and Chemical Hazards

Key Takeaway Arc flash and chemical splash hazards don’t mix, unless your PPE is built for both. Many companies assume...

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  • Industrial
What Is Comfort Creep in FR Clothing and How Do You Stop It Before It Becomes a Risk?

Key Takeaway: Comfort creep happens when workers start loosening or modifying their FR clothing because it feels too hot or...

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  • Industrial
Protect Your Cleanroom: Why Gown Quality Always Comes First

Key Takeaway Choosing low-cost cleanroom garments can result in high-cost failures. Poor-quality materials and seams increase the risk of contamination,...

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  • Chemical Protection, Industrial
Hazmat Suits: Disposable vs Reusable Explained

It’s not as obvious as you might think.Some manufacturers claim their hazmat suits are disposable. Others say they are reusable....

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  • Fire Protection
The Next Generation of Fire Gloves: Why Veridian Leads the Pack

Fire gloves take a beating. They’re grabbed, soaked, scorched, stretched, and expected to keep up shift after shift. But ask...

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  • Industrial
High Performance FR: Apparel is Redefining the Industrial Standard

The Future of FR Protection: Lakeland’s Complete Layering System The movement is here – revolutionizing how industrial workers experience flame-resistant...

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  • Industrial
The Art of Layering: Maximizing Comfort and Protection with High Performance FR

Why Layering Works for Industrial Protection Layering isn’t new – athletes and outdoor adventurers have mastered it for decades. But...

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  • Industrial
Toxic Chemical Protection: Why You Should Read PPE Safety Standards

When it comes to PPE, especially chemical protective clothing, one dangerous truth remains: most people don’t read the standards. ISO,...

  • Industrial
Is Comfortable PPE Just an Expensive Luxury?

We get it, when you’re looking at PPE options, especially for chemical or hazardous environments, cost is always part of...

  • Industrial
Hazmat Suit Donning and Doffing: Essential Do’s and Don’ts for Chemical Safety

Protecting your workers starts with proper preparation. It doesn’t matter how advanced or expensive your chemical suit is: if it’s...

Inspector in PPE
  • Industrial
Debunking PPE Myths: Understanding Standards and Hazard Protection for Enhanced Safety

A popular author once said, “It is an important and popular fact that things are not always as they seem.”...

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