Workers who face challenging conditions involving elevated heat — such as those in the metalworking, smelting, and glass manufacturing industries — often need special safety equipment to stand up to the heat and remain comfortable on the job.
To address those concerns, the personal safety division of 3M recently launched its new 3M Elevated Temperature Hard Hat H-700T Series.
Engineered for Radiant Heat Loads
Built with an injection molding technology, the H-700T hard hats are engineered to withstand radiant heat loads up to 190° C (374.0° F).
The hats offer lightweight protection (less than 380 g, or 13.4 oz.) with a suspension that sits lower on the head to reduce pressure and increase security. The hard hats meet ANSI Z89.1-2014 Type 1, G standards.
“This series is a perfect example of how 3M’s personal safety experts are working to make tough jobs easier,” said Steve Bertling, global business manager for 3M’s personal safety division.
Compatible with Other Safety Products
The new series is designed to form the foundation of a fully-integrated personal protective equipment (PPE) system for high-heat environments, aimed at creating a simple solution to keep workers safe and comfortable on the job, according to the company.
The hat is compatible with a number of other safety products from the company, including a front helmet cover, neck guard, protective eyewear, face shields, and ear muffs.
“Our experts designed these hard hats — and the additional personal safety accessories to go with them — to stand up to extreme radiant heat while keeping workers comfortable,” Bertling said. “They’ve done a great job of taking a safety issue, and building a fully-integrated solution that truly supports workers on the job.”
For more information, contact: 3M, (800) 328-1667, www.3m.com
