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3M fall protection device simplifies self rescue

August 6, 2013

3M announces the expansion of its portfolio of personal protective safety equipment with the launch of a new personal rescue fall protection device. The Latchways Personal Rescue Device (PRD) with 3M Elavation Harness is a lightweight, unobtrusive device that can help give users an unassisted, gentle self-rescue.

3M safety products proudly made in America!

Check out the origins of some of our safety products

July 3, 2013

A majority of 3M personal safety products are manufactured and assembled right here in the heartland of America. In fact, 85%* of our health and safety products sold in the U.S. are manufactured in the U.S. with local and globally sourced materials.

3M introduces a new collection of safety sunwear

Safety eyewear line provides protection for both on and off the job

April 24, 2013

3M’s newest line of Safety Sunwear combines heavy-duty protection that sports a sleek look and solid design. Ideal for nearly all types of harsh outdoor working environments, 3M™ Safety Sunwear provides workers with a variety of features to improve their level of protection and comfort.

Top products of the week

A high-tech hardhat has a sensor that warns of UV light exposure

April 7, 2013

From a high-tech hard hat to fog resistant goggles to “interactive mobile electronics protection” (i.e., a tough iPhone case), here are the week’s top OEHS-related products as featured on ISHN.com:

Comfort is key with 3m’s new personal protection equipment

3M PPE portfolio in 2012 has new earmuffs, headsets, radio system, coverall packaging and fit-test services

June 27, 2012

As the economy improves and hiring accelerates, health and safety professionals face increased pressure to manage company costs without compromising worker safety.

Respirator system

March 1, 2012

Introducing 3M™ Versaflo™ Respirator Systems, a new and highly versatile range of respiratory headgear, breathing tubes and powered and supplied air purifying sources that offer a comprehensive, modular approach to worker protection.

3M innovations recognized as “Best of What’s New” by Popular Science Magazine

November 16, 2011

Popular Science magazine named 3M™ Kind Removal Silicone Tape and 3M™ Noise Indicator NI-100 among its top 100 most innovative, high
quality and revolutionary ideas as part of the publication’s 24th annual “Best of What’s New Awards.”

Flexible fit

October 1, 2011

3M is pleased to introduce the new 3MVFlexParticulate Respirators 9105 and 9105S, N95.

Protective coveralls

September 1, 2011

3M™ Protective Coveralls help provide protection against light liquid splashes and sprays, and harmful dusts present in the industrial workplace.

3M Announces the 25th Annual Industrial Hygiene Scholarship Winners

July 5, 2011

3M supports quality education and training in the industrial hygiene profession. 3M’s Occupational Health & Environmental Safety Division (OHESD) is pleased to announce the winners of its 25th annual Industrial Hygiene Scholarship Program.