07Nov
When it comes to agricultural and packaging work environments, proper headgear isn’t just an accessory; it’s a necessity. Whether indoors in a pack house or out in the fields, workers need caps that provide comfort,...
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06Sep
When you think of welding gloves, images of heavy-duty, industrial settings likely come to mind. Designed to withstand extreme heat and protect hands from sparks and sharp objects, these gloves are a staple in any...
30Aug
The EN388:2016 standard is a European regulation for protective gloves, specifically designed to test gloves for mechanical risks. The rating consists of four to six digits (depending on whether the glove has passed the optional...
01Mar
Have you ever been confused and puzzled by the acronyms SABS & SANS? In what way do they differ and is there even a difference between the two? SANS stands for South African National Standards and...
17Aug
Eye protection is an important part of workplace safety. However, it is often underestimated. Most eye injuries occur at work as a result of inappropriate eye protection. Many hazards can be avoided by simply covering...
14Apr
The number one tool you use at work is your hands, they do a lot through-out the day and a job would get a lot harder - even impossible without them. Your number one tool...
07Feb
Socks tend to be the most overlooked piece of workwear. The type of socks you wear have a great impact on how your feet feel at the end of a long day. Let’s look at...
18Nov
Female workers are increasingly prevalent in South Africa's industrial settings due to the dismantling of traditional gender roles. Times have changed, but the workwear worn in these industries haven’t. Women are still expected to wear...
05Nov
At 85 decibels, employers are required to provide hearing protection, and 80 decibels is the level at which they must assess the risk to workers‘ health and provide them with information and training. You can suffer permanent hearing damage if a sound reaches 85 decibels or higher. In addition, companies must ensure they...
06Jul
DID YOU KNOW? Freezer Jackets & Freezer Trousers …have a water resistant nylon outer with a thermoguard padding and comfortex lining. What does this mean? “Water-resistant garments have a lower level of rain protection.” They...
02Jun
To Dromex, all employees are entitled to maximum protection. Employers should never have to compromise on the quality of the protective products supplied. Dromex has once again delivered on their promise with the release of...
14May
To most people, leather is just… well, leather. However, did you know that there are many different kinds of leather? Today we will be looking at two of them: Nubuck leather Horse leather Nubuck leather...