When it comes to ensuring safety in the foundry industry, choosing the right protective apparel is crucial. High-heat environments demand specialised safety wear that can withstand extreme conditions while providing comfort and mobility to the wearer. To make an informed decision, we’ve put together the following 6 questions to ...

Foundries are environments where workers are regularly exposed to high temperatures and various heat hazards. Understanding the primary types of heat transfer—convection, conduction, and radiation—is crucial for selecting appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure worker safety.   1. Convection: Heat Transfer Through ...

When there is such an extensive range to choose from, it is not always easy to select the right welding jacket. In this blog, we'll explore four key considerations when choosing a welding jacket, focusing on material and durability, comfort, and additional features.1. Material & Durability  The material of a welding jacket is arguably the...

  Welding jackets, like all PPE, are often the first line of defence against the hazards experienced at work. Welding jackets are specifically designed to protect welding from sparks, molten metal and the intense heat generated during welding processes.    When it comes to choosing a welding jacket, proper fit is crucial. Ill-...

  The cornerstone of welding safety is selecting the right attire, designed to guard against searing heat, sparks, molten metal, and other potential workplace hazards. Your selection of welding clothing materials can mean the difference between a productive workday and a catastrophic accident. Read on to explore the key factors to contemplate...

  In a world dominated by digital technology, our daily lives are inseparable from touchscreen devices, be it smartphones or tablets. The integration of these gadgets into various working environments necessitates a change in the way we protect our hands while working. A significant number of workplace injuries occur when employees either ...

Preventing Heat Stress at Work & Choosing the Right Arc Flash PPE      Working in the Australian heat in combination with the heat of working in a confined space, like those often associated with electrical repair works, means that workers have a higher chance of developing heat stress, dehydration, or even heat stroke.  ...

How Arc-Rated Clothing Differs from Other Flame-resistant Clothing      In certain industries, it is vital for employees to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), especially those working in the Oil and Gas industry for example. A common type of protection that has been used by this industry is Fire Resistant (FR) clothing. FR ...

Elliotts offers the best Welding Spats and Leggings to ensure welders' safety.         If you accidentally drop a piece of metal or sparks hit your feet, you will be in a world of hurt unless you aren’t prepared with the proper foot protection.   Leather Welding Spats are leather covers that go over your work...

Elliotts explained how its Proban Welding range is Okeo-Tex certified for peace of mind.   When looking for work clothes, you always want to ensure that it is certified to Australian and New Zealand Standards, to ensure that it meets the needs of your job. However, not everyone considers what may actually be in the fabric of their ...