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Global Industrial CARBON ARMOUR Silvers High Heat 19 oz. Aluminized Sleeves

Global Industrial’s CARBON ARMOUR Silvers High Heat Aluminized Sleeves feature aluminized OPF/Para-Aramid for ASTM-compliant protection from radiant heat, spark, and molten metal.
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PIP Kut Gard 2-Ply DuPont Kevlar Sleeve with Thumb Hole

PIP Global Safety’s Kut Gard offers ANSI A3 arm cut protection for large object handling, including glass & sheet metal, automotive, food applications, electrical, and light heat.

Global Industrial CARBON ARMOUR Silvers High Heat 19 oz. Aluminized Sleeves

May 21, 2026 · Global Industrial’s CARBON ARMOUR Silvers High Heat Aluminized Sleeves feature aluminized OPF/Para-Aramid for ASTM-compliant protection from radiant heat, spark, and molten metal.

PIP Kut Gard 2-Ply DuPont Kevlar Sleeve with Thumb Hole

May 21, 2026 · PIP Global Safety’s Kut Gard offers ANSI A3 arm cut protection for large object handling, including glass & sheet metal, automotive, food applications, electrical, and light heat.

Call for OSHA NEP on SIF prevention at House Workforce Protections Subcommittee

May 15, 2026 · Safety professionals emphasized using leading safety indicators, in contrast to OSHA’s current lagging indicators, during a May 13 House Workforce Protections Subcommittee hearing.

Healthcare associations comment on Medicare proposal to reshore PPE supply chain

April 7, 2026 · The American Hospital Association & Healthcare Supply Chain Association offered feedback on a proposed federal Medicare rule to offer incentives for domestic PPE procurement.

Magid A.R.C. 2531 Resistant Heavy Duty Arc Pants

February 3, 2026 · The A.R.C. 2531 Resistant Heavy Duty Arc Pants from Magid is made of Nomex thread to protect workers from ASTM and NFPA-rated arc flash hazards, with multiple pockets built in.

Nasco ArcJoule ANSI Class 3 Coat with Detachable Hood

January 30, 2026 · The ArcJoule flame-resistant, breathable, high-visibility coat with detachable hood from Nasco Industries is designed to repel wind and rain while providing ASTM and ANSI-rated protection.

360 Immersive Earth Moving Equipment VR training

January 19, 2026 · The Earthmoving Equipment Safety course from 360 Immersive introduces learners to potential hazards they may encounter while operating construction machinery, meeting OSHA standards.

2025 Robotics Applications Conference set for Wednesday, Sept. 17

September 16, 2025 · The 2025 Robotics Applications Conference, coming Sept. 17 from our sister publication Robotics 24/7, will include speakers from ASTM, A3, St. Onge, Gartner, Interact Analysis.

NSC 2025: Kask to showcase new Zenith X2 Max helmets

September 10, 2025 · Kask will showcase its new Zenith X2 Max safety helmets, comfortably accommodating longer faces and worker head sizes up to 26 inches, at the NSC Safety Congress & Exposition 2025.

ASTM International Unveils Roadmap for Digitalization of the Construction Industry

October 12, 2023 · Standards group ASTM International has identified eight technologies and action plans to help the construction industry adopt transformative systems.

Exo Games 2023 Winners Announced by ASTM International and University of Central Lancashire

August 25, 2023 · Exo Games 2023 featured five university teams from around the world that followed more than a dozen ASTM standards to develop exoskeletons and compete in physical challenges.

ASTM International Proposes Test Method for Legged Robots

July 20, 2023 · ASTM International's F45.06 subcommittee on legged robots has proposed a method for testing the disturbance rejection, or stability, of such systems. It is open to new members.

Robot Safety Experts Outline Updates to Key Industrial Safety Standards

May 31, 2023 · Robot safety standards organizations are working to keep up with the technology and industrial applications. Experts weigh in on where robotics standards are heading.

ASTM International Launches New Subcommittee on Legged Robotics

May 18, 2023 · ASTM International's new F45.06 Subcommittee on Legged Robot System plans to develop standards for two-legged and four-legged robots for testing and to instill public confidence.

ASTM International Gives Roger Bostelman Award of Merit for Volunteer Work in Exoskeleton Standards Development

May 5, 2023 · ASTM International has given Dr. Roger Bostelman its highest honor in recognition of his productivity and leadership in advancing standards for exoskeletons and industrial robotics.