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Sole trader of safety boots 14/08/2012

Safety equipment specialist Arco has secured exclusive distributor rights for Wolverine footwear in the UK.

Headstart for new range 14/08/2012

Workwear supplier Dickies has launched a new range of PPE products which, it says, combine maximum protection with comfort.

Arco launches value range of workwear and PPE 10/04/2012

Safety product supplier Arco is launching Arco Essentials, a new range of competitively priced safety products and workwear.

Good looking safety headgear 14/02/2012

In a bid to offer products that look good as well as offer protection, Scott Safety has extended its range of First Base 3 bump caps to include two new styles – the First Base 3 Beanie (pictured) and the First Base 3 Winter.

Sharp vision for Honda car plant 14/02/2012

Honda's Swindon plant is providing workers with vouchers from Specsavers Corporate Eyecare.

Comfort factor sorely underestimated, says PPE supplier 14/02/2012

Health and safety managers are missing a trick when it comes to specifying personal protective equipment – comfort is a crucial factor, as well as protection, but most fail to give it sufficient consideration.

Breathe easy with well-fitted kit 14/02/2012

Poorly-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is a key reason why workers are reluctant to wear it and can heighten risk of respiratory problems according to a campaign by the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF).

Sign up for safety signs 07/02/2012

Arco has published a safety signs catalogue, which contains all essential signs for displaying in the workplace and which conform to forthcoming changes in the law.

New device to warn forklift drivers of pedestrians 14/09/2011

A RFID pedestrian alert system for forklift trucks has been launched by Transmon Engineering.

Robot automates product issue 23/08/2011

A machine for round-the-clock dispensing of PPE and other safety equipment is available from Draeger Safety UK.

Arco buys into safety services 23/08/2011

Safety product and workwear supplier Arco has acquired ARC Associates UK, a consultancy business, in a move which will enable the equipment supplier to extend its services offer to UK industry.

Maintenance workers breathe easy at Dow Corning 23/08/2011

Dow Corning is using portable infrared gas detectors to protect maintenance workers during crucial operational shutdowns at its manufacturing plant in Barry, South Wales.

Free machine safety guide 23/08/2011

Safety specialist Pilz has published a handy reference guide covering all aspects of machinery safety, from regulations and directives to guards and control technology.

Racking protection bounces back 12/07/2011

A new impact protection product for warehouse racking has been launched by PSS. The Protect-It plastic system is designed to absorb impact by deforming, before returning to its original shape. The product can absorb everyday knocks as well as more substantial impact from forklift trucks, says PSS.

Arco acts to celebrate anniversary year 19/04/2011

To commemorate its 125th anniversary, safety equipment and workwear supplier Arco set a challenge for its workforce to undertake 125 good deeds and raise £125,000 for charity in 12 months.

Come up with the goods 08/03/2011

Standard goods lifts are often used in factories to move products between floors, but some businesses are not aware of the drawbacks, warns Penny Hydraulics.

Come up with the goods 08/03/2011

Standard goods lifts are often used in factories to move products between floors, but some businesses are not aware of the drawbacks, warns Penny Hydraulics.

Breathe easy 15/02/2011

Safety equipment supplier Arco is offering a new powered air respirator from 3M which, it says, is highly versatile, easy to use and comfortable - a key factor when encouraging use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Health & safety smart 18/01/2011

Good occupational health and safety is always high on the agenda for manufacturers - and the forthcoming Health and Safety '11 event offers a complete guide to all the latest developments hitting the sector

Forklifts and pedestrians: it’s not child’s play 07/12/2010

A playground gate manufacturer has devised a new market for its product – industrial gates to ensure pedestrians and forklift trucks are kept apart in the workplace

Listen up: communication aid for noisy sites 27/10/2010

Arco has unveiled a hearing device that amplifies speech while cutting background noise

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