Occupational Health & Environmental Safety

3M Acquires Dailys Ltd. - Supplier of Non-woven Disposable Protective Clothing

“This acquisition supports our strategic direction by broadening our protective apparel portfolio,” said Julie Bushman, vice president and general manager, 3M Occupational Health and Environmental Safety Division. “Adding products from Dailys will accelerate our presence in disposable protective clothing not only in the U.K. but globally as well,” said Jim McSheffrey, managing director, 3M United Kingdom.

“3M’s culture of innovation fits well with our own,” said David Sallon, chairman, Dailys Ltd. “Its research and development capabilities, along with global reach, will help to expand and grow our business,” added Benjamin Sallon, co-managing director, Dailys Ltd.

Dailys employs 26 people and is located in Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom. Read more in the 3M Press Release.

Posted 2010-07-22

ANSI Z87.1-2010 Standard Update for Eye and Face Protective Devices

Please see the attached summary for more information about the ANSI Z87.1-2010 Standard Update for Eye and Face Protective Devices.  Details [PDF 20 KB]

Posted 2010-06-08

New Product Announcement: 3M™ Sealed ReLoad™ Retractable Lifeline

3M Occupational Health and Environmental Safety Division (OH&ESD) is pleased to announce the introduction of the new 3M™ Sealed ReLoad™ Retractable Lifeline. The new Sealed ReLoad retractable is an extension to the premium 3M™ ReLoad Retractable product line. A new housing sealed with rubber gaskets helps protect the Sealed ReLoad from the damaging effects of corrosion, making it a great fall protection solution for harsh marine environments. Details [PDF 65 KB]

Visit 3M.com/SealedReLoad  for additional literature and videos!

Posted 2010-06-03