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User Advisory Notice: Carbon Monoxide Sensor (CO) Product Recall 3M OH&ESD is issuing a product advisory notice regarding an industry wide recall on the Carbon Monoxide CO Sensor (Model 4CF). More [PDF 39 KB]
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2008-07-11 |
3M Acquires Quest Technologies We are gaining momentum as the worldwide leader in safety, and today we have strengthened our position even more. 3M has formally acquired Quest Technologies, a global leader in hygiene instrumentation and software.
Quest Technologies, which is headquartered in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, brings renowned sound monitoring technology and will complement our strong portfolio in hearing protection. Quest also offers a complete line of heat, vibration and air quality monitoring and measuring equipment. This acquisition provides a strong foundation for our existing safety portfolio—especially our market-leading line of hearing products.
Quest will operate as a separate legal entity owned by 3M and will continue to be headquartered in Wisconsin where it employs approx. 95 people.
Press Release | Quest-technologies.com Posted
2008-07-01 |
NEW! 3M™ Speedglas™ 9100 Welding Helmet and Auto-darkening Filter Series Available June 2, 2008, 3M OH&ES Division is pleased to announce the introduction of the new Speedglas™ 9100 series Welding Helmet. The Speedglas 9100 design team worked to create the ideal helmet for the professional welder, offering optimized protection, comfort and performance.
Press Release [PDF 20 KB] | Brochure [PDF 1.4 MB]
Print ads: Introduction Fullpage Ad [PDF 1.3 MB] | 'Drill Bits' Fullpage Ad [PDF 3.0 MB]
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2008-06-03 |
New! 3M™ WIBGET™ Cool Safety Promotion!!
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3M's Occupational Health and Environmental Safety Division is excited to announce the 3M™ WIBGET™ Cool Safety Promotion beginning April 1, 2008 and running through September 30, 2008. This new promotion hightlights the 3M WIBGET Heat Stress Monitor RSS-214 during the prime season for heat stress monitoring. Details [PDF 1.5 MB]
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2008-04-07 |
New Waterborne Basecoat Legislation In a continuing effort to reduce emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from California businesses, the California Air Resources Board has adopted Resolution 05-46 - Suggested Control Measure (SCM) for Automotive Coatings. Details [PDF 130 KB]
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2008-03-25 |
Upcoming Respiratory Protection Training Course April 21-25 3M is offering its comprehensive Respiratory Protection training course in San Diego, CA April 21-25. This course provides the information necessary to effectively administer all or part of a respiratory protection program. Details (click Instructor-Led tab) Posted
2008-03-19 |
New Standard on Employer Payment for PPE On Nov. 15, 2007, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a new paragraph to existing standard 29 CFR 1910.132, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The new paragraph requires employers to provide required PPE at no cost to the employee.
Q and A Document [PDF 30 KB] | 3M Regulations Update Bulletin #29 [PDF 60 KB]
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2008-02-18 |
Take the Speedglas™ Challenge – Try Our Helmets for One Day, Free! Attention welders: This event will allow you to try the Speedglas 9000 Series and Super Light (SL) Helmets, as well as a variety of Auto-Darkening Filters (ADFs) FREE for one day! Details [PDF 850 KB]
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2008-02-08 |
New Product Introduction - Hydrogen Fluoride Cartridge 3M is pleased to announce the introduction of the 3M™ AS-176-25 Hydrogen Fluoride Cartridge for use with the Airstream™ System AS-400 Powered Air Purifying Respirator System. Posted
2008-01-29 |
OH&ESD - 2008 Respiratory Protection Training Class Schedule It is an excellent course for those administering a respiratory protection program or to strengthen the knowledge of anyone involved in sales, distribution or any aspect of respiratory protection. The 4 1/2 day course provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of respiratory protection, related regulations and program management. Certification maintenance points are awarded for attendance. Learn more ...
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2008-01-29 |
New JobHealth Highlights Newsletter Available A new JobHealth Highlights newsletter titled "Recommended Changes to OSHA Noise Exposure Dose Calculation" is now available. Read the newsletter now on our JobHealth Highlights Newsletter page.
Don't miss an issue! Subscribe now to be notified via email whenever a new JobHealth Highlights newsletter is posted.
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2007-12-19 |
3M Offers New NIOSH Approved PAPR System These new PAPR assemblies, when combined with 3M™ Full Facepiece FR-7800B or 3M™ Full Facepiece FR-M40B, meet NIOSH’s new CBRN standard and are designed to help protect users against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) particulates, gases and vapors.
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2007-12-06 |
Fit Testing Services Notice Please see the attached notice regarding 3M's Fit Testing Services. Full details [PDF 20 KB]
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2007-11-19 |
FDA Cleared Respirators for Use in Public Health Medical Emergencies We have received a number of inquiries regarding the use of 3M FDA cleared respirators (product numbers 8612F and 8670F) for use in public health medical emergencies. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions regarding product numbers 8612F and 8670F. [PDF 26 KB] Posted
2007-10-26 |
NEW! Product Introduction – 3M™ GVP Power Cord GVP-210 We are pleased to introduce the 3M™ Power Cord GVP-210 for 3M™ GVP Belt-Mounted Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Nickel Metal Hydride System. This new power cord enables the 3M™ Battery BP-15, NiMH and the 3M™ Charger BC-210 to be used with the GVP PAPR.
Flyer [PDF 2.22 MB] | Fax on Demand #4022 [PDF 470 KB]
Technical Data Bulletin #178 [PDF 350 KB]
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2007-10-18 |
NIOSH CBRN-Approved PAPR Upgrade Kit This kit allows you to convert 3M™ Breathe Easy™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Systems FR-57L10 and FR-57N10 to NIOSH CBRN-approved systems, designed to protect users from chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) particulates, gases and vapors.
Flyer 1 [PDF 535 KB] | Flyer 2 [470 KB] | Press Release [PDF 29 KB] Posted
2007-08-23 |
Certain Packages of Faceseals Labeled "Made of Latex Free Components" Contain Natural Rubber Latex A recent 3M internal audit indicated that certain packages of faceseals, 3M™ Faceseal 527-01-15R10, Tychem® QC and 3M™ Faceseal 527-01-19R10, Sontara®, are labeled "Made of Latex Free Components." This statement on the package is incorrect, however, the correct statement can be found as a "Caution" in the User Instructions for the headgear. More [PDF 80 KB]
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2007-08-17 |
NEW! Introducing the Speedglas™ Super Light (SL) Welding Helmet Available August 1, 2007, 3M OH&ES Division is pleased to announce the introduction of a very unique welding helmet - Speedglas™ Super Light (SL) Welding Helmet. At least 25% lighter than our current Speedglas product line, the SL weighs only 13 ounces!
Press Release [PDF 15 KB] | Flyer [PDF 350 KB]
Brochure [PDF 1.6 MB] | Tear-off Information Sheet [PDF 1.4 MB]
Print ads: Light Years [PDF 1.3 MB] | Precision-Engineered Machine [PDF 1.3 MB]
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2007-07-24 |
Respiratory Protection: After the Deluge, Outfitting Cleanup Crews Increasing hurricane activity means a continuing need for respirator protection. Read the 3M article on the Occupational Heath & Safety Magazine website. Posted
2007-06-25 |
Introducing 3M™ Reusable Ear Plugs 1290 Series The 3M™ Reusable Ear Plugs 1290 Series products are softer for better comfort, while keeping the noise reduction performance you need. Please see the attached information for details.
Flyer [PDF 460 KB]
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2007-06-12 |
Shift into Gear with 3M™ Speedglas™ Auto Darkening Filter 9002D Rebate Promotion! Beginning April 16, 2007, 3M is offering end users a $30 rebate on all purchases of new Speedglas 9002D filters in any configuration! Please see the documents below for details.
Rebate form [PDF 532 KB] | Flyer [PDF 56 KB]
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2007-04-20 |
New Product Introduction for NIOSH CBRN-approved PAPRs:
3M™ Breathe Easy™ (RBE) for Responders Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Systems We are pleased to introduce the 3M™ Breathe Easy™ RBE PAPR Systems. These new NIOSH CBRN-approved PAPRs are designed to protect users from chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) particulates, gases and vapors.
Two systems are available, distinguished by battery type: RBE-L10 with Primary Lithium Battery or RBE-NM10 with NiMH Battery. We are very excited to increase our portfolio of CBRN-approved products as a solution for our customers' protection and preparedness needs.
Additional product information:
Flyer [PDF 1.11 MB] | Press Release [PDF 32 KB]
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2007-04-06 |
Product Physical Change Notice: W-2806, W-2915, and W-3094 A physical change has been made to the W-2806 compressed air filter and regulator panel, the W-2915 filter bowl, and the W-3094 filter housing assembly. Please read the product change notice for details. [PDF 23 KB]
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2007-01-15 |
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