S&V Protect Magazine Vol13 No1 First Quarter 2019
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Safety Footwear
- Secret: The reference price for imported safety footwear.
- All the styles that so far have NRCS approval numbers.
Working at Height
- Dylan Sutherland of Protekta Safety Africa writes on protecting people at work - bodies, certification and standards in SA.
Employee Issues
- Controlling the use of cannabis in the workplace now that it is 'legal'.
- Why you should harness technology to battle absenteeism.
Community Health
- Cleaner water for southern Africa.
Ergonomics
- BBF senior Sisi brand manager Vanessa Ronald writes on the practical problems of working women in working men's clothing.
- ErgoJack is a smart sort orthosis for a stronger back.
Products & Services
- The 316L stainless STEx family from E2S.
- Barbour EHS: Information from over 800 sources for environment, health and safety professionals.
- Kraiberg/Hexaflex: Breathable body protectors with lightweight padding using a flexible thermoplastic elastomer compound.
- 'Let's make welding cool, clever and clean,' says Kemper GmbH.
Social Responsibility
- Sparks & Ellis helps a CMT supplier.
Buyers' Guide
- What's on offer.
Advertisers in this Issue
ProFit Safety Footwear (OFC), Hi-Tec / Magnum (5), Protekta Safety Gear (2), Rebel SafetyGear / (4), Trouser Shirt (6).
Footwear Industry Articles
- Nike unveils Hyperice Boot - a game-changer or just hype?
Nike has launched what they call The Nike x Hyperice Boot, a tech-enabled product designed to enhance athlete warm-up and recovery. This wearable technology is aimed at helping athletes perform at their best. The boot is a result of a partnership between Nike and Hyperice, a company known for its expertise in reco ...moreDrip Footwear’s financial crisis - a cautionary tale
Rapid Expansion BackfiresDrip Footwear, a once-promising South African sneaker brand, is facing a severe financial crisis that has sparked intense scrutiny and debate. The company’s rapid expansion into shopping malls has backfired spectacularly, leaving it with a R20 million debt, a foreign exchange blunder, and the looming threat ...moreSkechers-Shein partnership: Dilution or strategic expansion?
Since 2023, Skechers’ decision to sell on Shein has raised eyebrows. Known for its comfortable, casual, and sometimes athletic shoes, Skechers occupies a market space perceived to offer higher quality compared to Shein’s fast-fashion, low-price model. This move has some analysts worried about a potential dilution of Skech ...more
Leather Industry Articles
- TLU SA & John Steenhuisen: A positive and constructive conversationTLU SA had positive and constructive discussions with the new Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, on Tuesday morning.TLU SA attended the meeting this morning alongside other organisations where the main challenges in the agricultural industry were discussed. Steenhuisen welcomed the representatives and immediately addressed four ke ...moreSam Setter's 'Pills'"Bangladesh unravellingThe leather industry in Bangladesh is slowly, slowly disintegrating. Their tanneries in the Hemayelpur area, which is part of the Savar Industrial Complex, are suffering from a non-functional common effluent treatment plant, hence European importers and brands are avoiding buying from them. The only chance to e ...moreA gentle, decent man who contributed to a better environment professionally and personally
Obituary: Roger Alec Rowswell – Somerset West Municipality, Cape Town Municipality, Leather Industries Research Institute, Tannery Environmental Consultancy Services (12/01/1948 – 20/08/2024) ...more
PPE Industry Articles
- Drowning detection systems for residential pools subject of new standard
F3698 is the first ASTM pool safety standard of its kind. W. Conshohocken, Pa., U.S.A. – ASTM International’s consumer products committee (F15) has developed the first standard, F3698, for computer-vision drowning detection systems for residential swimming pools.The devices covered in F3698 offer a variety of drowning saf ...moreFrom lectures to life-saving skills - transforming safety training with Hazard Parks
Randburg, Gauteng, SA – Hazard Parks offer an innovative and practical solution for, companies seeking to prioritise employee safety and well-being in high-risk industries. The constant challenge for most organisations lies in ensuring that their employees are not only aware of safety protocols but are also equipped to handle real-l ...moreWeb platform and app aim to improve quality of life for people with Parkinson’s diseaseSankt Augustin, Germany (02 May 2024) – Parkinson’s disease is one of the most prevalent neurodegenerative conditions worldwide. It causes motor impairments such as tremors, slow movement, muscle stiffness, and balance problems. Memory can also worsen as the disease progresses. The individual course of the disease cannot be pr ...more
