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Smart Industrial Hardhats

United Safety and Guardhat's Communicator Improves Situational Awareness

— December 13, 2023 — Lifestyle
Guardhat and United Safety created 'The Communicator,' a smart hardhat that aims to improve overall workforce safety. This hardhat is equipped with a variety of sensors designed to monitor the environment and increase situational awareness. The Communicator is also equipped with indoor and outdoor real-time positioning, audio-visual telecommunications, and asset identification features.

The Communicator is certified ANSI.Z89.14 Type I Class-G for industrial use, meaning that aside from its connected features, it is proven safe and protective. This hardhat can help the wearer detect potential collisions, fall risks, environmental changes, moving or static equipment, and even identify assets using BLE and RFID combined. To keep workers connected, The Communicator is equipped with VOIP technology for quick and easy hands-free communications, even from far distances.

The Communicator connects to a hub application called the 'Communicator Center,' where users can perform or automate safety check-ins, and can monitor the status of each helmet in real-time. The monitoring is extensive and accounts for gas, radiation, noise, exertion, and more.

The full details on The Communicator and its many benefits to worker safety can be viewed online at United Safety's website, linked above.

Image Credit: United Safety, Guardhat
Trend Themes
1. Smart Hardhats - The Communicator, a smart hardhat equipped with various sensors, improves situational awareness and worker safety.
2. Connected Personal Protective Equipment - The Communicator allows for real-time monitoring and communication, enhancing safety protocols in industrial settings.
3. Internet of Things in Workplace Safety - The Communicator utilizes IoT technology to provide extensive monitoring and real-time status updates for worker safety.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - The Communicator's smart features make it ideal for enhancing safety in construction sites and reducing accidents.
2. Mining - In mining environments, The Communicator's sensors and real-time monitoring can prevent accidents or hazards and improve worker well-being.
3. Oil and Gas - The Communicator's ability to detect gas, radiation, and other hazards make it a valuable asset in the oil and gas industry for ensuring worker safety.
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