Hearing protection

Earmuffs: the best models for hearing protection at work

Earmuffs are personal protective equipment (PPE) essential for protecting your hearing in noisy working environments. Prolonged exposure to loud noises can in fact cause irreversible damage to hearing, with consequences such as:

• Hearing loss: The hair cells of the inner ear, once damaged, do not regenerate.
• Headache
• Metabolic and digestive disorders
• Decreased circulation
• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)

When is it mandatory to wear ear muffs?

The European Directive 2003/10/EC establishes that the employer is required to provide hearing protection starting from a noise level of 80 dB. Here are the specific categories:

• Noise level < 80 dB / sudden noises < 135 dB:No obligation to wear PPE
• Noise level between 80 and 85 dB / sudden noises between 135 and 137 dB: Obligation to have them
• Noise level ⥠85 dB / sudden noises > 137 dB:Obligation to wear and dispose of them

The effectiveness of ear defenders depends on their correct use. It is important to wear them for the entire duration of exposure to noise and not remove them for short periods.

Types of noise canceling headphones

There are different types of anti-noise headphones, each with specific characteristics:

1. Active noise canceling headphones: Use noise canceling technology to reduce external sound waves.
2. Passive ear defenders: They attenuate noise passively through their structure and the materials used.

Within these two categories you can find different variations:

• Disposable or reusable earplugs: Small and discreet, they insert into the ear canal.
• Earplugs with headband: They offer greater stability and comfort than earplugs.
• Earmuffs: They completely cover the ears and offer maximum protection from noise.
• Headphones with special functions: May include features such as Bluetooth communication or AM/FM radio.

Noiseproof caps: our products

In our catalog you can find two types of noise-reducing caps:

• Disposable noise canceling earplugs: Made of soft and comfortable foam, they offer good protection from noise.
• Reusable earplugs: Made of silicone or other resistant materials, they can be used several times.

Frequently asked questions

Are ear muffs harmful?

In general, no. Earmuffs should be comfortable and not cause pain. The most comfortable types are those with a headband and anti-noise headphones with ear cups.

Do wireless headphones for work exist?

Earmuffs are by definition wireless. They do not require wires to work.

How much can you lower the noise level with ear muffs?

Noise reduction depends on the type of headphones and the quality of the product. On average, noise canceling headphones can reduce the noise level by 19-26 dB, while simple earplugs provide a reduction of 15-35 dB.

Choose the right ear muffs

The choice of the most suitable anti-noise headphones depends on several factors:

• Noise level: If the noise level is high, it is advisable to use active noise canceling headphones or headphones with good noise attenuation capacity.
• Comfort: Earmuffs must be comfortable to wear for long periods.
• Additional features: Some noise canceling headphones include features such as Bluetooth communication or AM/FM radio.

Protect your hearing with our noise canceling headphones

Choose the ear muffs best suited to your needs and protect your hearing from damage