WAVEFORM CONTROL -- Occupational Health & Safety

The Lincoln Electric Company

WAVEFORM CONTROL

Lincoln Electric's Surface Tension Transfer® (STT®), a revolutionary arc welding process used on its patented inverter-based power source, is designed to significantly reduce spatter and smoke through the use of high frequency inverter technology with advanced waveform control. The process can be used with 100 percent carbon dioxide in combination with electrodes ranging from .030- to .045-inch diameters.

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Comprehensive Fall Protection

When it comes to OSHA-compliant fall protection, Safety Rail Company has all the solutions. From hazard assessments and custom-engineered solutions to hatch guards, gates and guardrails, we’re the industry’s most comprehensive source of expertise and products. Safety Rail’s ability to assess your needs, manufacture and install your system ensures you’re getting exactly what your project calls for with a single call. We’re here to help make this easy. We’re not just the safe choice for rooftop safety, we’re the safest. Read More
COMFORT BOOTS

Red Wing Shoes introduces SuperSole X, a modern, lightweight version of the classic SuperSole. SuperSole X was designed to tackle the toughest job site conditions, combining unmatched durability with enhanced comfort. Made in the USA, these easy-on, easy-off boots feature a low-density inner sole, while the tough rubber outer sole delivers best-in-class slip resistance and protection. Read More

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