Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
Good vibrations
The Hearing Protection Equipment Manufacturing industry thrives off of workplace safety regulations. As a result, new and more stringent regulations have been developed and applied, resulting in sustained demand for hearing protection equipment. Despite steady demand, imports are a significant threat. Over the next five years, imports are expected to continue growing as domestic manufacturers focus on higher value-added products with increased functionality and design. Rising domestic demand in line with strengthening construction and manufacturing industries will help revenue expand over the period.... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Products Chapter
Earplugs
Earplugs are the most popular form of ear protection and are inserted in the ear canal to protect the user from sound. There are four categories of earplugs: single use, multiple use, detectable and banded. Single-use earplugs are worn once and then generally replaced when the worker reenters the noise environment. This type of earplug is the most common type used today primarily because of its low price, ease of use and high level of comfort. There are different styles of single-use earplugs, including the common polyvinyl chloride (PVC) barrel earplugs and contoured polyurethane (PU) foam earplugs... purchase to read more