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New TRGS 521 published: Stricter requirements for activities involving old mineral wool
The new TRGS 521 tightens the requirements for work involving old mineral wool. Find out which prote...
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the painting trade: safety, protection and professionalism in everyday work
Visibly clean, tangibly protected – in the painting trade, professionalism is evident not only in th...
Ebola: Welche Schutzkleidung schützt vor dem Virus?
Ebola und PSA: Alles über Typ-3B-Schutzanzüge, EN 14126, biologische Gefahren, Hitzestress und die A...
Sustainability in personal protective equipment – ways to responsible occupational safety
Sustainability is no longer just an ideal, but a corporate reality – including in the field of perso...
PSA in 2026: An overview of new regulations, standards and obligations for businesses
The year 2026 marks the transition in occupational safety from purely physical security to a digital...
EN ISO 11612: Changes to heat protection
A draft revision of EN ISO 11612 has been available since the end of 2023. The final version is expe...
Risks associated with washing PPE at home
Your high-visibility jacket is dirty after your shift, your multi-standard dungarees have oil stains...
Touchscreen gloves from ASATEX – safety meets digital efficiency
A touch on the tablet, a scan in the warehouse, a click on the machine display – digital devices hav...
EN ISO 20471:2013 – Maximum visibility in high-risk situations
Imagine the following scenario: Monday morning – 6 a.m., you are preparing the construction site, it...
Differences between Type 1-6 chemical protective suits: explanation, standards and areas of application
Choosing the right chemical protective suit (CPS) is crucial for protecting employees who w...
Ausbildung zum Kaufmann / zur Kauffrau für Groß- und Außenhandelsmanagement (m/w/d) bei ASATEX in Bergheim
Bewerbe Dich für eine Ausbildung zum Kaufmann / zur Kauffrau für Groß- und Außenhandelsmanagement (m...
Cold protection in PPE – reliable winter workwear
Working in low temperatures affects bodily functions after only a short time. Motor skills, concent...
Softshell: Was ist das, wofür wird es verwendet und wie wählt man die richtige Jacke aus (Leitfaden 2025)
Vollständiger Leitfaden zum Softshell-Gewebe: Was es ist, wofür es verwendet wird, wann es verwendet...
Personal protective equipment in disaster relief: Lessons from the flood disaster
Imagine: You've lost everything—your house, your car, your mementos. The rain doesn't stop, the wate...
Coated gloves – why they are so important in everyday working life
Our hands are in constant use every day and have to endure a lot – whether lifting boxes, working wi...
A+A 2025 in Düsseldorf – a must-attend event for safety consultants and occupational safety professionals
Light drizzle over Düsseldorf, hectic activity in front of the exhibition halls, thousands of trade ...
How to extend the life of your PPE – 5 simple tips
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is our daily companion at work – whether it's gloves or safety c...
Cut-resistant gloves in everyday working life
Cut injuries are among the most common accidents at work. Hands are particularly at risk, whether in...
Protective workwear for women: Ergonomic. Safe. Well thought out.
Imagine this: A fitter climbs down from a maintenance platform and suddenly her unisex jacket catche...
A comparison of multi-standard clothing: why not every combination protects in the same way
Multi-standard clothing only provides real protection if it is correctly combined, tested and worn. ...
Sanitised® Actifresh: Innovative hygiene protection
Sticky, sweaty hands are part of everyday life. This can turn work gloves into a breeding ground fo...
UV protection in the workplace
In many industries, working outdoors is part of everyday life. What appears harmless at first glance...
Combating the oak processionary moth: risks, protective measures & PPE recommendations
Skin irritation, breathing difficulties, allergic reactions: The oak processionary moth is an under...
Crime scene cleaners in action: what PPE really needs to do here
In a world full of invisible dangers and psychological stress, every layer of protection counts. Th...
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