Comprehensive PPE Solutions for Metal Working Industries

As one of the most common applications within metal working industries, welding and grinding create a range of safety and health hazards such as harmful fumes and particles, arc radiation and noise. Using appropriate PPE helps protect workers. With 3M listening to welders for more than 40 years, we have been continuously driving for more innovations to improve the performance and life of welders.

Quick Guide About Welding and Grinding Hazards (PDF, 717 KB)

Suggested 3M PPE for Welding and Grinding (PDF, 1.12 MB)

Painting and coating applications can result in harmful vapor and particulate inhalation as well as skin and eye injuries. 3M will help you select the most appropriate PPE solutions to address your specific challenges on the job - ranging from respiratory protection solutions, protective coveralls to protective eyewear and face protection.

Quick Guide About Painting and Coating Hazards (PDF, 844 KB)

Suggested 3M PPE for Painting and Coating (PDF, 1.42 MB)

Workers in primary metals industries face extreme working conditions. They are exposed to various hazards such as inhalation of vapor and particulates, risk of eye injuries and noise as well as heat related illness. 3M will help you select the most appropriate combination of PPE to help your workers feel safe and comfortable.

Quick Guide About Smelting and Casting Hazards (PDF, 856 KB)

Suggested 3M PPE for Smelting and Casting (PDF, 1.36 MB)

Maintenance and repair work - such as maintenance of equipment, facilities and more - is very common in the metal working industry. Workers are potentially exposed to various hazards - these can include inhalation, eye and face, head and hearing. Sometimes these operations are also performed at height - therefore risks of falling and/or dropping objects need to be considered. 

Learn more about maintenance, repair, and operations hazards (PDF, 742 KB)

Check 3M PPE for Maintenance and Repair (PDF, 1.84 MB)

From potentially toxic atmospheres to physically hazardous conditions such as extreme temperatures, unstable materials, or the potential for falls, confined spaces often present unforeseen challenges. 3M Specialists can help you select the PPE and equipment for confined space entry and rescue.

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Falling from heights is a leading cause of fatalities in metal working industries. 3M offers a full range of safety solutions for fall protection including anchorage connectors, body support, connecting devices, descent and rescue, and dropped objects prevention. Invest in the best for your people whether you specialize in Heavy Machinery, Primary Metals, Transportation Manufacturing or Transportation Services. Our full line of PPE solutions help ensure your workers have the confidence to give their best.