U.S. Hearing Protection Devices industry is expanding rapidly with growing demand to limit the exposure hazardous noise and prevent noise-induced hearing loss

 

U.S. Hearing Protection Devices

Hearing Protection Devices are custom-made ear muffs or plugs designed especially by an audiologist to accommodate hearing loss while in a noisy surroundings. These help to decrease the vibrations of loud noises impacting the inner ear and accordingly reduce the noise level to a safe level. There are many different types of U.S. hearing protection devices available in the market. The first of the two types of hearing protection devices is in the form of earmuffs. As the name suggests, these fit over the ears to minimize noise transmission. They come in a variety of sizes, depending upon individual requirements.

Similar to the earmuffs, ear mold fits around the ear canal. These too come in a variety of sizes and shapes as well as materials, such as cotton, foam, polyester, etc. Earmolds are well-fitted and offer maximum noise reduction along with protecting one's ears from irritating noise sources. Noise reduction can also be ensured through fitting testing. Fitting testing for the U.S. hearing protection devices ensures that the device reduces noise transmission when placed within the ear canal, in accordance with the specifications provided by the user manual. A wearer can choose to either have the device fitted inside or outside the ear canal. The type of device and its fit testing affect its performance. For example, a cotton ear mold that is well-fitted may not perform as well as one that is poorly fitted.

Ear defenders, which are often also referred to as earmuffs, are other popular hearing protection devices. Some people refer to them as ear plugs, while others prefer to call them ear guards or personal protective equipment (PPE). There are several advantages associated with ear defenders. First, they protect against noise exposure by reducing the amount of noise transmission within the wearer's inner ear. Recently, in July 2021, Moldex-Metric, Inc. launched two innovative hearing protection devices EcoStation and PlugStation for safety of workers. 


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