INTRODUCTION. The gear for your ears. NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY SLEEP BETTER FOCUS BETTER PROTECT BETTER

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1 @ protechton.com ProtechtON To become your onestop solution for your daily needs, we ve maintained our product line in a constantly growing phase. For every product we add, a rigorous quality assurance evaluation is conducted INTRODUCTION The gear for your ears. If you are reading this it means that you are interested in sleeping better, focus better, feeling better, protect your hearing and generally protecting yourself from anything that could be harmful to a peaceful way of living. 1 SLEEP BETTER Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life 2 FOCUS BETTER Focus is an important part of being productive and staying true to your vision 3 PROTECT BETTER To avoid hearing loss, it s important to wear ear protection To become your onestop solution for your daily needs, we ve maintained our product line in a constantly growing phase. For every product we add, a rigorous quality assurance evaluation is conducted. Above all, we pride ourselves with exceptional customer service beyond compare. Be it a weekend or a holiday, we re always attending to our customers concerns and inquiries to make sure they get what they need right away. 1

NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY Our key solutions for your protection We are offering a complete set of hearing protection for daily use: Premium Quality To guarantee maximum protection, our earplugs are

With every purchase, we want our customers to walk away from our online store with satisfaction and an assurance that they ve got exactly what they were looking for.

Our standard fit earplugs are scientifically tested to not only protect your hearing senses from noise; they are built to be worn for long hours without causing any irritation or pain given that they

2 NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY Our key solutions for your protection We are offering a complete set of hearing protection for daily use: Premium Quality To guarantee maximum protection, our earplugs are manufactured to be long lasting and designed to live up to its expectations. Each pair of earplugs is made of the finest materials that are non-toxic, making it safe to use and environmental friendly. With every purchase, we want our customers to walk away from our online store with satisfaction and an assurance that they ve got exactly what they were looking for. COMFORT Aside from customer satisfaction, our goal is to enable hearing protection without the expense of discomfort. Our standard fit earplugs are scientifically tested to not only protect your hearing senses from noise; they are built to be worn for long hours without causing any irritation or pain given that they are properly inserted into the ear canals LIFE CHANGING From high profiles to ordinary workers, your sense of hearing is the lifeline of your career which is why companies trust us in providing their employees with the best hearing protection they ll ever need. Wherever you are, ProTechtON keeps you protected. 2

everything else that makes up of the society we move in. Our sense of hearing is delicate as it is constantly exposed to external factors that are harmful. Without proper care, it can be damaged.

3 NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY What is hearing loss Hearing is an important part of the five senses. Along with the other senses, it enables us to perform our day to day activities and sustain meaningful communication as we interact with our environment -- its people, its surroundings, and everything else that makes up of the society we move in. Our sense of hearing is delicate as it is constantly exposed to external factors that are harmful. Without proper care, it can be damaged. Unfortunately, this damage is irreversible. 60% of childhood hearing loss is due to preventable causes. World Health Organization The ProTechtON high fidelity earplugs are engineered for ultimate hearing protection so you can excel in what you do safely. It s the only armor you ll need against highrisk sound levels. The plugs are specifically designed for noise cancellation and noise reduction so you keep yourself protected at all times. Hearing loss, also known as hearing impairment, refers to your inability to hear which can either be a decrease in performance or permanent damage. The causes for hearing loss are varied: - Genes - Aging - Head trauma - Tumors in the head - Exposure to loud noise 3

4 NRR/SNR Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) - The NRR measures how much a hearing protector can reduce the overall noise level. Designed by Asierromero / Freepik Single Number Rating (SNR) - The SNR is a single number rating (in decibel) system by the International Organization for Standardization s ISO 4869 Certification. SYMPTOMS OF HEARING LOSS Hearing ringing sounds in a quiet environment (otherwise known as Tinnitus, refer to Fast Facts) Muffled hearing Difficulty understanding verbal statements with clarity Not clearly understanding conversations over the phone Ear pain, irritation, or itching Laboratories that are independent of the manufacturers of hearing protection test the earplugs to determine the SNR value which is used to gauge the noise level attenuation capabilities of any hearing protection device. 4

How it happens Hearing loss happens over time gradually and unnoticeably. It s a silent killer. It has no visible symptoms that give you a signal it's occurring.

5 How it happens Hearing loss happens over time gradually and unnoticeably. It s a silent killer. It has no visible symptoms that give you a signal it's occurring. In fact, the only way you ll notice it is when you re actually experiencing hearing loss. Affected people who are experiencing the distress of hearing loss understand how important using hearing protection is. If only they d have worn protection sooner, they wouldn t have hearing loss now. Unfortunately, hearing loss is unpredictable. It can be permanent or temporary; you can have hearing loss in one side or have it on both ears. Designed by Asier_Relampagoestudio / Freepik The reality is that we can t control the environment we re in but what we can control is how we react to the trigger within the environment. Meaning, even though you can t control the noise levels from breaking the maximum recommended level wherever you go, what you can do is protect yourself. 1 All this depends on three major factors: 2 3 LENGTH OF EXPOSURE TO NOISE SEVERITY OF NOISE LEVEL 5 INDIVIDUAL RESISTANCE TO NOISE

6 Wear hearing protection now or use hearing aids forever 120dB 96dB 72dB dB dB 60 0dB Conversation Vacuum Cleaner Motorcycle Concert Hazardous noises are always present in any environment. Every day, we are exposed to different sounds: conversations, phone calls, alarm clocks, fruit blenders, TVs, and traffics. Depending on their noise level, some sounds that are beyond the normal noise safety level can potentially damage your hearing as a long-term effect. 6

The workplace is a prominent ear-damaging environment: artists and musicians performing on stage with loud speakers, construction workers using bulldozers, gardeners strolling through your backyard

7 The workplace is a prominent ear-damaging environment: artists and musicians performing on stage with loud speakers, construction workers using bulldozers, gardeners strolling through your backyard with lawn mowers, and even office employees wearing headsets while working. Spending most of your time at the workplace puts you at risk of hearing loss as you get exposed to several noise sounds at different levels. That being said, hearing loss can happen to anybody. 1.1 billion young people (aged between years) are at risk of hearing loss due to exposure to noise in recreational settings. World Health Organization 7

8 Hearing loss is incurable, but it can be prevented. To prevent hearing loss, we need to understand what it is, how it happens, and what triggers it. Designed by kjpargeter / Freepik THE STATISTICS Adults ages 60 and above experience hearing loss as a result of aging 1 out of 10 people have hearing loss 3 out of 5 military personnels suffer from hearing loss, hearing injuries, or Tinnitus 1 out of 5 people have Tinnitus 10% of those suffering from hearing loss can no longer benefit from hearing aids 83% of the youth ages 6-18 are unaware they have acquired hearing loss 8

FAST FACTS Tinnitus - an incurable condition where the affected experiences ringing sounds in the ear. These ringing sounds, however, do not come from an external source and cannot be stopped.

This noise is more noticeable at quiet places and environments with low background noises (sleeping time, libraries, etc.).

9 FAST FACTS Tinnitus - an incurable condition where the affected experiences ringing sounds in the ear. These ringing sounds, however, do not come from an external source and cannot be stopped. The ringing sounds can also be buzzing, whistling, hissing, and whirring sounds. This noise is more noticeable at quiet places and environments with low background noises (sleeping time, libraries, etc.). Designed by skadyfernix / Freepik Designed by luis_molinero / Freepik Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) - NIHL is hearing loss caused by exposure to loud sounds. These can either be an immediate, intense sudden sound (gunshots, explosions) or gradual, continuous exposure to loud sounds for a definite period of time (noise from construction sites, woodworking shops, concerts). There is no reason to deal with hearing loss with today's modern advancements in hearing protection. 9

10 Want to find out if you re suffering from hearing loss? Here is a quick test with some basic questions: 1) Do you sometimes have difficulty understanding speech on the telephone or TV? Yes No 2) Do you sometimes feel that people are mumbling or not speaking very clearly? Yes No 3) Do you find yourself asking people to speak up or repeat themselves? Yes No 4) Do you experience difficulty understanding soft speech? Yes No 5) Do you find it difficult to follow a conversation in a noisy restaurant or crowded room? Yes No Please follow this link to finish the complete the online hearing test simulator. 10

NOISE LEVEL CHART Fast Facts To better understand the hazards of noise levels in our environment, we ve compiled some of the most common and most important noise sources and their corresponding noise

11 NOISE LEVEL CHART Fast Facts To better understand the hazards of noise levels in our environment, we ve compiled some of the most common and most important noise sources and their corresponding noise levels. Noise Level Chart Risk Level Noise Source Noise Level Range Refrigerator 45 db Quiet Office db Safe Risk Harmful Conversations Restaurant TV Telephone Ringing Loud Radio Traffic Lawn Mower Motorcycle MP3 Player at maximum volume Loud Concert Blasting Gun Nail Gun Jackhammer Leaf Blower Chain Saw Gun Shot 60 db db 70 db 80 db 80 db 85 db 90 db 95 db 105 db 110 db 110 db 110 db 110 db 110 db 120 db 130 db Decibel (db) - A decibel is the unit of measurement that quantifies sound level and noise exposure. Safe Hearing Level - Noise levels that are 85 db and below are non-harmful to the auditory system. Anything higher than that is considered hazardous. Firecrackers and Firearms db

12 NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY HOW TO PREVENT HEARING LOSS There are many ways to prevent hearing loss:! Learn and understand what noise level is and what noise levels are and are not safe for your hearing! If possible, stay away from loud noises! Inform your friends, families, and colleagues about noise-induced hearing loss! Most importantly, wear hearing protection Fast Facts Always keep in mind that the noise level, your distance from the source of sound and length of exposure are key factors that will determine whether or not your hearing protection is needed. Designed by mindandi / Freepik 12

EARPLUGS VS EARMUFFS: WHICH WORKS BETTER?

DISADVANTAGES requires precision in putting

13 EARPLUGS VS EARMUFFS: WHICH WORKS BETTER? Earplugs: ADVANTAGES portable and lightweight compatible with other hearing protection more comfortable to use in humid temperature DISADVANTAGES requires precision in putting on for it to work properly easy to lose or misplace 13

14 Earmuffs: ADVANTAGES fits most head sizes can be worn with ear infections not prone to being lost noticeable from a distance DISADVANTAGES heavy difficult to use simultaneously with other equipment not comfortable to wear in warm environments 14

15 WHAT MAKES A GOOD HEARING PROTECTION Although hearing protection is based on personal preference, good hearing protection gear should: be comfortable to use provide the protection you need not interfere when performing your tasks let you still look awesome Designed by sergeycauselove / Freepik 15

16 Although everyone is at risk for hearing loss, the possibility of an individual experiencing such all depends on his choice of lifestyle and daily activities. 16

17 You can protect yourself at every step, every day, while you re doing your favorite activity: SLEEP: What s the best thing to do after a long tiring day? Turn the lights off, tuck yourself in bed, and dream all night long. No more snoring roommates and rowdy neighbors. Just peace and quiet. SWIM: Never be afraid to go for that extra lap. The swimming set will keep the water out of those ear and nose holes. FOCUS: Prepping for a big test? Need to concentrate for that big presentation to your boss? No need to drown yourself in Spotify MOTORCYCLE TRIP: Be the biker you ve always dreamt to be. Enjoy the relaxing road trip with your two-wheel companion without the wind barging in your ears. CONCERTS, MUSIC FESTIVALS, RAVE PARTIES & ANYTHING MUSIC-RELATED: Dance when the dj drops that bass. Sing your heart out in your favorite artist s concert. Be the performer you were born to be. Don t let the loud noise levels at events stop you from having fun. 17

18 You can protect yourself at every step, every day, while you re doing your favorite activity: HUNTING & SHOOTING: Be it hunting season or a shooting range, it s always safety first. Protect your ears from those extremely loud gunshots. BARTENDER & EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER: Don t get distracted when the dj drops that bass. Be able to focus and perform your dream job in any place, no matter how loud it is. Be the performer you were born to be. Don t let the loud noise levels at events stop you from performing at your best. TRAVEL & AIRPLANE FLIGHTS: Be at peace on your next flight. Sit back and let the plugs regulate the air pressure when you re thousands of feet above the ground. CONSTRUCTION, WOODWORKS & HEAVY EQUIPMENT: Keep your hearing safe at your workplace. Perform at your best without going deaf when you use the drill, jackhammer, saw, bulldozer and all your other tools. 18

19 Deal with this problem now and you can rest quietly later States Scenarios What you actually hear Conclusion No hearing loss Daily conversation and whispering You will not have to worry about tinnitus You will hear everything perfectly Gentle hearing loss Daily conversation and whispering You..ll not.ave to.orry.bout tinnitus You will have some difficulties understanding some words Medium hearing loss Daily conversation and group discussions You..ll not.ave to.orry..out tinnit.. You will have difficulties understanding some loud conversations Severe hearing loss Daily conversation and routine..u..ll not..ve.o.orry..out.in nit.. You will have difficulties hearing someone taking or TV Tinnitus Quiet Ringing or buzzing You will have a permanent and constant ringing/ buzzing in your ears 19

20 PROTECHTON EARPLUGS The ProtechtON earplugs were chosen very carefully so they can satisfy every need. You will have a complete set for hearing protection that includes reusable silicone ear plugs, disposable foam ear plugs, carrying metal tube, a brush for cleaning the ear plugs and as a bonus you will get a swimming protection set, which include a pair of swimming ear plugs and a nose clips along with it s own carrying case. 20

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Most people assume that wearing hearing protection means they re safe. However, this is not true for earplugs.

NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY While holding the stem, reach a hand over your head and gently pull top of your ear up and back.

NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY Reach over your head with a free hand, pull your ear up and back and insert the earplug well inside your ear canal.

21 FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Most people assume that wearing hearing protection means they re safe. However, this is not true for earplugs. To ensure quality protection, please make sure you wear the earplugs correctly with proper fitting and accurate insertion. NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY While holding the stem, reach a hand over your head and gently pull top of your ear up and back. Insert the earplug so all flanges are well inside your ear canal. NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY Reach over your head with a free hand, pull your ear up and back and insert the earplug well inside your ear canal. Insert the earplug so all flanges are well inside your ear canal. NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY With clean hands, roll the entire earplug into narrowest possible crease-free cylinder. Reach over your head with a free hand, pull your ear up and back and insert the earplug well inside your ear canal. 21

22 NOISE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY CLEANING, CARE AND USE FOAM EARPLUGS CLEAN The ProTechtON foam earplugs are disposable. After a single use, the plugs lose its elasticity. If they are reused, the foam plugs might not expand in the ears properly. Therefore, providing deteriorated noise reduction and hearing protection. Reusing the earplugs may also accumulate bacteria, dirt, and earwax. CARE Prior to inserting the earplugs, inspect the plugs for dirt, damage, or unusual hardness. Clean your ear canals before using the earplugs. Discard after use. Foam ear plugs are designed to fit in any kind of ear canal. The elastic material will squeeze in even the narrowest ear. This type of ear plugs offers the highest level of protection, reaching levels like 32dB-33dB on the NRR scale. 22

23 CLEANING, CARE AND USE SILICONE MULTI-USE EARPLUGS CLEAN Clean the earplugs by washing them with a water jet after each use Alternatively, you can wash the earplugs in warm water and rub it with mild soap. Make sure to remove the dirt as you scrub the earplugs to avoid infection and irritation upon next use. Place your earplugs on a clean towel and leave them to dry. CARE Prior to inserting the earplugs, inspect the plugs for dirt, damage, or unusual hardness. Clean your ear canals before using the earplugs. Store the earplugs in your case when not in use. Silicone ear plugs are designed to fulfill the every day needs of any person. The soft material make them very comfortable to use. The silicone ear plugs have better tolerance to water, unlike the foam ear plugs. They can be used for protection while you are doing any kind of activities, including swimming. The main advantage of silicone ear plugs is that they are reusable, if they are receiving proper clean and care. 23

24 CLEANING, CARE AND USE USE Avoid pushing the earplugs deep into your ear to prevent damages to your eardrums. Remove the earplugs gently by turning the plugs carefully and pulling them away slowly to avoid damage to the ear drums. To use the foam earplugs, role the earplugs in a cylindrical motion using your fingertips and insert them in your ear. Do not rub the foam set in between your palms as it will result to disproportion of the earplugs. IMPORTANT NOTES FROM THE MANUFACTURER: Keep away from children 3 years old and below due to risks of swallowing the earplugs and choking hazards. If you have sensitive ears or specific ear health issues, consult a doctor before using the earplugs. To ensure 100% hearing protection, make sure that the earplugs are properly fitted/inserted. 24

Protect your Hearing

Protect your Hearing 3 Your hearing is precious Throughout our lives we are bombarded with a steady stream of sound in schools, at home, at work and out and about. And sometimes these sounds get so loud