CUSTOM HEARING PROTECTION
• Significantly reduce environmental impact, unlike disposables (last five years)
• Proven to reduce noise induced hearing loss
• Increased Compliance from employees due to combined hearing protection and comfort
•Proven to save thousands of dollars per year for large numbers of employees (ROI based on your current spending for disposable ear plugs)
• Three year material warranty, and we keep the molds for five years for replacement, reorder, or multiple pairs.
The Process
Taking Ear Impression
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Custom Mold: A hearing healthcare professional takes a detailed impression of the ear canal and outer ear using a special material that molds to the ear's shape. The process includes placing a small foam or silicone tip in the ear canal, and then a soft, non-toxic impression material (like silicone) is injected to fill the ear canal and outer ear.
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Seal and Comfort: The material is left in place for several minutes until it hardens. This creates a highly accurate and personalized mold of the ear. The goal is to capture the exact shape of the ear canal, the curvature of the ear, and the contours to ensure a perfect fit.
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Safety: During the process, care is taken to ensure the ear is not damaged. A professional should always carry out this step to avoid discomfort or harm.
Design and Customization
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Personalization: Based on the ear mold, custom hearing protection is designed. This could include earplugs with unique features such as:
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Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): Custom earplugs can be designed to attenuate sound at specific frequencies, such as those common in industrial environments, while maintaining speech clarity.
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Filters or Electronic Components: For specialized hearing protection (e.g., for shooters or musicians), filters or electronics can be integrated to reduce harmful noise but still allow important sounds (like speech or certain frequencies) to pass through.
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Ventilation and Comfort Features: Some custom earplugs incorporate vents or materials to reduce the feeling of pressure in the ear, while others can be designed for longer use without discomfort.
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