3M: Technology that protects your hearing
3M was founded in 1902 in Two Harbors, Minnesota, as the Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company. The group still has its headquarters at the 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota, and employs around 60,500 people. 3M moved into hearing protection by acquiring Aearo Technologies for 1.2 billion US dollars. This brought the Peltor brand into the group, which since 2008 has been a subsidiary with a site in Värnamo, Sweden.
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From 3M we offer the Peltor ear defenders with FM stereo radio. They are made for anyone who spends a lot of time next to loud machinery, for example when mowing, using a chainsaw in the woods, splitting logs or working in the workshop. The ear cups reduce the noise, and the built-in radio keeps long working days entertaining without the need for extra headphones. Your hearing stays protected and the work does not become monotonous.
Frequently asked questions
What does Peltor have to do with 3M?
Peltor is a hearing protection brand that came to 3M with the acquisition of Aearo Technologies. Since 2008 Peltor has been a 3M subsidiary based in Sweden.
Is hearing protection with a radio not distracting?
You set the volume yourself. Adjust the radio so that you can still hear warning signals and people calling out around you, especially when others are working nearby.