Developed and manufactured in Sweden, 3M’s esteemed PELTOR™ series is renowned for high-quality hearing protection and communication solutions. This series caters to industries such as construction, manufacturing, agriculture and other sectors where workers are regularly exposed to potentially harmful noise levels but need to stay connected and focused.
Introducing 3M PELTOR WS ALERT XPV
Launched in March 2024, 3M PELTOR WS ALERT XPV stands out as the world’s first self-charging protective communications headset. While many headsets offer noise reduction and communication capabilities, the XPV takes things to the next level with cutting-edge technology, enhanced durability, and an innovative power solution.
With just the surrounding light as a power source, Powerfoyle solar cells enable advanced features such as selective listening, noise cancellation, multipoint connectivity and clear communication. Moreover, by eliminating the need for disposable batteries, WS ALERT XPV significantly reduces waste and environmental impact.
REDUCING THE IMPACTS OF DISPOSABLE BATTERIES
A typical battery-powered hearing protection headset may require two AA batteries every two weeks under heavy use.
2 AA batteries every two weeks = 52 batteries per year
For 100,000 users, this translates to a savings of 5.2 million AA batteries each year, significantly reducing hazardous waste, manufacturing and disposal-related emissions, and offers cost savings related to battery purchases.
With the WS ALERT XPV, 3M PELTOR sets a new standard in the industry, demonstrating their commitment to advancing safety, efficiency, and eco-friendly practices in the workplace.
Features include:
- Solar charging: Powerfoyle™ solar cells are seamlessly integrated into in the headband, continuously charging the headset anytime it is exposed to light – indoors or outdoors.
- Built-in rechargeable battery: 70 hours battery reserve means users can be confident their hearing protection is ready to go anytime, reducing the risk of downtime.
- Connectivity and communication: Bluetooth Multipoint connects to two devices at once and the noise-cancelling boom microphone allows for clear communication in noisy environments.
- Environmental Listening (Push-to-Listen): At the push of a button, users can pause streaming and allow in ambient sounds and conversations without removing the headset. This enhances situational awareness and safety.
- Work Audio Profiles (WAP): Microphones capture the external noise, so users can decide how much sound passes through the headset, for the optimal balance of hearing protection and situational awareness.
- Mobile App Integration: The app has an intuitive interface for monitoring energy levels, adjusting headset settings and button customizations.
- Built to last: Strong but comfortable, WS ALERT XPV is built for industrial-grade durability and is ready to handle dust, moisture, sweat, temperature and harsh environments for a long product life.
3M PELTOR WS ALERT XPV is available for purchase at select hardware and safety equipment stores, through authorized 3M distributors, and online at sites such as Amazon. Availability may differ by region.
What do users say about it?
“These headsets powered by Powerfoyle makes me save a lot of these small batteries that were lying all over the floor of the car and now I don’t need them anymore.”
Robin S., user
