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An innovative digital hearing protection tool for construction and industrial workers has been launched by Siemens Hearing Instruments. The SecureEar device, which fits snugly in the ear canal and provides protection from loud noises, also incorporates specialist software that amplifies the sounds users want to hear such as conversations with colleagues on busy sites. The device can dampen loud sounds by up to 35db and help minimise risks to hearing health.

Fittings for SecureEar are made by professional hearing specialists to ensure a snug and tailored fit to the ear canal without causing pressure. The device comes in natural skin tone colours and can be complemented by an antibacterial aloe vera gel.

"One of the most common types of hearing damage results from people working in noisy environments," says Wendy Davies, national sales and audiology manager at Siemens Hearing Instruments. "It is vital to protect ears from loud sounds that can reach over 100 decibels and while ear defenders and traditional moulded plugs may offer protection, they require frequent removal to hear surrounding sounds such as speech. SecureEar combines innovative digital technologies that stop what can damage the inner ear yet at the same time interpret and amplify the softer sounds around you."