Common Mistakes People Make Regarding Ear Plugs
At Hearsafe Australia, we are proud to offer high-quality moulded ear plugs geared towards professionals in noisy industries. However, before you startbrowsing our catalogue of ear protection products, it’s good to know some of the common mistakes that people make with earplugs
Not wearing them at all: The average person doesn’t think much about wearing ear protection. They might put in plugs for deafening events —attending an ear-splitting loud rock concert, for instance—but otherwise not use them much. In truth, we recommend ear protection for many more circumstances than people think. Most power tools, for example, exceed the decibel level at which most hearing experts would recommend the use of earplugs. Indeed, using a chain saw or hammer drill for more than a minute or two without ear protection risks permanent hearing loss.
Thinking earplugs are only for sleeping: Most people who do own a pair of earplugs have sleep plugs. Certainly, earplugs for sleeping are a good investment that can guarantee a better night’s sleep—especially if you have loud neighbours or live in an area with too much traffic noise. However, it’s important to remember that plugs aren’t just for sleeping.
Assuming that all earplugs are the same: With that last point made, though, it’s also important to note that not all earplugs are created equal. A set of plugs might be useful for sleeping, but entirely ineffective for providing hearing protection on a loud industrial worksite. At Hearsafe, we design plugs for specific applications—from sleeping to motorsport to live music roles—all to deliver the best results for our customers.
What You Can Expect from Hearsafe Australia Regarding Ear Plugs
At Hearsafe Australia, we want to raise the bar for hearing protection in Australia. Here are a few factors that make us a reliable source:
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Our focus on custom comfort:We’ve heard lots of feedback over the years from consumers who are tired of uncomfortable earplugs that don’t fit right. Many of our products are moulded earplugs custom-crafted from ear impressions, to ensure the highest levels of comfort, fit and protection.
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Our purpose-driven plugs:Are you a drummer? We have a set of plugs explicitly meant for you. Do you love spending time at the gun range? We have plugs for that, too. Each set of earplugs we sell has been designed for a specific situation, industry or application.
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Our dedication to preventing hearing loss:Australia trails behind many other countries when it comes to hearing protection. Our mission as a company is to help prevent hearing loss on a nationwide scale.
Problems Hearsafe Australia Addresses
As mentioned above, we want to play our part in protecting auditory health throughout Australia. Here are some of the barriers to hearing protection that we are working to eliminate:
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Difficulty getting earplugs that fit:We work with audiologists across Australia to get ear impressions of customers so that we can craft custom moulded ear protection for them. The result is that our plugs fit, feel and function better than the vast majority of other products on the market.
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Underserved industries:There are many sleep plugs out there, but what about plugs geared towards specific niche industries? We address this challenge by making earplugs for music, industry, motorsport, education, farming, shooting and more.
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Challenges with finding quality plugs:One reason hearing protection fails is that most consumers aren’t using the right products. They simply can’t find quality plugs at their local stores. We resolve this issue by shipping our products throughout Australia.
Why You Should Use Hearsafe Australia
Whether you need earplugs for sleeping or students in a loud music class environment, we can help. Our dedication to hearing protection in Australia is second-to-none and is a reason that many customers trust us as theironlysource for earplugs.Contact us today to learn more.
Find the Right Ear Hearing Protection at Hearsafe Australia
Too often, ear hearing protection fails to do its most fundamental job: shielding the ears from premature hearing loss. Earplugs are often poorly designed. They might use the wrong materials or fit in such an uncomfortable and inaccurate way that they don’t end up offering much protection at all. At Hearsafe Australia, we dedicate ourselves to providing a better class of hearing protection to the industries and professionals that need it.
Common Mistakes People Make Regarding Ear Hearing Protection
When it comes to purchasing ear safety protection—whether for your profession or for blocking out noise during sleep—most consumers make at least one major mistake. These might include:
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Not being willing to invest:You can buy cheap silicone earplugs in bulk at almost any store. Because of how prevalent these types of earplugs are, many people assume that earplugs shouldalwaysbe cheap. The truth is that you get what you pay for with hearing protection. At Hearsafe Australia, we believe our prices are entirely reasonable, given the quality of our product. Investing in our products means investing in the preservation of your hearing—a truly priceless asset.
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Not going the custom route:We are known for making custom moulded hearing protection products. The custom aspect is crucial for numerous reasons. First, custom-moulded earplugs are manufactured based on ear impressions fromyourears, which means they fit perfectly. There’s no discomfort with these earplugs. Secondly, a perfect fit means they form a perfect seal, which provides more insulation and gives much better hearing protection. Trust us: once you’ve worn custom ear protection, you will never go back.
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Not picking out earplugs for your specific situation:The ideal ear safety protection will vary depending on your needs. Professional musicians need different plugs than people working in extreme industrial environments. Instead of looking for general purpose earplugs, shop for hearing protection explicitly geared towards your profession or industry.
Problems Hearsafe Australia Addresses
When you choose us for your hearing protection needs, we go out of our way to solve common problems and pain points that customers have experienced in the past. These include:
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Underserved industries:Say you are a musician or sound engineerlooking for hearing protection for live music environments. On the one hand, you need to protect your ears from exposure to loud music for hours at a time. On the other hand, you need to retain the ability to hear with clarity and sensitivity. We carry a whole stock of hearing protection products geared towards the music industry, from earplugs for drummers or guitarists to in-ear monitors.
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Discomfort:If you have previously hated wearing earplugs because they were uncomfortable, know that you won’t have that problem with us. Our custom-moulded hearing protection fits snugly and comfortably every time.
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No lasting value:Too many types of earplugs lose their structural integrity and function after a limited number of uses. We build our earplugs to last, to make sure you get maximum return on your investment.
About Hearsafe Australia
For 15 years and counting, we have been bringing better earplugs, in-ear monitors and other ear hearing protection products to the Australian market. To learn more about our business,contact us today.
Find Custom Plugs that Enable Easy, Effective Hearing Protection
For those who have difficulty sleeping due to a snoring partner or other noisy night-time problems, custom plugs can represent the quickest and easiest path towards relief. Have you tried other earplugs in the past only to find them wanting? Discomfort is one of the most common complaints among plug users, especially those who rely on them for sleep. If you cannot get comfortable with or without plugs, how can you ever enjoy a good night's sleep? AtHearsafe, we have a simple answer: custom-fit earplugs.
What Sets Hearsafe's Custom Made Earplugs Apart
Does a custom fit for your earplugs really make that much of a difference? In a word: Yes! Here's what makes the ACS plugs we supply stand out:
- Fit that delivers function. Nothing is more important in an earplug than the fit: if it doesn't conform to your ear canal very closely, some sound can continue to bleed through, practically negating the usefulness of wearing them in the first place. Hearsafe's ACS earplugs conform to a custom impression of your ears, ensuring the most comfortable and snug fit possible.
- Comfort for long periods of wear. It's easy to see why: when tailored to your body's unique needs, they're bound to be comfy.
- Highly adaptable for a wide variety of needs, as outlined below. ACS plugs work well in many applications and can even undergo modifications, for example, to create in-ear studio monitors.
From greater comfort to more robust sound blocking, we can help you start to catch more Zs every night.
Services Related to Custom Earplugs for Sleeping We Provide
At Hearsafe, we do more than help restless individuals find some peaceful sleep — we also strongly believe in helping others protect their hearing from irreversible damage. We're proud to also provide custom fittings for:
- Musicians. Protect your ears from the thumping bass and powerful amps on stage and in the studio. Tinnitus is a common problem among musicians, but you can mitigate some of the risks by regularly wearing custom plugs.
- Industrial workers and plant operators. Heavy machinery can be incredibly loud, and hearing safety should be an integral component of workplace safety. Ensure that you're blocking the full range of damaging frequencies with the right plugs.
- Motorsport drivers. The thrill of being behind the wheel is tough to beat, but you're also regularly exposed to loud engine noise. Focus on the task ahead and not the noise.
Tips for Getting More Value Out of Your Custom Hearing Protection
Purchasing custom plugs is an investment to be sure — but one worth making when your hearing is on the table. That doesn't mean you can't find ways to stretch your investment and make it work for you, though. Try these tips:
- Care for your plugs properly. Though they are made to last for an indefinite period, you can maintain their quality and avoid any concerns with some basic cleansing efforts. After use, rinse your earplugs in cool water or wipe them off gently, then allow them to air dry. After about four years, though, consider replacement to maintain the best fit possible.
- Purchase more than one set of plugs at a time. Even those who take care with their possessions can lose a set — they are small objects, after all. Having a "back up" pair makes dealing with those frustrating occasions easier, while also providing useful spares. You could have one "home" and one "travel" pair, for example.
- Pair your plugs' acoustic filter with the situation in which you'll need to use them. (Check our FAQ) for a quick overview of what filters work best for which applications.
Why Trust Hearsafe When You Need Made to Measure Earplugs?
Our commitment to quality hearing protection is easy to see, from the wide number of industries we support to the service we provide in pursuit of offering you the best fit and function possible. Over our decade and a half in operation, we've come to understand precisely how to provide ear protection that makes the grade no matter whether you need them to sleep peacefully or to block out noisy heavy equipment. Explore our catalogue now, orcontact us with your questions.
Preserve Your Ears with ACS Custom Earplugs for Extreme Environments
When you work in a tough environment, rely on ACS custom earplugs to counteract the high noise levels. These earplugs are ideal for loud activities, including work and entertainment settings. Since your ears are sensitive organs, it’s far too easy to damage them without realising it, so you should be proactive about protection.
What You Can Expect from Hearsafe Regarding ACS Earplugs
We connect you withthe ideal earplugs to suit your workplace and the hobbies that you enjoy. These are several ways that we can help you with these earplugs:
- We address the genuine need that Australians have for custom earplugs. Too often, we hear people complain about discomfort from the generic options, so we’ve connected people with a line of custom plugs that are both more comfortable and more effective. Custom plugs sit comfortably and securely in the ear canal so that they remain there even during higher levels of activity. After several hours, ill-fitting plugs cause significant discomfort that can distract workers, which is something that custom plugs prevent.
- Hearsafe has been in business for 15 years, building connections and understanding the technology behind effective earplugs. We work with the highest-quality materials and use precise measurements to ensure that your plugs snugly fit your ears. These plugs are also built to last, so you won’t need to replace them every week due to wear and tear.
- Our team works closely with a network of audiologists across the country who can examine your ears and recommend the best design. After their examination, they’ll provide the measurements to us, and we’ll customise your earplugs.
- After the measurement stage, the process is entirely digital and entirely online. You can complete your order when convenient but receive the finished earplugs rapidly due to how quickly we get all the information from you and the audiologist. We ship to anywhere in Australia, so no matter where you are in the country, you’ll receive your custom-made earplugs soon.
Tips Regarding ACS Pro Earplugs
Potential ear damage depends both on the noise level and the source of the sound. You should always aim to get the earplugs designed for the environment in which you’ll be:
- Musicians and DJs are the quintessential examples of those who work in high-volume settings. You must keep the energy going, and project sounds over a large crowd. Often, you’re at the centre where it’s loudest, and you’re committed to remaining in that spot for several hours. It doesn’t take much for your ears to start feeling the damage, and many musicians report experiencing tinnitus related to the consistent noise level. The ACS Pro 17 earplugs are designed to withstand this kind of pressure and protect your ears.
- The most powerful machines in industrial settings create a lot of noise during operation. Even though automation has decreased the number of hands-on manufacturing jobs, there are still hundreds of thousands of jobs that keep employees in loud environments for many hours of the day. The ACS ER20 earplugs counteract the percussive sounds that are the hallmark of such settings.
- Outdoors enthusiasts and hunters are in settings of great calm and quiet punctuated by extreme noise as guns fire. Without proper ear protection, your ears are ringing by the end of your practice time at the range, and this can develop into serious or permanent damage. The ACS Pro Impulse earplugs are designed to be the ideal protection in shooting situations due to their mid-level protection and specific resistance against impulse noise such as gunfire.
Why Trust Hearsafe Regarding ACS Ear Protection
We’re committed to helping Australians find effective ear protection for all activities. Hearing loss is a real consequence of chronic exposure to loud environments, so we encourage everyone to take it seriously. Custom protection is consistently the best way to protect your ears over time, socontact us today and learn more about our ACS custom earplugs.