EKASTU Safety GmbH is a traditional German manufacturer with a history spanning over 85 years in the field of personal protective equipment (PPE). Founded in 1933, the company has dedicated itself to the development and production of high-quality safety products that protect workers in hazardous environments. Based in Waiblingen, Germany, EKASTU is a synonym for reliability and innovation in respiratory protection, eye protection, and emergency first aid systems. Their mission is to "protect the most valuable thing: your health," which they achieve through rigorous quality control and adherence to the latest European safety standards (EN). By combining decades of experience with modern materials, EKASTU ensures that laboratory personnel and industrial workers are shielded from airborne contaminants, chemical splashes, and thermal risks.
The EKASTU range at LabFriend features professional occupational safety and security solutions, headlined by their comprehensive selection of full-face masks and half-masks for respiratory protection. For rapid response to accidents, the brand provides advanced first aid and emergency tools, including specialized eye wash bottles and body showers designed for immediate chemical decontamination. Their portfolio also includes high-performance general laboratory safety items such as panoramic safety goggles and chemical-resistant aprons. To support diverse gas-handling environments, EKASTU offers a wide array of screw-in filters (DIRIN series) that provide protection against everything from organic vapors to toxic particles and radioactive dust. By choosing EKASTU through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on world-class safety equipment engineered for maximum user protection and comfort.
Why Choose EKASTU for Your Laboratory?
- Legacy of Protection: Over eight decades of expertise in engineering respiratory and eye protection that meets the highest industrial safety benchmarks.
- Comprehensive Filter Range: Offers a massive selection of gas, particle, and combined filters (standard thread DIN EN 148-1) compatible with a variety of mask systems.
- Immediate First Aid: Their eye wash solutions feature ergonomic spray heads and buffered solutions that effectively neutralize acids and alkalis, preventing long-term injury.
- Superior Comfort & Fit: Masks are designed with dermatologically tested materials and adjustable harnesses to ensure a leak-proof seal without causing skin irritation during long shifts.
- Rigorous Compliance: Every product is manufactured and tested according to strict CE and EN standards, ensuring reliable performance in high-risk laboratory environments.
