Custom Earplugs – What Should You Look For?
Not all custom earplugs are made in the same way or to the same standards of quality and value for money. Deciding where to buy your custom earplugs can be confusing, so here is a list of things which you should consider before making your purchase which will help make sure that you are getting the very best earplugs you can afford.
Which material(s) are used to manufacture the custom earplugs?
In terms of comfort and flexibility, the best material to look out for is medical grade silicon. Some custom earplugs are made from acrylic, which can be cold in the ear and inflexible with body movement.
Flexibility is important as it ensures that your earplugs always create a perfect seal within your ear canal. Earplugs made of hard acrylic don’t form a perfect seal, and are therefore less effective at blocking out noise.
What is the lifespan of your custom earplugs?
Custom earplugs offer a substantial cost saving over traditional foam earplugs, though the initial investment at the start is quite high. To maximise your return on investment, you should look for custom earplugs which last for at least four years.
As the human ear changes shape, you should be looking to replace your custom earplugs every 4 years to maintain the seal with your ear, and make sure your earplugs are 100% effective.
Are there any guarantees offered with your custom earplugs?
Custom hearing protection is not for everybody, which is why it is important to ask whether the company provides a guarantee.
You should really be looking for companies who offer a money-back guarantee if you change your mind about your purchase. This means that you have a fixed time period where you can send your hearing protection back to the company and receive your money back in full. It is also best to deal with companies who offer a manufacturer’s warranty – this means that they will replace or repair any product free of charge if it becomes defective within the first year of use.
Is there a choice in the level of attenuation (noise reduction) available?
People work in different noise environments, so need different levels of protection. Discuss with your provider whether your custom earplugs are available in a range of filters so you can tailor you hearing protection to suit where you work.
For instance, a musician is likely to need a different level of protection from someone who works with heavy industrial machinery, and therefore the custom earplugs used by each of these professions will be different.
What is your after-sales service if I find they dont fit properly?
Custom earplugs are much more effective when the customer is shown how to use them. A good company should offer some form of fitting service and training to ensure customers know how to get the most from their hearing protection.
You should also ask what the company’s policy is on adjusting or replacing custom earplugs free of charge if you find they do not fit properly or if they are uncomfortable to wear.
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