MetguardPro -- Occupational Health & Safety

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MetguardPro

Impacto has announced their new MetguardPro—implemented for extended protection for complete metatarsal protection. The Impacto MetguardPro attaches to your footwear providing complete metatarsal protection. The lip of the METGUARDPRO sits on top of your foot at the load point to protect the entire upper foot by deflecting and dispersing the impact of falling loads. Meets 75lb impact resistance ASTM F2412/F2413 standard. For more information, visit www.impacto.ca or call 888-232-0031.

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