Understanding the Key Components of Safety Glasses: Brow Bars, Nose Pads, Temples, and More
As with every part of eyewear designed to aid functionality, comfort, and safety, let's move on to the major components you see in most of the pairs.
Brow Bars
Placed above lenses, the brow bars not only support structural integrity in a pair of glasses but are also important in distributing weights, keeping the glasses very comfortable as well as providing stability. These are common for safety eyeglasses due to their increased resilience.
Nose Pads
The soft cushions used to support comfortably rest against the nose's bridge. Nose pads have various shapes and sizes. They may be of silicone, rubber, or plastic materials.
Temples
extend from the lenses out to the ears. Temples hold glasses in place securely. These temples vary in style-for example, straight or curved. Most temples have rubberized tips for extra grip.
Straps & Lanyards
Primarily used with safety or sports eyewear, straps and lanyards are connected to the temples for attaching glasses around the head or neck. They are excellent for securing eyewear during active movement to prevent accidental loss.
Foam Inserts and Gaskets
Foam Inserts and Gaskets are designed to fit in snugly and seal the eyes from dust, debris, and wind. Foam inserts are considered a must when there are airborne particles; they apply to most forms of protection eyewear.
Nosepieces & Bridges
Nosepieces & Bridges sit in the middle between the two lenses on a centre frame, whereas a nosepiece is specifically where it sits on your nose. Adjustable nosepieces can custom-fit into your nose; in other words, fixed bridges can just be placed straight over, giving a clean look without any obstructions in view.
Side Shields:
These are protective attachments at the side of the frame. They protect eyes from side peripheral hazards, such as debris or bright light. Side shields are a vital component in safety eyewear for those applications where side protection is needed.
All of these components lead to better comfort, fit, and protection, therefore making the functionality of everyday eyewear and safety eyewear as good as they can be.
