Protective coatings are used to protect items from damage and improve their function. Examples include polymer coatings on electrical wiring, nonstick coatings on cookware, and metallic coatings on outdoor metal products. Coatings help products last longer and hold up well under normal use. Protective coatings are coatings intended to provide a layer of protection from […]
Protective relays detect faults in electrical circuits and trip the circuit breaker. They can respond to overcurrent, overvoltage, and frequency conditions. Modern relays use microprocessors and can estimate the distance to the fault. Distance relays are common on high voltage transmission lines. A protective relay is a device that trips or opens a circuit breaker […]
Sun protection clothing blocks harmful UV rays from reaching the skin, with a UPF rating indicating the amount of rays that can pass through. Light fabrics offer less protection than heavy, tightly woven clothing, but can be uncomfortable. Sun protection clothing should be used alongside sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses for optimal protection. Sun protection clothing […]
Protective gloves can prevent hand injuries from chemicals, blood, cuts, burns, and frostbite. The material determines the hazards protected against. Different gloves are used for different purposes, such as rubber, neoprene, vinyl, latex, polyethylene, nitrile, wire mesh, Kevlar®, and leather. They can be purchased in stores or online. There are several types of protective gloves […]
Sun protective clothing, including wide-brimmed hats, is important for preventing skin damage and skin cancer. Clothing may be more effective than sunscreen, especially for children. Linen is a comfortable option for sun protective clothing, and sunglasses are also important for protecting the eyes and delicate skin around them. Sun protective clothing is clothing that can […]
Protective service jobs range from private security for government officials to bodyguard services for families and artists. Many have military and law enforcement experience, as well as training in martial arts and firearms. These jobs often involve close interaction and can lead to romances, so thorough background checks are required. Former police and military personnel […]
A protection racket involves extorting money from victims in exchange for protection from property damage or attacks, with the perpetrator often being the one the victim needs protection from. This practice is common in areas with organized crime, with gangs marking their territory and intimidating business owners to pay for protection. Victims may not report […]
A protective put is a paid policy that protects investors from losses if the value of a financial vehicle decreases. The cost is determined by the value of the vehicle and the amount of protection desired. The policy only comes into effect if the value decreases and will not limit growth if it increases. The […]
