Capital Safety has announced the acquisition of the specialist manufacturer of tool drop prevention equipment, Python Safety.
The working at height safety solutions provider says the addition of Python Safety to its portfolio will support the company’s mission to bring every worker at height home safely by focusing on eliminating accidents from dropped tools.
According to Capital Safety, falling objects are a leading cause of injury for workers. Ensuring employers are focused on providing a total safety solution to protect workers at height, as well as those on the ground, from dropped objects is paramount to reducing and ultimately eliminating these incidents.
Nate Damro, president at Capital Safety for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, said: “We are very excited to have Python Safety become part of Capital Safety. This acquisition is a natural extension for us and in line with our continued commitment to bringing workers home safely.
“Struck-by falling objects is a leading cause of injury for workers and Python Safety’s portfolio of products are designed to prevent tools and equipment from falling. This deal enables us to bring a broader range of solutions to our customer base and helps them keep their employees safe.”
Mark Caldwell, chief executive of Python Safety, added: “We are delighted to join Capital Safety. As a combined organisation, we will be able to leverage Capital Safety’s global organisation and distribution channels with our core strength in drop prevention to broaden our reach and bring even more innovative solutions to a larger customer base. It will also allow us a better opportunity to expand the definition of fall protection to include tools and equipment.”
Capital Safety will be launching the premium range of dropped object prevention products for tools and equipment – including tool holsters and pouches, attachment points and lanyards – at the upcoming Safety & Health Expo, held on June 16-18 2015 at the ExCel exhibition centre in London.
