Blizzard

The Blizzard goggle offers unquestionable style and comfort for operators who demand even more coverage from their eye protection. Rubber lining on the inside of the strap secures the goggle and provides a comfortable fit. Interchangeable Clear Vapor Shield© and G-15 Vapor Shield© lenses are completely resistant to fog and easy to switch for different light conditions. This tactical goggle kit also includes a removable Rx insert, fire retardant back sleeve, collapsible MOLLE compatible case, and chamois cleaning cloth.

Clear lenses are the classic option for safety glasses. They allow the greatest amount of light to enter, making them an excellent choice for indoor and low light conditions. The addition of Vapor Shield© military grade anti-fog technology keeps these lenses completely resistant to fog, even in extreme environments. 85% of visible light passes through this lens color.

G-15 lenses provide contrast and image definition while maintaining a neutral, true-to-life perspective. This technology was pioneered by the U. S. Air Force and features a green-colored tint that has cooling properties for the eyes. G-15 lenses are perfect for a variety of bright light conditions. The addition of Vapor Shield© military grade anti-fog technology keeps these lenses completely resistant to fog, even in extreme environments. 15% of visible light passes through this lens color.

Edge Tactical Eyewear glasses are tested in independent laboratories to ensure their compliance with ANSI Z87.1+2010 and Military Ballistic MCEPS GL-PD 10-12 standards. All Edge lenses block 99.9% of UVA, UVB, and UVC radiation and are coated to reduce scratching.

Foam Gaskets

For operators who work in environments with high levels of airborne debris, a foam gasket is essential to increased eye safety. The self-adhesive gasket creates a seal that keeps dust and wind out of the glasses and away from the eyes.

Foam Gaskets are available for the following frames: Falcon, Falcon Thin Temple, Blade Runner (shown above), and Blade Runner XL

Why Eye Protection?

Edge Tactical Eyewear is committed to maximizing eye safety. This serious responsibility requires rigorous testing to ensure compliance with the highest national standards. Every pair of Edge Tactical glasses is subjected to the toughest tests – because tough tests create tough glasses. When it comes to something as valuable as eyesight, we wouldn’t manufacture anything less than the best.

What are the statistics?
According to the Center for Disease Control, there are more than 10,000 eye injuries in North America every day. The Department of Labor reported that approximately 2,000 of these injuries require medical treatment and time off work, and the Bureau of Labor states 85% of these cases require up to five days off work. While it is not surprising that eye injuries happen on the job site, many are shocked to learn 63% of all eye injuries happen away from work – 47% at home and 16% while playing sports.

Who creates and enforces safety standards?
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private, non-profit organization that has created detailed safety standards by defining voluntary tests for safety eyewear. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) adopts and enforces these standards. Z87.1-2010 is ANSI’s most current standard for eye protection. We have added a “+” to our Z87.1 literature to indicate that we are compliant with the high impact level of the standard, which is referred to as “Z87+”.

How does Edge Tactical Eyewear guarantee safe products?
To avoid improper safety evaluations and biases, all Edge Tactical Eyewear glasses are independently tested by professionals at COLTS Laboratories. Surprisingly, many safety eyewear manufacturers choose not to test their products, while others perform their evaluations in-house. These practices present a serious conflict of interest. The integrity of testing and reporting can be compromised, resulting in non-compliant and unsafe eyewear. Edge Tactical Eyewear’s frequent third party testing guarantees compliance with ANSI Z87.1-2010 standards.

How can you find compliant eyewear?
Before purchasing any safety eyewear, we advise you to ask for proof. The ANSI standard in Section 2.3.5 states: “The protector manufacturer shall provide test results to the purchaser upon request.” Companies that are serious about safety will have third party test results readily available. Any brand that cannot or will not provide these test reports should not be trusted.