Portwest PU Foam Ear Plugs (30 Pairs)

High-performance disposable hearing protection, ready to dispense wherever it's needed. The Portwest EP13 PU Foam Disposable Ear Plugs combine a high SNR 33dB attenuation rating with the practical convenience of a 30-pair cardboard dispenser box — making them an ideal bulk-issue solution for workplace safety stations, site offices, tool stores, and any environment where a ready supply of reliable hearing protection needs to be immediately accessible to multiple workers throughout the day.

Constructed from soft, flexible PU foam, the EP13 ear plugs are gentle on the ear canal even during prolonged wear, conforming gradually to the shape of the individual wearer for a comfortable, low-pressure fit that remains consistently effective across long working shifts. The tapered design simplifies the insertion process — lightly compress, insert, and allow the foam to expand and seal — making correct fitting straightforward for new and experienced wearers alike, with user instructions included in every box to support confident first-time use.

At SNR 33dB, the EP13 delivers high attenuation performance well suited to consistently loud industrial environments including heavy manufacturing, metal fabrication, woodworking, demolition, engineering workshops, and construction sites where regular, prolonged exposure to harmful noise levels is an occupational reality. The convenient cardboard dispenser box keeps all 30 pairs organised, protected, and easily accessible at the point of use, reducing the time operatives spend locating hearing protection before entering noise hazard areas.

Supplied in a retail-ready box suitable for trade counter display and point-of-sale presentation.

Key Features:

• Soft PU foam construction for comfortable, extended wear
• Tapered shape for quick and intuitive insertion and removal
• High attenuation at SNR 33dB — suited to consistently loud industrial environments
• 30 pairs per handy cardboard dispenser box with user instructions included
• Retail box presentation for trade counter and point-of-sale display
• Disposable design for single-use hygiene
• CE certified to CE-CAT III standard
• Compliant with EN 352-2 | SNR 33dB

Materials: Mesh with PU Foam Product Code: EP13

How many ear plugs are included in the EP13 dispenser box? Each EP13 box contains 30 pairs of disposable PU foam ear plugs, stored in a handy cardboard dispenser with user fitting instructions included. The dispenser format makes the EP13 well suited to workplace safety stations, site tool stores, and reception areas where multiple workers need to access hearing protection quickly and conveniently throughout the working day.

What is the difference between the EP13 and EP14? Both the EP13 and EP14 are Portwest disposable PU foam ear plugs with the same SNR 33dB attenuation rating and tapered design. The difference is pack format and quantity. The EP13 contains 30 pairs in a cardboard dispenser box, making it the better choice for workplace bulk issue and safety station stocking. The EP14 contains 10 pairs in a retail blister pack, making it more suited to individual retail sale, trade counter display, and direct single-worker issue. Both carry the same certified protection level.

How do you fit PU foam ear plugs correctly? To achieve the certified SNR 33dB protection level, the EP13 ear plugs must be fitted correctly. Lightly compress the tapered tip between your fingers, then reach over your head with the opposite hand to gently pull the ear upward and straighten the ear canal. Insert the compressed plug and hold it in place for 20 to 30 seconds while the foam expands to fill the canal and creates an effective acoustic seal. User instructions are included in every EP13 dispenser box. An improperly fitted plug will significantly reduce the level of attenuation provided.

What noise environments is SNR 33dB suitable for? SNR 33dB is a high attenuation rating, appropriate for consistently loud working environments including heavy manufacturing, metal pressing and fabrication, woodworking machinery, demolition, large-scale construction, and engineering operations where prolonged exposure to harmful noise levels above safe limits is an ongoing occupational risk. For moderately noisy environments, a lower SNR rating may be more appropriate to avoid over-protection.

Are the EP13 ear plugs reusable? The EP13 is a disposable ear plug intended for single-use or short-term use. They should be replaced when the foam no longer returns to its full shape after compression, when they become soiled or wet, or when they can no longer create a firm seal in the ear canal. Worn or contaminated ear plugs compromise both hygiene and the level of hearing protection provided.

Is the EP13 suitable for retail and trade counter sales? Yes. The EP13 is supplied in a retail-ready cardboard box suitable for trade counter display and point-of-sale presentation, as well as for direct workplace safety station stocking and bulk issue to operatives.