Premium Italian designer and manufacturer of head protection KASK, returned to this year’s Intersec trade fair reaffirming its commitment to delivering advanced safety solutions for construction, industrial and work-at-height applications, as well as rescue operations.
Intersec proved to be the perfect stage to showcase KASK’s holistic vision of Comfort, Safety and Design in product development.
“Being at Intersec allowed us to connect directly with professionals who work in some of the most demanding environments in the world,” said Francesco Vaccher, Business Development Manager East Europe and MEA for KASK Safety. “At our stand, visitors had the opportunity to discover the complete range of our professional safety helmets – Superplasma, Primero, Zenith X and Quantum – all designed to respond to specific application needs. Thanks to KASK’s experience and patented technologies, we elevate the entire protection experience, enabling people to perform at their best. This is our WOW Effect.”
Comfort and Confidence
KASK’s WOW – With One Wear Effect celebrates the sensation of wearing a KASK helmet for the first time and thereafter. It is the experience of superior fit, exceptional comfort, and the readiness that inspires confidence to perform at one’s best.
“Every KASK helmet is created to protect those who wear it every day and in every working situation, offering protection that truly makes a difference,” Vaccher continued. “Different head shapes and sizes, together with various accessory setups for multiple working environments; all find their perfect fit with a KASK helmet.”
Among the highlights at KASK’s booth was the Primero helmet series. “Primero is the result of our 20 years of experience in head protection,” said Vaccher. “It combines high safety performance with an intuitive, comfortable user experience. The ability to easily integrate a wide range of accessories: visors, face shields, earmuffs, headlamps, and weather protections – makes it a versatile solution for workers across many sectors.”
Styles and Standards
Available with a vented or closed shell, in a wide range of colours – including Hi-Viz Fluo options – Primero meets the European standards EN 397, EN 50365 and EN 12492. It also complies with the American National Standard for Industrial Head Protection ANSI Z89.1-2014, and the Canadian standard for Industrial Protective Headwear CSA Z94.1-15.
The company says this is why its helmets and accessories are trusted worldwide.
“KASK solutions don’t just meet standards; they exceed them,” Vaccher affirmed. “They protect the wearer not only from falling objects, but they offer all-around protection from slips, trips, and falls. For this reason, that our helmets and accessories are chosen by major international players in the Construction, Industrial, and Fire & Rescue sectors, providing protection and performance in every environment, including extreme conditions such as heat and prolonged sun exposure thanks to our dedicated sun protection accessories engineered to defend against UVA/UVB rays and thermal stress.”
Extreme Performance
KASK also displayed the updated Quantum series. “Quantum was designed to face the most extreme environments,” added Vaccher. “Its compliance with multiple standards – EN 16471, EN 16473, and EN 12492, including EN 1385 for canoeing and white-water sports when equipped with dedicated protection panels – confirms its position as a benchmark for professionals involved in wildland firefighting and technical rescue operations.”
KASK says it continues to elevate safety standards and empower professionals in every environment they operate.
“With advanced technologies, high-quality materials, and a design focused on comfort. KASK is at the forefront of enhancing performance and safety in the workplace, offering helmets entirely made in Italy – with a lifespan of up to 10 years – and the highest safety standards ever.” Vaccher concluded.
