PRODUCT NOTICE - Stromboli Type 2 Hard Hat Product Notification

Mar 31, 2025 • PRESS RELEASES

PIP Canada Ltd. (“PIP Canada”) is committed to ensuring the highest level of safety and reliability for workers using our protective equipment. As part of this commitment, we are proactively addressing a potential issue identified in certain production batches of Stromboli Type 2 Hard Hats (HP842R).

During our internal quality control review, we discovered that a molding parameter adjustment in certain batches of Stromboli Type 2 Hard Hats (HP842R) may lead to cracking or delamination of the front brim when subjected to tension. While this issue does not compromise the structural integrity of the dome, continued use of affected units may pose a risk in demanding work environments.

Our testing, conducted in accordance with CSA Z94.1-15 standards, confirms that these hard hats continue to meet or exceed impact and penetration safety requirements under hot (+50°C), ambient (23°C), and cold (-30°C) conditions. However, to maintain customer confidence and uphold our safety-first commitment, we are offering free replacements for affected units, regardless of whether they exhibit visible signs of cracking or delamination.

Products to Be Replaced:

The affected hard hat style and model include:

Immediate Steps to Take:

To determine whether your Stromboli Type 2 Hard Hat (HP842R) is affected, follow these steps:

  1. Check the Batch Number: Locate the batch number inside the hard hat brim. If it is an affected batch number listed above, your unit is part of the affected batch.
  2. Inspect the Brim: While the issue does not affect the dome’s structural integrity, look for signs of cracking or delamination along the front brim.
  3. Continued Use & Replacement: If otherwise in good working order, your hard hat remains safe for continued use. However, to uphold our safety-first commitment, we are offering free replacements for affected units, including those that do not show visible signs of cracking or delamination, and encourage users to review the identified batch numbers and consider replacement when time permits.

Checking Your Hard Hat:

Identifying Batch Number:

Examples Of Brim Cracking Or Delamination On Front Brim:




How to Get a Replacement:

All affected hard hats will be replaced directly through PIP Canada Ltd. Please contact us at 1-877-446-3278 or orders@pipcanada.ca for further instructions and replacement information. You can use the reference code: INSPSTROMBOLI

Our Commitment to Safety:

PIP Canada upholds the strictest safety and quality control measures for all our protective equipment. As a leading manufacturer, we ensure our Dynamic® brand hard hats undergo rigorous testing, including random factory inspections by CSA Group and batch testing at a frequency no less than 1 in every 500 hard hats produced.

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