Helmets
A safety helmet is usually not required for standard blacksmithing tasks.
However, when casting metal and handling liquid melt, it is an essential piece of personal protective equipment:
Here, a specialized helmet reliably protects your head and face from extreme radiant heat and dangerous molten metal splashes.
In combination with a heat-resistant visor or a wire mesh face shield, it ensures the necessary safety throughout the entire casting process.
Cap Angele
Cap with adjustable Flexfit technology, openback with perfect comfort, fast drying and good moisture transport. Black Flexfit Cap with white ANGELE logo can be perfectly adapted to any head shape due to the hook-and-loop fastener on the back, perfect for "hot" work. This model has a lower screen with the same material as the upper. There is a sticker on the top that can be easily removed. Model 110C is a hybrid of an adjustable cap and one with Flexfit technology. Perfect moisture transport, quick drying, perfectly fitting openback with incomparable comfort. 110 taping on the inside seams, matching Velcro fastener, 3.25 high crown, curved visor with new performance elastic sweatband. The cap professionals know what is meant by this description;)
Heat protection helmet
made of high-quality glass fibre polyester with Aluminium visor carrier with cover plate and visor made of 1 mm transparent polycarbonate High quality - Made in GERMANY with special properties: Dimensionally stable at high temperatures High penetration resistance and impact strength High lateral rigidity Insensitive to chemicals High ageing stability (long service life) High wearing comfort and secure fit through ergonomically formed, height-adjustable suspension Difference between wire mesh and polycarbonate screen: The protective screen offers a clearer view compared to the screen, but can scratch during storage and handling. Minor scratches generally do not impair its function, but only impair its appearance. The protective screen is significantly more robust and offers better protection against radiant heat, but offers slightly less visibility than a clear screen. In short: If you want better protection against radiant heat, then choose a wire mesh screen. If you want a clear view, then choose a screen. So it's up to you what you prefer to work with.
Heat protection helmet
Professional quality made of phenolic textile synthetic resin, very good heat resistance, for a short period over 1000 °C, extremely light and comfortable to wear High quality - Made in GERMANY with special properties: Dimensionally stable at high temperatures High penetration resistance and impact strength High lateral rigidity Insensitive to chemicals High ageing stability (long service life) High wearing comfort and secure fit through ergonomically formed, height-adjustable suspension
Aluminium visor carrier for heat protection helmet
made of aluminium, robust professional quality, Secure fit on the helmet thanks to a strong tension spring The Aluminium visor carrier is made of robust aluminum profiles and is heat and corrosion resistant. The wire curtain or protective screen can be folded up in 4 positions.
Visor for heat protection helmet
made of 1 mm transparent polycarbonate Robust professional quality - Made in Germany with the following features: Dimensionally stable at high temperatures High impact strength Resistant to chemicals Highly resistant to aging (long service life) Clear vision The helmet and mount are not included.
heat shield for heat protection helmet
500x250 mm made of zinced wire mesh Features: Made of galvanized wire mesh Durable and robust Increased rigidity due to a rolled edge Good reflective properties of radiant heat Blackened interior for good visibility Professional quality Difference between wire mesh and polycarbonate screen: The protective screen offers a clearer view compared to the screen, but can scratch during storage and handling. Minor scratches generally do not impair its function, but only impair its appearance. The protective screen is significantly more robust and offers better protection against radiant heat, but offers slightly less visibility than a clear screen. In short: If you want better protection against radiant heat, then choose a wire mesh screen. If you want a clear view, then choose a screen. So it's up to you what you prefer to work with.
Heat protection helmet with wire veil
made of glass fibre polyester, with Aluminium visor carrier with cover plate and heat shield made of zinced wire cloth 500x250mm High quality - Made in GERMANY with special properties: heat shield made of zinced wire cloth shields the face from radiant heatto avoid light reflection, the inside of the visor is blackend Dimensionally stable at high temperatures High penetration resistance and impact strength High lateral rigidity Insensitive to chemicals High ageing stability (long service life) High wearing comfort and secure fit through ergonomically formed, height-adjustable suspension Features: Made of galvanized wire mesh Durable and robust Increased rigidity due to a rolled edge Good reflective properties of radiant heat Blackened interior for good visibility Professional quality Difference between wire mesh and polycarbonate screen: The protective screen offers a clearer view compared to the screen, but can scratch during storage and handling. Minor scratches generally do not impair its function, but only impair its appearance. The protective screen is significantly more robust and offers better protection against radiant heat, but offers slightly less visibility than a clear screen. In short: If you want better protection against radiant heat, then choose a wire mesh screen. If you want a clear view, then choose a screen. So it's up to you what you prefer to work with.
Questions & Answers – FAQ
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Do I strictly need a safety helmet when forging?
In classic open-die forging, a helmet is usually not required. However, when casting metal and handling liquid melt, it is an essential piece of protective gear. A foundry helmet reliably protects your head from extreme radiant heat and dangerous molten metal splashes. Combined with a wire mesh face shield or a gold-coated protective visor, you maintain a clear and safe view even at the highest temperatures.
Wire mesh face shield or transparent polycarbonate visor – which is better for casting?
That depends on the intended application:
• Wire mesh face shield: Offers excellent ventilation, does not fog up, and reliably holds back larger metal and slag splashes. Ideal for extreme heat development at the melting furnace.
• Polycarbonate / Gold-coated visor: Provides additional protection against fine dust, hot gases, and intense infrared radiation (radiant heat). For maximum safety, a wire visor is often combined with heat protection goggles during casting.
Do the safety helmets offer reliable heat protection at high temperatures?
Yes, providing protection under extreme working conditions is our top priority:
• High-temperature resistant materials: Our heat protection and foundry helmets are made of specialized plastics (such as thermoplastic HDPE or fiberglass-reinforced polyester). They withstand intense radiant heat without deforming.
• Protection against liquid metal: The helmets are specifically engineered to reliably repel melt and hot metal splashes, keeping your face and scalp optimally protected during the casting process.
Are the safety helmets manufactured in Germany?
Yes, we rely on quality and precision from domestic production:
• Made in Germany: The helmets are manufactured in Germany under strict quality control standards. This ensures exceptionally durable material craftsmanship and a reliable fit.
• Certified standards: Local manufacturing guarantees full compliance with European safety standards (such as EN 397 for industrial safety helmets) alongside short and sustainable supply chains.
Which standards must industrial safety helmets and bump caps fulfill?
Pay attention to the correct certification for your area of application when making your selection:
• EN 397: Standard for industrial safety helmets (protection against falling objects and brain injury).
• EN 812: Standard for industrial bump caps (protection when colliding with hard stationary objects).
Our Angele cap does not meet these standards!
Does the Angele baseball cap offer protection?
No, this is not a bump cap or a certified construction/industrial helmet according to EN 397.
The Angele Cap is simply a stylish answer to any bad hair day.
Whether thinning hair, a wild workshop haircut, or avoiding sweatbands—everything stays neatly covered under the cap.
And when the sun comes out after work, it conveniently provides built-in sunburn protection.
Why do I sometimes see people wearing caps backwards in a forge?
It's not a fashion statement from the '90s! In the workshop, people like to turn the visor to the back so it doesn't collide with face shields, welding helmets, or ear defender bands.
Additionally, turning the visor backwards keeps flying sparks off your sensitive neck when bending over or looking into the forge fire.
Looks sporty—but actually serves pure self-protection!
OK, this answer is simply AI-generated.