MEQUON, Wis.—Astec Mining has partnered with Wiley X Eyewear to promote safety in the mining industry. Through the partnership, Astec Mining intends to promote the importance of OSHA-grade eyewear protection in the mining industry. This will involve outfitting Astec Mining staff with Wiley X sunwear at company events and providing giveaways for guests visiting Astec Mining trade show booths. Astec Mining is also seeking to involve other mining industry organizations to promote safety.

A manufacturer of protective eyewear for U.S. military Special Forces and law enforcement, Wiley X produces High Velocity Protection technology designed to protect workers performing a wide variety of jobs. Providing all wearers with OSHA-grade protection, Wiley X eyewear meets the ANSI Z87.1-2003 High Velocity and High Mass Impact Safety standards.