Blackline Safety Releases Connected Safety Wearable

Blackline Safety Corp. has unveiled G8, the most connected wearable the business has ever produced and the next step in worksite safety.

G8 was created from the ground up as a true platform, combining radio-quality communication, advanced gas detection, and lone worker protection into a single rugged device that links workers to their safety teams, to each other, and to the larger digital worksite. Real-time data is streamed to the cloud to keep operations and safety leaders informed.

“G8 gives workers access to the tools and information they need to confidently get the job done and get home safe,” said Cody Slater, CEO and Chair, Blackline Safety. “By unifying gas detection, real-time monitoring, and communication in one connected device, we’re delivering more than incremental improvement. We’re giving every worker a direct line to the people, data, systems and support they need to make faster, safer decisions.”

Blackline's G8 line introduces innovative capabilities that raise the bar for connected safety and productivity while building on the solid basis of the G7 series.

Fundamentally, G8 is a robust, IP-67 rated, fully functional, linked gas detector designed to withstand the most demanding industrial settings.

However, G8 takes a step further by combining a number of essential tools into a single, inherently safe gadget, eliminating the need for employees to carry and handle numerous devices. Additionally, real-time cloud connectivity provides teams with the field data they require to respond quickly and maintain seamless operations. G8 provides organizations with:

Safety and situational awareness:

Advanced gas detection with interchangeable cartridges that cover more than 20 gases and lone worker protection that keeps an eye on things like falls, no movements, health events, physical attacks, becoming trapped or stranded, and more.

Dual-band GNSS/GPS (L1/L5) provides more dependable placement in difficult conditions where GPS alone frequently fails, with a faster time-to-first-fix and location precision within one meter. ZoneAware geofencing is included in Blackline Live; it allows you to set site zones, monitor who's where, identify bottlenecks, and expedite muster drills.

Three ways to communicate with enhanced speaker and mic technology:

Push-to-Talk allows crews to communicate across locations, regions, or even nations with loud, clear international radio functionality.

Because nothing can substitute a real person in a critical situation, emergency voice calling connects workers immediately with a live monitoring agent when an alert is generated.

Text messaging allows users to send pre-programmed or customized messages and receive mass notifications in the event of severe weather, evacuations, and other emergencies. An internal full-range speaker with up to 1W of audio power can produce loud, clear alerts and voice communication with low distortion, even in noisy industrial environments. An optional RSM with up to 1.5W output can further enhance sound capabilities.

Visibility and usability:

Its 64-color backlit display is about twice as large as Blackline's G7 display. Its over 77,000-pixel reflective active-matrix TFT LCD allows for better alert and device status visibility at a glance without depleting battery life.

A 35-lumen, easily accessible flashlight provides dependable vision in dimly lit or cramped areas, while NFC TagAssign allows for rapid device assignment with a single tap for quicker shift starts.

Through the cloud, each G8 transmits real-time data to Blackline's data and analytics platform, Blackline Live. In addition to providing operations teams with actionable information to prevent problems, minimize delays, and maintain project progress, this provides safety executives with real-time visibility into worker status, gas readings, and site conditions.

In contrast to conventional gas detectors, G8 operates as a networked platform designed to interface with the rest of the digital worksite. It can be integrated with various digital platforms that businesses now use, such as field service management tools, human resource management systems (HRMS), hot-permitting applications, and more, to assist get rid of manual workflows and obstacles to completing tasks.

Additionally, G8 will continue to develop with new features, increased integrations, and cutting-edge technology like AI-driven insights as it gets automatic firmware updates.

“We’re talking about a platform built to grow with you,” said Phil Benson, VP, Product, Blackline Safety. “As worksites become more connected, automated and data-driven, G8 has the flexibility to meet tomorrow’s needs, not just today’s. It lays the foundation for future capabilities like AI integrations, expanded calling features, and predictive analytics that will continue to raise the bar for connected work for years to come.”

G8 is protected by more than a dozen patents with additional patents pending.

Blackline is taking orders today, with first shipments expected in February 2026. To learn more about G8 and some upcoming events, including a LinkedIn Live on Feb. 2 and a product webinar on Feb. 25, visit BlacklineSafety.com/G8 .

About Blackline Safety

Blackline Safety is a technology leader driving innovation in the industrial workforce through IoT (Internet of Things). With connected safety devices and predictive analytics, Blackline enables companies to drive towards zero safety incidents and improved operational performance. Blackline provides wearable devices, personal and area gas monitoring, cloud-connected software and data analytics to meet demanding safety challenges and enhance overall productivity for organizations with customers in more than 75 countries. Armed with cellular and satellite connectivity, Blackline provides a lifeline to tens of thousands of people, having reported over 300 billion data-points and initiated over eight million emergency alerts. For more information, visit BlacklineSafety.com and connect with us on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn and Instagram.