CLEVELAND—In food processing, approximately 15% of reported injuries involve the eyes. It’s understandable, given the amount of eye hazards encountered in a typical food processing environment. Roughly 70% of eye injuries are caused by flying debris, and there’s plenty of that from particles kicked up by trimming, cutting, and grinding – things like bone, shells, packaging fragments, and spices. Then consider the other threats from cleaning chemicals, pressurized sprays during washdown, and steam and hot liquids derived from cooking and sealing.

With the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) Annual Meeting happening July 26–29, 2026, in New Orleans, it’s an ideal time to consider two kinds of eye protection offered by Brass Knuckle®’s Vader Goggle.

Vader BKGOG-2030N is unvented for integral splash protection, plus D4 rated for large dust protection for airborne powders like flour, sugar, spices, and other dry ingredients from mixing or grinding. Vader BKGOG-2010N is vented and D3 rated for droplet and splash protection in wet environments from chemical splashes or hot liquids or oils.

Both come with Brass Knuckle’s BK-Anti-FOG protection to keep lenses and vision clear in steamy environments, durable anti-scratch treatment, and a compact design that fits over most eyeglasses. The comfortable strap keeps protection in place.

No matter the level of protection chosen, Vader Goggle is as efficient and hardworking as its wearers. All-day, compliance-promoting comfort is assured because the only material that touches the face is an ultra-soft conditioned rubber that forms the splash shield. Its popular military styling looks great, too.