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Blackline launches connected wearable G8

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jan 13, 2026 · 17:18 BLN · 6.95 Blackline Safety Corp
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Executive Summary

  • Blackline Safety Corp. has officially introduced the G8, a new connected safety wearable device designed to consolidate gas detection, lone worker protection, and communication into a single rugged unit.
  • The G8 represents a significant platform evolution from the previous G7 line, featuring advanced dual-band GNSS/GPS, real-time cloud connectivity via Blackline Live, and multiple communication methods including push-to-talk, emergency voice calling, and text messaging.
  • The company is currently accepting orders for the G8, with initial shipments scheduled to begin in February 2026.

Key Details

  • Product Capabilities:
    • Gas Detection: Fully featured connected gas detector with swappable cartridges covering 20-plus gases.
    • Lone Worker Protection: Monitors for falls, no motion, health events, physical assaults, getting trapped, or stranded.
    • Positioning: Dual-band GNSS/GPS (L1/L5) providing faster time to first fix and location accuracy within one meter.
    • Software Integration: Access to ZoneAware geofencing in Blackline Live for site zone definition, worker tracking, and muster drills.
  • Communication Features:
    • Push-to-Talk: Worldwide radio functionality for crew communication across sites and regions.
    • Emergency Voice Calling: Direct connection to live monitoring agents upon alert trigger.
    • Text Messaging: Support for preset/custom messages and mass notifications for evacuations or severe weather.
    • Audio Hardware: Internal full-range speaker (up to 1 watt) and optional remote speaker microphone (up to 1.5 watts) for clear audio in noisy environments.
  • Hardware Specifications:
    • Durability: Rugged, IP-67 rating designed for demanding industrial environments.
    • Display: 64-colour backlit reflective active-matrix TFT LCD with nearly 77,000 pixels, approximately double the size of the G7 display.
    • Connectivity: NFC TagAssign for instant device assignment.
    • Lighting: 35-lumen easy-access flashlight.
  • Platform & Future-Proofing:
    • Functions as a connected platform integrating with HR management, field service, and hot-permitting applications.
    • Receives automatic firmware updates to support emerging technologies, including AI-driven insights.
    • Protected by more than a dozen patents with additional patents pending.
  • Commercial Availability:
    • Orders are being accepted immediately.
    • First shipments are expected in February 2026.
    • Upcoming events include a LinkedIn Live on Feb. 2 and a product webinar on Feb. 25.
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