The startup develops sound protection devices that integrate with ear defenders, utilizing noise cancellation and speech-enhancing algorithms to facilitate clear communication in noisy environments. Their technology generates automated noise maps to monitor sound levels, helping employers prevent noise-induced injuries and protect workers' hearing.
Funding
$11.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Workers in industries like construction and manufacturing are exposed to harmful noise levels, leading to noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) and other health problems. Traditional hearing protection often impairs situational awareness and communication, increasing the risk of accidents and reducing productivity. Employers struggle to effectively monitor and manage noise exposure to comply with safety regulations and prevent occupational deafness claims.
Solution
Eave provides a comprehensive noise management solution that combines intelligent hearing protection with real-time noise monitoring and data analytics. The FocusLite ear defender headsets continuously measure internal and external noise levels, transmitting data wirelessly to the Peak platform. This allows employers to visualize noise levels, track individual worker exposure, and identify high-risk areas. The headsets also feature level-dependent hearing protection and HearThrough™ technology, maintaining situational awareness and enabling clear communication in noisy environments.
Target Audience
Eave's primary customers are employers in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and other sectors with high noise levels, who are seeking to protect their workers' hearing, improve site safety, and comply with noise regulations.
Features
- FocusLite ear defender headsets with integrated in-ear cup microphones for continuous noise level measurement
- Wireless data transmission to the Peak noise management platform for analysis and reporting
- Real-time noise exposure monitoring and alerts for workers exceeding safe dosage levels
- HearThrough™ technology that enhances speech frequencies and maintains situational awareness
- LimitMax™ technology that hard limits sound played back to the ear to 83dB
- Automated noise mapping to identify high-risk areas and optimize noise control measures
- Integration with Eave HealthWatch™ for real-time proximity-based alerting in high noise and dust zones
- Option for fit testing and fit checking to ensure adequate real-world performance of hearing protection devices