Epicore Biosystems and DuPont Forge Innovation Alliance to Redefine Worker Safety with Smart Wearables
Cambridge, Mass. and Wilmington, Del. — May 20, 2025 — In a bid to tackle escalating workplace health risks, digital health innovator Epicore Biosystems and industrial giant DuPont Personal Protection (NYSE: DD) announced a strategic collaboration to integrate advanced biometric wearables with personal protective equipment (PPE). The partnership aims to leverage Epicore’s sweat-sensing technology and DuPont’s protective apparel expertise to combat heat-related hazards in industrial settings.
Heat Hazards Meet High-Tech Solutions
As global temperatures rise, industries face mounting challenges in safeguarding workers from heat stress—a problem intensified by climate change and rigorous physical labor. Regulatory scrutiny is also growing: A 2024 OSHA proposal emphasized stricter heat injury prevention measures, spotlighting the need for real-time physiological monitoring.
Epicore’s Connected Hydration platform, a first-of-its-kind wearable, uses sweat analytics to track hydration and vital metrics, delivering instant feedback to users. Paired with DuPont’s protective garments, the alliance could unlock actionable insights to preempt health risks, optimize worker performance, and reshape safety protocols.
“This partnership is about merging cutting-edge biometrics with trusted protection,” said Matt Marrapode, VP of Strategy at Epicore. “By embedding hydration intelligence into PPE, we’re empowering workers to stay ahead of dehydration and heat exposure.”
Tech Meets Tradition: A Global Footprint
Already deployed across North America, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East in sectors ranging from sports to heavy industry, Epicore’s technology has proven its versatility. DuPont, a stalwart in PPE innovation, brings decades of material science expertise to the table. Together, the companies aim to pioneer “smart” safety gear that adapts to individual physiological needs.
“Worker well-being is non-negotiable,” added Liz Briggs, Global Marketing Manager at DuPont. “This collaboration allows us to explore how biometric data can elevate the protective solutions we’re known for.”
The Road Ahead
The partnership underscores a broader shift toward data-driven workplace safety. By blending wearables with PPE, Epicore and DuPont envision a future where protective gear does more than shield workers—it actively enhances their health and productivity. Analysts suggest such integrations could set new industry benchmarks, particularly in construction, manufacturing, and emergency response sectors.
For more on Epicore Biosystems, visit www.epicorebiosystems.com. Learn about DuPont’s safety solutions at dupont.com/personal-protection.
About Epicore Biosystems
Spun out of Northwestern University’s cutting-edge bioelectronics labs, Epicore specializes in noninvasive sweat-sensing wearables. Its FDA-cleared solutions are used by Fortune 500 firms, defense agencies, and healthcare institutions worldwide.
About DuPont
A global materials science leader, DuPont (NYSE: DD) develops solutions for industries including electronics, healthcare, and worker safety. Its portfolio includes flagship PPE brands like Tyvek® and Nomex®.
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