Blackline Safety, has announced G8, the next evolution of worksite safety and the most connected wearable the company has ever built.
Designed from the ground up as a true platform, G8 combines advanced gas detection, lone worker protection, and radio-quality communication in one rugged device that connects workers to each other, to their safety teams, and to the broader digital worksite, with real-time data streamed to the cloud to keep safety and operations 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.”
G8 builds on the proven foundation of Blackline’s G7 line, while introducing breakthrough capabilities that set a new standard for connected safety and productivity.
A Connected Gas Detector That Does More
At its core, G8 is a fully featured, connected gas detector with a rugged, IP-67 rating that’s built to meet the most demanding industrial environments.
G8 consolidates several critical tools into one intrinsically safe device, reducing the need for workers to carry and manage multiple devices. With real-time cloud connectivity, teams gain access to field data that enables faster response and smoother operations.
Safety And Situational Awareness
- Advanced Gas Detection – Swappable cartridges covering 20+ gases.
- Lone Worker Protection – Monitoring falls, no motion, health events, physical assaults, getting trapped or stranded, and more.
- Dual-Band GNSS/GPS (L1/L5) – Faster time-to-first-fix and location accuracy within one meter, delivering more reliable positioning in challenging environments where GPS alone often struggles.
- ZoneAware™ Geofencing In Blackline Live – Define site zones, see who’s where, spot bottlenecks, and speed up muster drills.
Communication In Three Ways
- Push-To-Talk – Loud, clear worldwide radio functionality so crews can talk across sites, regions, or even countries.
- Emergency Voice Calling – Connecting workers directly with a live monitoring agent when an alert is triggered—because nothing replaces a real person in a critical situation.
- Text Messaging – Send pre-set or custom messages and receive mass notifications in the event of evacuations, severe weather, and more.
Additional audio capabilities include:
- Internal full-range speaker delivering up to 1W of audio power, producing loud, clear alerts and voice communication with low distortion even in noisy industrial environments.
- Optional RSM with up to 1.5W output to extend sound capability even further.
Visibility And Usability
- 64-Color Backlit Display – Approximately double the size of Blackline’s G7 display.
- Reflective Active-Matrix TFT LCD With Nearly 77,000 Pixels – Improved visibility of alerts and device status at-a-glance, without draining battery life.
- NFC TagAssign™ – Instant device assignment with a single tap for faster shift starts.
- 35-Lumen Flashlight – Reliable visibility in low-light or confined spaces.
Real-Time Data That Drives Safer, More Productive Work
Every G8 streams live data to Blackline’s data and analytics platform, Blackline Live, via the cloud. This provides safety leaders with real-time visibility into worker status, gas readings, and site conditions, while enabling operations teams to gain actionable insights that help prevent incidents, reduce delays, and keep projects moving.
A Platform Built For Today And What Comes Next
Unlike traditional gas detectors, G8 functions as a connected platform designed to integrate with the digital worksite. It is future-ready to connect with other digital platforms organizations use today, including human resource management systems, field service management tools, and hot-permitting applications, helping eliminate manual workflows and remove operational barriers.
Automatic firmware updates allow G8 to evolve with new capabilities, expanded integrations, and emerging technologies such as AI-driven insights.
“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 Safety is taking orders today, with first shipments expected in February 2026. Additional product events include a LinkedIn Live on February 2 and a product webinar on February 25.
Blackline Safety develops connected safety devices and cloud-based analytics that help organizations reduce risk, improve visibility, and enhance operational performance across industrial environments worldwide.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What Is The Blackline G8 Device?
G8 is a connected safety wearable that integrates gas detection, lone worker protection, and real-time communication in a single rugged platform.
2. How Does G8 Improve Industrial Safety?
It provides advanced gas detection, continuous monitoring, geofencing, emergency communication, and real-time cloud data for faster response and improved situational awareness.
3. What Communication Capabilities Does G8 Offer?
G8 supports push-to-talk radio, emergency voice calls to live monitoring agents, and text messaging for mass notifications, evacuations, and operational alerts.
4. How Does G8 Support Data-Driven Worksites?
The platform streams real-time data to Blackline Live, enabling safety leaders and operations teams to monitor conditions, prevent incidents, and optimize productivity.
5. When Will G8 Be Available?
Orders are currently open, with first shipments expected in February 2026.