Description
The Portwest flame-resistant trousers offer the necessary safety for professionals working in high-risk environments where fire safety is critical. These flame-resistant trousers are specially designed to provide reliable protection against the thermal hazards of an electric arc. Thanks to their robust construction and certified material, the trousers are highly suitable for daily use under demanding industrial conditions and electrical installation work.
For which tasks and sectors are these flame-resistant Portwest trousers suitable?
These trousers are designed for high-risk work environments where welders, electricians, and industrial workers are exposed to heat and fire. The trousers offer certified protection against molten metal splashes and are ideal for welding activities in accordance with the EN ISO 11611 standard.
Furthermore, the trousers protect against radiant, convective, and contact heat. This makes the garment indispensable in the petrochemical industry, metalworking, and at utility companies where strict safety requirements apply to daily work equipment.
What do the specific standards of these flame-resistant trousers mean for my safety?
The trousers comply with the EN ISO 11612 standard for protection against heat and flames, where classes A through F indicate the level of resistance against various heat sources. The EN ISO 11611 Class 1 certification guarantees protection during lighter welding techniques and situations with minimal metal splashes.
In addition, the trousers provide ARC2 protection against the thermal hazards of an electric arc according to EN 61482-2, which is crucial when working on electrical installations.
For optimal comfort, the trousers are equipped with an elasticated waistband at the back and seven convenient storage pockets, including a ruler pocket and a concealed phone pocket.
Features:
- Multi-hazard protection
- Protection against radiant, convective, and contact heat
- Rule pocket
- Two patch back pockets
- Available in sizes up to 5XL
- Easy access storage pocket
- Certified protection against molten metal splashes
- 40+ UPF rated fabric to block 98% of UV rays
- Elasticated back waist for a secure fit
- CE certified
- 7 storage pockets
- Concealed phone pocket
- ARC2
- CE-CAT III
Material and care:
- Shell fabric: 100% Cotton (330g)
Washing instructions: Max wash temp 40°C, mild process. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Drip line dry. Iron at max 110°C. Do not dry clean.
Standards: EN ISO 11612 (A1+A2, B1, C1, E2, F1), EN ISO 11611 Class 1 (A1+A2), EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-1 (ELIM 8.3 CAL/CM², ATPV 10.9 CAL/CM²), NFPA® 70E, NFPA® 2112, ASTM F1506, ASTM F1959/F1959M-12 (ATPV 11.2 CAL/CM2 (HAF = 80.4%))