The Portwest flame-resistant balaclava is an essential part of your personal protective equipment when working in environments with thermal risks. This comfortable balaclava is specifically designed for professionals who may be exposed to heat, flames, and static electricity. Thanks to high-quality materials, this model offers reliable protection for the head and neck, while the soft fabric ensures you can remain comfortable and focused throughout the entire workday.
For which specific tasks and sectors is this Portwest flame-resistant balaclava suitable?
This flame-resistant balaclava is extremely suitable for work in the petrochemical industry, the energy sector, and for installation work in ATEX zones where there is a risk of explosion.
The balaclava offers certified protection in environments where employees are at risk of contact with open flames, radiant heat, or convective heat. Thanks to its antistatic properties in accordance with the EN 1149-5 standard, the balaclava prevents electrostatic charging, which is crucial to prevent sparking and subsequent explosions in sensitive work environments.
What do the EN ISO 11612 standards mean for this flame-resistant balaclava?
The EN ISO 11612 standard on this flame-resistant balaclava indicates that the garment protects against heat and flames, with classes A1, B1, C1, and F1 determining the performance levels.
Class A1 stands for limited flame spread during surface ignition. Classes B1, C1, and F1 indicate that the balaclava offers basic protection against convective heat, radiant heat, and contact heat, respectively. The inherent flame-resistant properties are incorporated into the fiber itself, meaning this protection is never lost during washing.
The high cotton content in the Modaflame Knit fabric provides a super-soft feel against the skin and an excellent, comfortable fit with high elasticity.
Features:
- Inherent flame-resistant properties will not diminish with washing
- Protection against radiant, convective, and contact heat
- High cotton content for superior comfort
- Antistatic
- Designed with a comfortable fit
- Super-soft for superior wearer comfort and highly stretchable to reduce hand fatigue
- CE certified
- UKCA marked
- Suitable for use in an ATEX environment
Material and care:
- Shell Fabric: 60% Modacrylic, 39% Cotton, 1% Carbon Fiber (300g)
Washing instructions: Max wash temp 40°C, mild process. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Line dry. Iron at max 110°C. Do not dry clean.
Standards: EN ISO 11612 (A1, B1, C1, F1), EN 1149 -5, ASTM F1959/F1959M-12 (ATPV=16 Cal/CM2 (HAF=86%))
