The Portwest multi-norm coverall, model FR80, is a high-quality flame-resistant coverall specially designed for professionals in the petrochemical industry. This robust coverall offers complete and certified protection against various workplace hazards, such as heat, flames, and chemical splashes. Thanks to its advanced fabric composition, this garment is extremely well-suited for high-risk work environments where safety and reliability are of vital importance.
Which specific work environments is this Portwest multi-norm coverall suitable for?
This multi-norm coverall is ideally suited for use in the petrochemical sector and ATEX environments where there is a risk of explosion. The clothing complies with the strict EN 1149-5 standard for antistatic properties, ensuring that static electricity is safely dissipated to prevent sparks.
In addition, the coverall offers certified protection against molten metal splashes according to EN ISO 11611 class 1, which protects the wearer during light welding work and related processes in industrial environments.
What do the EN 61482-2 ratings on this Portwest multi-norm coverall mean?
The EN 61482-2 ratings on this multi-norm coverall indicate that the garment provides protection against the thermal hazards of an electric arc. This model has been tested according to both the open-arc method and the box test.
The coverall achieves an APC 1 classification under EN 61482-1-2 and an ELIM value of 13 CAL/CM² under EN 61482-1-1. This means the wearer is effectively protected against burns caused by the intense heat of an unexpected electrical discharge.
The coverall features a comfortable action back for extra freedom of movement, nine handy storage pockets including a rule pocket, and practical knee pad pockets that are adjustable in two positions.
Features:
- Protection against radiant, convective, and contact heat
- Certified protection against molten metal splashes
- Side access openings
- Rule pocket
- Concealed stud front for easy access
- Action back for extra freedom of movement
- Hook and loop adjustable cuffs for a secure fit
- Patch pocket on back
- Triple-stitched seams for extra durability
- Knee pad pockets allowing two positioning options
- Radio loops for easy clipping of a radio
- UPF 40+ rated fabric to block 98% of UV rays
- 9 storage pockets
- Suitable for use in an ATEX environment
- CE-CAT III
- CE certified
- UKCA marked
Standards: EN ISO 11612 (A1+A2 B1, C1, E3, F1), EN ISO 11611 Class 1 (A1+A2), EN 1149 -5, EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-1 (ELIM 13 CAL/CM², ATPV 14 CAL/CM² ), EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-2 APC 1, EN 13034 Type 6, ASTM F1959/F1959M-12 (ATPV=13.6 Cal/CM2 (HAF=82%))
