Description
The Chill-Its 6215 Premium Phase Change Cooling Vest with Packs keeps workers cooler, safer and more productive, maintaining a 64° F (18° C) temperature for up to 4 hours when activated. The vest is made of a modacrylic cotton blend FR fabric which meets ASTMF1506 requirements as well as being classified as NFPA (CAT1). The adjustable hook and loop closures at the shoulders and waist provide a customised and comfortable fit, while two pen slots on the right side of the vest keeps your writing utensils handy. Available in hi-vis orange with reflective taping.
The cooling vest comes in two sizes ranging from S/M (81cm – 102cm) to L/XL (102cm – 132cm). To find your size, wrap a tape measure around the widest part of your chest, under your arms, and ultimately around your torso. See the size chart for more information.
There are many ways to activate your cooling vest. Place the two removable packs in a cooler of ice water for 10 minutes; freezer for 15 minutes; refrigerator for 25 minutes; or near an air conditioner for 1 to 2 hours. Then place the recharged cooling packs in the vest pockets for hours of cooling. Works with the Chill-Its 6220 Phase Change Cooling Vest Charge Packs.
The cooling pack should be washed by hand with mild detergent and warm water. Dry with a paper towel or cloth. DO NOT machine wash or machine dry. The fabric vest carrier is machine washable with mild soap; hang dry.
This body cooling vest is perfect for anyone needing instant cooling relief while working or playing outside or indoors in warm temperatures where heat-related illnesses like heat cramps, heat strokes, heat exhaustion, etc. are possible. Ideal for workers in pulp/paper, iron/steel, vulcanizing, foundries, etc. or for people running, biking, doing yard work, riding motorcycles and more! Also, ideal for those needing cooling relief but aren’t able to use an evaporative cooling option.
FEATURES
- IMMEDIATE & LONG-LASTING COOLING RELIEF – Packs maintain constant 64°F (18°C) for up to 4 hours
- QUICK RECHARGE – Packs recharge in as little as 10 minutes
- HONEYCOMB DESIGN – Patented honeycomb ice pack design eliminates stiffness
- FLAME RESISTANT – Vest made with modacrylic cotton blend FR fabric
- FLEXIBLE FIT – Adjustable hook and loop closures on both shoulders and waist
- MORE COOLING POWER – Extended vest surface area enhances cooling power
- REFLECTIVE ACCENTS – Designed for more visibility on busy streets or job sites
- CONVENIENT STORAGE – Two elastic pen loops on the chest
- AVAILABLE IN 2 SIZES: S/M and L/XL
- WEIGHT WITH PACKS: S/M – 2.7kg, L/XL – 4kg
- TESTED & APPROVED – Fabric meets ASTM F1506 performance requirements (ATPV rating of 7.1 cal/cm2); Classified to NFPA 70E (CAT1)
- COMPATIBLE – With Chill-Its 6220 Phase Change Cooling Vest Charge Packs
APPLICATIONS
- Pulp/Paper
- Iron/Steel Fabrication
- Hazmat
- Fire/Rescue/EMT
- Vulcanizing
- Construction
- Utilities
- Refineries
- Foundries
As temperatures soar in unpredictable climates, working outside can cause overexposure to the sun, leading to heat stress and dehydration. Workers across Australia and New Zealand are asking themselves what to wear when working outside in the heat.
According to Safework Australia, working in extreme heat can lead to a range of heat-related illnesses, including heat rash, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. It’s essential to know the signs of heat stress and take measures to prevent it.
Find out more about Cooling PPE > What To Wear When Working Outside in The Heat
