Description
Designed to be 30%-60% lighter weight than other cooling vests on the market, the Chill-Its 6260 Lightweight Phase Change Cooling Vest with Ice Packs (4-Pack) keeps workers cooler, safer and more productive. Its 100% biodegradable phase change cooling material maintains an 18° C temperature for up to two hours when activated.
Constructed with a polyester cotton-blend fabric, the vest’s adjustable hook and loop closures around the waist provide a customized fit for different body types. The heavy-duty front zipper makes for easy on/off, while the two front zippered pockets can be used to store cell phones and other small accessories.
The cooling vest comes in three sizes ranging from S/M , L/XL to 2XL/3XL. To find your size, wrap a tape measure around the widest part of your chest, under your arms, and completely around your torso. See the size chart in the specification sheet for more information.
There are many ways to activate your cooling vest. Simply place the four removable packs in a cooler of ice water for 5 minutes; freezer for 8 minutes; refrigerator for 12 minutes; or near an air conditioner for 1 hour. Then place the recharged cooling packs in the vest pockets for hours of cooling.
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 is machine washable with mild soap; hang dry.
This body cooling vest is perfect for anyone in need of 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 a constant 15° C for up to 2 hours
- QUICK RECHARGE – Cooling packs reactive in as little as 5 minutes
- LIGHTWEIGHT – 30%-60% lighter weight than other cooling vests
- ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY – 100% biodegradable phase change cooling material
- GRID DESIGN – Grid ice pack design eliminates stiffness
- FLEXIBLE FIT – Adjustable hook and loop closures on waist
- EXTRA STORAGE – Two zippered front pockets
- COMFORTABLE – Polyester cotton blend construction
- AVAILABLE IN 3 SIZES – S/M | L/XL | 2XL/3XL
- WEIGHT WITH PACKS – 1.8kg
- COMPATIBLE – With Chill-Its 6250 Phase Change Cooling Vest 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