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CE Certified
This product conforms with essential health and safety requirements as set out in European Directives.
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EN342 is the European standard that applies to garments worn in cold environments. This standard specifies requirements and test methods for the performance of clothing ensembles (i.e two-piece suits/coveralls) for protection against the effects of cold environments equal to or below -5°C.
There are three main parameters:
(Example to the left refers to the Portwest Hi-Vis Bomber Jacket (S463) test results)
The manikin test measures the amount of energy required to maintain warmth. This result is expressed in square metres Kelvin per Watt (m2K/W) this result can be used to estimate the maximum wear time based on the activity level of the wearer, the temperature of the environment and insulation value of the garment.
For example (see chart to the left):
A person wearing the Portwest Hi-Vis Bomber Jacket (S463) performing light activity can withstand -2°C for 8hrs and -18°C for 1hr. A person performing Medium activity can withstand -18°C for 8hrs and -36°C for 1hr.
This product conforms with essential health and safety requirements as set out in European Directives.
This symbol indicates UKCA marking in progress at time of print. All products placed on the UK market from January 2023 must be UKCA marked.
40+ UPF rated fabric to block 98% of UV rays.
A mobile phone pocket is included in this garment.
This garment features 8 pockets.
The zip can be opened from the top or bottom of the garment.
This features a half elastic waistband which allows for all-day comfort for the wearer.
This garment has a radio loop for easy attachment of a radio.
This garment is lined for added warmth and comfort.
This garment is padded to trap the heat and increase warmth.
Portwest has been independently rated by Ecovadis for its environmental, social, and ethical performance and achieved a gold rating, meaning they are in the top 5% of globally rated companies.
The pillars taken into consideration include the environment, labour practices and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.
Combining top performing Kingsmill fabric, with a polyester wadding liner, this rugged garment protects against the coldest of conditions.
Constructed from 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton, Kingsmill™ Polycotton fabric guarantees high performance and maximum comfort. The material is fully pre-shrunk, has superior dye retention and all the features you would expect from a modern fabric.
Combining top performing Kingsmill fabric, with a polyester wadding liner, this rugged garment protects against the coldest of conditions.
Constructed from 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton, Kingsmill™ Polycotton fabric guarantees high performance and maximum comfort. The material is fully pre-shrunk, has superior dye retention and all the features you would expect from a modern fabric.
Combining top performing Kingsmill fabric, with a polyester wadding liner, this rugged garment protects against the coldest of conditions.
Constructed from 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton, Kingsmill™ Polycotton fabric guarantees high performance and maximum comfort. The material is fully pre-shrunk, has superior dye retention and all the features you would expect from a modern fabric.
Combining top performing Kingsmill fabric, with a polyester wadding liner, this rugged garment protects against the coldest of conditions.
Constructed from 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton, Kingsmill™ Polycotton fabric guarantees high performance and maximum comfort. The material is fully pre-shrunk, has superior dye retention and all the features you would expect from a modern fabric.
Combining top performing Kingsmill fabric, with a polyester wadding liner, this rugged garment protects against the coldest of conditions.
Constructed from 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton, Kingsmill™ Polycotton fabric guarantees high performance and maximum comfort. The material is fully pre-shrunk, has superior dye retention and all the features you would expect from a modern fabric.
Combining top performing Kingsmill fabric, with a polyester wadding liner, this rugged garment protects against the coldest of conditions.
Constructed from 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton, Kingsmill™ Polycotton fabric guarantees high performance and maximum comfort. The material is fully pre-shrunk, has superior dye retention and all the features you would expect from a modern fabric.
Combining top performing Kingsmill fabric, with a polyester wadding liner, this rugged garment protects against the coldest of conditions.
Constructed from 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton, Kingsmill™ Polycotton fabric guarantees high performance and maximum comfort. The material is fully pre-shrunk, has superior dye retention and all the features you would expect from a modern fabric.
Specifications are subject to change - See Terms & Conditions for more info
Wash at a Maximum Temperature of 60°C using a normal wash cycle
This item can be tumble dried on a low temperature setting
This item must be left to drip line dry
This item can be ironed on a medium temperature setting of up to 150°C
