Portwest BIZ2 Blue Bizweld Jacket
Thermal hazards such as flames, heat, electrical arcs and molten metal all need to be taken into account when selecting clothes for welding. The Portwest BIZ2 Blue Bizweld Jacket offers ample protection against all of these dangers, while remaining highly functional with several storage pockets and a handy radio loop.
What Can the Blue Bizweld Jacket Do for Me?
The jacket has several helpful features:
- Flame Resistant: Protection from radiant, convective and contact heat
- Welding Protection: Class 1 welding protection against molten metal
- Arc Flash Protection: ARC2 arc flash protection against the thermal hazards of an electrical arc
- Functional: Several secure pockets, including concealed mobile phone pocket, and radio loop for easy clipping of a radio
The 100% cotton Bizweld fabric features a flame resistant finish, and is ideal for welding or any other tasks which involve thermal hazards.
Is the Jacket Available in Any Other Colours?
Yes, the jacket is also available in the following colours:
Who Can Use the Portwest Bizweld Jacket?
The jacket is intended for use while welding, and will protect you from the flame, heat and molten metal associated with welding tasks. The jacket will also serve to shield you from burns in the event of an electrical arc. Some of the careers and environments the jacket is suited for follow here:
- Assembly
- Fabrication
- Engineers
- Manufacturing
- Repair and maintenance
- Ship building
- Pipe line installation
Which Size Is Right for Me?
To find the appropriate size for you please measure the circumference of your chest as illustrated in the diagram below. Then, with reference to the table, please select your size from the drop down menu at the top of the page.
| Size | Chest Measurement (cm) |
| Small | 92 - 96cm |
| Medium | 97 - 104cm |
| Large | 103 - 112cm |
| Extra Large | 113 - 124cm |
| XX-Large | 125 - 132cm |
| XXX-Large | 133 - 140cm |
What Certifications Has the BIZ2 Jacket Received?
The Portwest jacket has undergone extensive testing, so you can be certain of your safety at work.
- EN 11612:
- A1: Limited flame spread
- A2: Limited flame spread, hemmed
- B1: Convective heat (scale 1 - 3)
- C1: Radiant heat (scale 1 - 4)
- E2: Molten iron splash (scale 1 - 3)
- F1: Contact heat (scale 1 - 3)
- EN ISO 11611
- ASTM F1959/ F1959M - 12 ATPV = 11.2 cal/ cm² (HAF=80.4%)
What Do These Certifications Mean?
- EN 11612: This standard determines whether a garment offers protection against heat and flames, and whether this protection extends to convective, radiant or contact heat
- EN 11611: This standard shows whether an item of clothing is suitable for welding or similar tasks and will protect the wearer from heat and metal splashes
- ASTM F1959: This standard determines the arc rating of a garment, which is the amount of energy needed to pass through the fabric to cause a second or third degree burn
The jacket has achieved an arc flash protection rating of ARC2, and will attenuate 80.4% of the heat resulting from an electrical arc. The jacket will shield the wearer from radiant, convective and contact heat, and is also certified as providing class 1 protection against molten metal and other welding hazards.
Is Further Information Available on These Certifications?
If you would like to find out more about the standards mentioned here please read one of our blogs on the subject:
What Are the Key Features of the Bizweld Jacket?
- Chest pockets and concealed phone pocket for secure, reliable storage
- Stud adjustable cuffs for a secure fit
- Radio loop for ease in clipping on a radio
- Fabric blocks 98% of UV rays
- OEKO-Tex certified as free from harmful chemicals
How Should I Care for the Portwest Jacket?
- Wash at temperatures of 40°C or below
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Iron at medium temperatures
- Do not dry clean
What Are the Technical Details of the Jacket?
- Shell Fabric: 100% cotton, FR Finish 330g
What Documentation Is Available?
| Conformity Statement | Instructions for Use - 1 | Instructions for Use - 2 |
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