Portwest BIZ6 Bizweld Coveralls with Hood
The Portwest BIZ6 Bizweld Coveralls with Hood are designed with wearer comfort in mind as well as wearer safety. The hood and the knee pad pockets ensure the jumpsuit is pleasant to wear all day long, and the impressive range of protective certifications against thermal hazards will keep your mind at ease as well as your body.
What Can the Bizweld Coveralls with Hood Do for Me?
The coveralls have several helpful features. These include:
- Thermal Hazard Protection: Shields the wearer against radiant, convective and contact heat as well as the thermal effects of an arc flash
- Welding Protection: Class 1 welding protection against splashes of molten metal
- Comfortable: Warm drawcord hood and drawcord hem for wearer comfort, knee pad pockets for comfortable kneeling over long periods of time
- Functional: Nine pockets for convenient tool storage, concealed stud front for easy access, radio loop for easy clipping of a radio
The flame resistant finish of Bizweld fabric makes it an ideal material for welding protective garments. The coveralls are constructed from one of the most reliable and flame resistant fabrics available.
Who Can Use the Bizweld Coveralls?
The Portwest coveralls are well suited to jobs that require long periods of kneeling, as the knee pad pockets allow you to cushion your knees. The coverall's range of protective certifications qualifies them for industrial multi-hazard settings and the hood makes them appropriate for cooler temperatures. A selection of some of the professions and settings for which the coveralls are designed follow here:
- Plumbers
- Joiners
- Electricians
- Welders
- Technicians
- Ship building
Which Size Is Right for Me?
To find the correct size for you please measure yourself around the waist and chest as illustrated in the images below, then find the corresponding size with reference to the table. Please select this size from the drop down menu at the top of the page.
Size | Chest Measurement (cm) | Waist Measurement (cm) |
Small | 92 - 96cm | 76 - 80cm |
Medium | 97 - 104cm | 81 - 88cm |
Large | 103 - 112cm | 89 - 96cm |
Extra Large | 113 - 124cm | 97 - 104cm |
XX-Large | 125 - 132cm | 105 - 112cm |
XXX-Large | 133 - 140cm | 113 - 120cm |
What Certifications Have the BIZ6 Coveralls Received?
The Portwest coveralls have undergone extensive testing, so you can be certain of your safety at work. Certifications include:
- 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 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
- 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
- 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
The coveralls have received an ARC2 arc flash protection rating, and will attenuate an impressive 80.4% of the heat resulting from an arc flash. The jumpsuit is certified as providing class 1 welding protection from molten metal, and an improved level of protection against molten iron splashes under EN 11612. The coveralls also shield the wearer from radiant, convective and contact heat.
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:
Key Features of the Bizweld Coveralls
- Protection against radiant, convective and contact heat
- Class 1 welding protection against molten metal splashes
- Knee pad pockets for durability and comfort
- Fabric blocks 98% of UV rays
- Nine pockets for functional storage
- Drawcord hood and hem for a secure fit
- Radio loop for easy clipping of a radio
- Concealed stud front for ease of access
- OEKO-Tex certified as free from harmful chemicals
Washing Instructions for the Bizweld Coveralls
- Wash at temperatures of 40°C or below
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Iron at medium temperatures
- Do not dry clean
Technical Details of the Coveralls
- Shell Fabric: 100% cotton, FR finish 330g
Documentation
Conformity Statement | User Instructions - 1 | User Instructions - 2 |
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