The Respirex Powered Respirator Protective Suit (PRPS) is a one piece gas tight chemical protective suit for use by emergency response personnel after a CBRN incident
• Manufactured from DuPont™ Tychem® TK, a high performance, lightweight, multi-layer chemical barrier material
• Respiratory system comprising a battery powered 3M Jupiter air filter unit fitted with a visual display unit mounted inside the suit at the base of the visor, and audible alarm
• Battery pack provides 1 hour operational use, plus 15 minutes for decontamination
• Twin JRF-85 gas & particle filters to provide protection against chemical and biological warfare agents
• Semi-rigid laminated visor
• Heavy duty gas tight zip fitted across the chest enclosed by double external storm flaps with hook and loop fastener
• Dual glove system comprising Neoprene outer gloves bonded to inner Silver Shield laminate gloves
• Gas tight locking cuff mechanism
• Highly chemically resistant Hazmax™ safety boots permanently attached to suit
• Supplied with lightweight disposable Hazbag to quarantine the suit after use
• Available in a range of sizes
Features
• Powered respirator and loose-fitting hood provide cooling air over the head and through the suit, making the wearer more comfortable and better able to focus on tasks
• The loose-fitting hood design provides high protection without the need for a tight-fitting face piece, which means:
• Many wearers feel less constricted
• Can be used by wearers with facial hair
• Training needs are reduced
• Face-fit testing is not required
• The clear wide-view visor provides reassurance to casualties and victims by allowing easier, friendly ‘whole-face’ communication