Viking Fire Suits - development

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2 Viking Fire Suits - development Protect against heat and flames, heatstress and potential carcinogens without interferring with each other 2014 development of Viking Guardian suit with RSG development of the Viking Nanoflex hood 2015 development of the Viking MACS. Guardian suit in NFPA version for the american market 2016 FAST test of Vikings basic suit 2017 development PartX suit prototype 2018 launch of PartX suit EN469 and NFPA

FAST test of Viking firesuit FAST (Fluorescent Aerosol Screening Test) carried out by

indentified focus areas to be neck area, lower part of the arms and lower part of the

The light areas illustrate the deposits of particles.

3 FAST test of Viking firesuit FAST (Fluorescent Aerosol Screening Test) carried out by Viking November 2016 at RTI International in North Carolina, USA Andrew Dart We indentified focus areas to be neck area, lower part of the arms and lower part of the legs The photos show FAST test of a standard Viking fire suits. The light areas illustrate the deposits of particles. Large amount of deposits around the neck area as well as lower part of legs. Scattered deposits on the lower part of arms. No significant deposits on the torso.

FAST test af Viking PARTX hæ tte Picture 1.

observed around) ASTM2299 test shows that NanoFlex

4 FAST test af Viking PARTX hæ tte Picture 1. FAST test of Viking knitted hood (Moderate deposits around neck and jaw line) Picture 2. FAST test of PARTX hood with NanoFlex (less deposits observed around) ASTM2299 test shows that NanoFlex combination recuces the penetration of particles with approx. 25% from 72 % to 99 % effectivity

AST test of the Viking PARTX suit AST is a quantative evaluation of the level of protection which the test suit perform when it comes to the penetration of aerosols (sod) Testperson is wearing a fire

6 AST test of the Viking PARTX suit AST is a quantative evaluation of the level of protection which the test suit perform when it comes to the penetration of aerosols (sod) Testperson is wearing a fire suit in wind tunnel filled with fluorescent test aerosols. The person is performing every day routines as walking, climbing, squatiing etc. Aerosol deposits to be measured on 50 predefined areas of the skin. The quantative measurement can be visualized by black/white photos. Aerosol deposits on the skin are the light areas.

7 AST test af Viking PARTX suit Foto 1. Prior to test PARTX suit Foto 2. Prior to test ordinary Viking suit

8 AST test ordinary Viking suit Comparison before and after test ordinary Viking suit Pictures show aerosol deposits light areas Test person is only wearing under pants

9 AST test af Viking PARTX Comparison before and after test Viking PARTX suit. Pictures show aerosol deposits light areas Test person is only wearing under pants

10 AST test of the Viking PARTX suit

Introduction PARTX technology - jacket Detachable liner Viking FAST studies show that the major part of possible dangerous particles will stick

Liner and outer can be washed separately in order to prevent cross contamination and only the outer needs impregnation.

12 Introduction PARTX technology - jacket Detachable liner Viking FAST studies show that the major part of possible dangerous particles will stick to the outer layer. This layer might require more frequent washing. Liner and outer can be washed separately in order to prevent cross contamination and only the outer needs impregnation. Smart zip off system in front and hook/loop in the neck area Collar Viking FAST test studies show that a great part of the particles will gather at the neck area. The narrowing system together with the PARTX hood provides even better protection.

writs (cuffs). The filter technology closes the gap.

13 Introdution PARTX technology - jacket Particle filter technology on the wrists Viking FAST test studies show that particles enter at the writs (cuffs). The filter technology closes the gap. DuPont TM Nomex NanoFlex at cuff The jacket has been clearly marked with the PARTX logo

Introduction PARTX technology - trousers Detachable liner Viking FAST studies show that the major part of possible dangerous particles will stick to

14 Introduction PARTX technology - trousers Detachable liner Viking FAST studies show that the major part of possible dangerous particles will stick to the outer layer. This layer might require more frequent washing. Liner and outer can be washed separately in order to prevent cross contamination and only the outer needs impregnation. Simple zip off system in the waist line and hook/loop at lower part of the legs Particle filter on the lower part of the legs Viking FAST studies shows that particles enter at lower part of the legs above the boot line. Our membrane technology reduces the penetration.

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Supporting Material for TIA 1105 (2112)

Supporting Material for TIA 1105 (2112) This study was carried out by a task group under the direction of the technical committee to investigate and the safety of various cold weather insulation materials