Standards and labels

• EN 342:2017

  EN 342:2017 is a European standard that sets out safety requirements for personal protective equipment (PPE) to be used for protection against cold. It is an updated version of the original standard EN 342:2004 and it includes new and improved requirements for the PPE. The standard defines the general requirements for PPE, including design and construction, marking, instructions for use, and packaging. Performance requirements include things like thermal insulation and protection against water penetration, breathability, and test results may include measurements of these properties. The standard also specifies the testing methods that should be used to test PPE, such as measuring the thermal resistance of the materials and the resistance of the garment to water penetration and breathability.

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• EN 343:2003

  EN 343:2003 is a European standard that sets out safety requirements for personal protective equipment (PPE) to be used for protection against bad weather. The standard defines the general requirements for PPE, including design and construction, marking, instructions for use, and packaging. Performance requirements include things like waterproofness, breathability, and visibility and test results may include measurements of these properties. The standard also specifies the testing methods that should be used to test PPE, such as measuring the resistance to water penetration, breathability, and visibility of the material.

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  Waterproofness Class 1

  The EN 343:2003 standard, Waterproofness Class 1 denotes the basic level of waterproof protection deemed compliant under this specification. This result means that the garment or product can resist water penetration to a minimal degree (more than 8000 Pascal Pressure units before pre-treatment), making it suitable for light exposure to rain or damp conditions but not under heavy or pressurized water exposure. The test method to determine this waterproofness involves subjecting the fabric or material to water penetration under controlled conditions, measuring the amount of water that passes through the material over time. This typically involves using a hydrostatic head test where water is pressured against the fabric, ensuring that the product maintains minimal water resistance according to the standards. For business and procurement decisions, understanding that a product meets Class 1 waterproofness according to EN 343:2003 suggests it is suitable for environments with occasional or light contact with water, but not for prolonged or extreme conditions .

• EN 13688:2013

  EN 13688:2013 is a European standard that specifies the performance requirements for protective clothing. The standard includes requirements for safety, comfort, and durability, as well as tests for determining these properties. Protective clothing includes items like coveralls, aprons, and gloves that are worn to protect the wearer from hazards. Possible test results include resistance to chemicals, heat, abrasion and tearing, as well as breathability and comfort. The clothing can be tested under different conditions to check if it meets the standard's requirements.

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• EN ISO 20471:2013/A1:2016

  EN ISO 20471:2013/A1:2016 is a standard for high visibility clothing worn in certain work environments. It sets guidelines for clothing to make sure people can see the person wearing it well in low light conditions. Test results are used to make sure the clothing meets these rules. The tests include checking the amount of reflective material on the clothing and how well it can be seen from different angles, including under different lighting conditions.

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• Oeko-Tex Standard 100

  Oeko-Tex Standard 100 is a product certification program for textiles, which is awarded by the Oeko-Tex Association. This program verifies that the textile products are free from harmful chemicals. To be able to use the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 label, a product must meet certain requirements set by the Oeko-Tex Association which include limits on the levels of harmful substances such as pesticides, heavy metals, and formaldehyde. The textile products are inspected and certified by Oeko-Tex, they can use the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 label on their packaging to show that they are free from harmful chemicals. This certification is for all types of textiles, from raw materials to finished products, and it is globally recognized.