Features and requirements
The main components of a welding suit are jacket and trousers. They must be manufactured in compliance with the requirements of GOST 12.4.250-2013. High-quality workwear is highly resistant to burning from molten metal drops in a short period of time. Due to its heat resistance, the suit will reliably protect the worker's body from minor local burns.
When sewing workwear, only natural materials treated with a special refractory compound should be used. The use of synthetic personal protective equipment (PPE) is prohibited, as they can instantly ignite and harm the welder's health.
Other requirements that the equipment must meet:
- protection of the employee from evaporating toxic substances, optical radiation;
- no material deformation when exposed to high temperatures;
- strength, reliability and resistance to mechanical abrasion;
- high-quality fittings (tight fasteners, closed with slats);
- light weight;
- the presence of Velcro on the wide pockets, necessary to prevent the penetration of sparks;
- providing good ventilation to avoid overheating of the worker.
PPE for the welder must be of high quality tailoring. Clothing sizes should be selected so that it does not hinder movement. For example, an employee should not experience discomfort when squatting or bending the elbows.
Choice
To choose the right welding suit, you need to consider some nuances.
- First of all, you should analyze the advantages and disadvantages of materials of manufacture in order to choose the appropriate option for working conditions. And you also need to remember that there are winter and summer models.
- It will not be superfluous to try on clothes. It should be comfortable. Both tight and too loose equipment will interfere with work, hinder movement. The length of the jacket must be sufficient to overlap the trousers by at least 20 cm. The length of the trousers is considered appropriate if they cover the shoes; there should be no cuffs on the legs.
- The ends of the sleeves should be firmly attached to the wrists.
- On the pockets - both overhead and in the seams - there must be velcro, valves, in order to avoid sparks getting inside.
- It is desirable that the clothes have holes for air exchange, which is especially important for summer models.
- The fasteners should be concealed so that the material strip protects the buttons from heat and sparks of fire. For added protection, padded inserts around the elbows and knees are encouraged.
- Every time before starting work, clothes must be carefully inspected: the presence of grease, oil, and other combustible materials is unacceptable. And also there should be no tears in the fabric, scuffs, torn edges.
The following video provides an overview of the welding suit.
Manufacturers
Welder tarpaulin suits are in high demand due to their reasonable price. The reliability of the contractor's protection is also an undeniable advantage. This is why many manufacturers produce and market, directly or through suppliers, a wide range of tarpaulin kits. Further, the largest and leading enterprises will be considered.
Avangard-Spetsodezhda is a manufacturer of work, construction, protective clothing and footwear. Reasonable prices, individual tailoring and a wide assortment are the main advantages.
The Ivspetsposhiv company is engaged in the production of protective clothing and accessories: aprons, leggings, mittens, comforters, oversleeves.It is possible to manufacture a product according to the client's sketches.
The Sirius Group of Companies is a manufacturer and supplier of special clothing and footwear with an extensive network of regional offices.
The ISKRA factory specializes in the production of tarpaulin products: special and protective clothing and accessories, gloves, curtains.
Other manufacturers of welder's welding suits are presented in a separate article.
We choose only the best option
To choose the right protective equipment, you need to know the following features:
- Conditions of work - if welding is carried out only in a heated room, then the summer option is chosen, and if in an open area, then at least two options must be purchased for the summer and winter.
- The intensity of the use of a protective robe - for short-term work, cloth with a tarpaulin is suitable, professionals choose high-quality sets of heat-resistant fabrics.
- Budgets, if a small enterprise, then a welder's robe - split and tarpaulin, industrial concerns can afford a unique kit for the pros that provides the highest level of protection.
I. A. Ulyukaev, education: Training Center Expert, specialty: sixth grade welder, work experience: since 2001: High-quality welding suits will ensure a high level of safety for the performer, but have a high cost. It is not worth saving the enterprise budget at the cost of your own health - demand normal protection. "
