Protection from Heat Wave with Cooling Vests for Soldiers

Military leaders and officers must pay immediate attention to the risks of extreme temperatures. While a "worst case scenario" can have deadly consequences, there are numerous ways in which heat and humidity can seriously affect military performance. These include rapid exhaustion, difficulty covering distances, difficulty making decisions under stress, decreased appetite and prolonged fatigue or dehydration. These factors can have a major effect on military personnel's ability to function well, especially when deployed overseas, where summer weather conditions are often unpredictable.

To address these challenges, the INUTEQ-PAC®Phase Change Material (PCM) CoolOver provides an innovative solution. This cooling vest, made of bio-based PCM, can be worn under clothing and allows military personnel to remain comfortable for up to three hours at a constant temperature of 21°C, for example. The biggest advantage is that this is done without risk of tissue damage, frostbite or other discomfort. The PCM technology is available in five temperature variants: 6.5°C, 15°C, 21°C, 24°C and 29°C, allowing the vest to be adapted to different conditions.

InUTEQ's unique phase change technology provides high latent heat capacity, which is ideal for thermal management in extreme conditions. In addition, these PCM cooling vests are the only ones on the market that are 100% bio-based, USDA-certified and REACH-registered. They offer several benefits, including long life, safe use, enhanced fire safety and high heat capacity.

Activating the PCM CoolOver is simple: place the vest in the refrigerator, freezer or ice water, or store it at a temperature at least 3°C lower than the desired PCM temperature. Once activated, the vest can be worn immediately over functional clothing for up to three hours of constant cooling.

In addition to the PCM vest, INUTEQ also offers the INUTEQ-DRY®evaporative cooling vest, which uses advanced cooling technology to keep military personnel cool and comfortable. This makes them more productive and efficient both during operations and outside. The evaporative cooling vest is specifically designed for environments where cooling is desperately needed but resources are limited. With just 600 ml of water, the vest can provide between 1 and 3 days of cooling.

Using the INUTEQ-DRY® vest is simple: fill it with tap water, disperse the water by gently squeezing the vest and remove excess water. Then it provides an immediate and long-lasting cooling effect depending on the ambient temperature, humidity and wind speed. These durable and antibacteriële vests are 100% dry and machine washable, protecting military personnel even in temperatures up to 40°C with low to medium humidity. The drier the air, the better the cooling system functions.

It is essential that military personnel are aware of the risks posed by heat, and take proactive measures to ensure their well-being and performance. With INUTEQ's innovative solutions, they are fully prepared for this. Start using INUTEQ today and ensure the best cooling in extreme conditions!