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Cooling Vest
Cooling Vest

A Cooling Vest is designed to lower body temperature and make exposure to warm environments more bearable. There are primarily four types: Evaporative - soaked in water then lightly wrung out; the water interacts with cooling crystals or other cooling agents, reducing body temperature as it evaporates. Ice-chilled-cooling-energy packs activated in a freezer then placed in special pockets inside the vest to provide the cooling. Phase-change-also placed in pockets inside the vest, these packs contain non-toxic oils and fats that solidify (like wax) at 55-65º; providing cooling down to those temperatures for up to 6 hours. Cool-flow-uses a motor-powered pumping system that continually pumps water through the vest; intended for working conditions where one is stationary for long periods of time.

Caution symbol Caution Notes: Individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI) should consult with a health care provider prior to using a cooling vest. There is some question of the usefulness of such vests for persons with SCI.
Estimated Cost Cost range: $50-$500, depending on vest type, cooling system, etc.

Limitations Limitations Addressed by Product: Respiratory


SourceArctic Heat USA
P.O. Box 7
Hillsdale, NJ, 07642
Websitewww.arcticheatusa.com
EmailWeb form
Phone201-632-5818

SourceErgodyne Corporation
1021 Bandana Boulevard East, Suite 220
St. Paul, MN, 55108
Websitewww.ergodyne.com
Emailsupport@ergodyne.com
Phone800-225-8238
651-642-9889
Fax651-642-1882

SourcePolar Products, Incorporated
3380 Cavalier Trail
Stow, OH, 44224
Websitewww.polarproducts.com
Emailpolar@polarproducts.com
Phone800-763-8423
330-253-9973
Fax330-253-4233

SourceTechNiche International
2575 Pioneer Avenue
Suite 101
Vista, CA, 92081
Websitewww.techniche-intl.com
EmailWeb form
Phone760-476-0654
Fax760-931-8884
Est. Cost$50-$500, depending on vest type, cooling system, etc.
Last updated: May 21, 2020


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