Respiratory line-up breathes life into Thailand show
Avon Protection is unveiling its full range of respiratory equipment at the Defense and Security exhibition and conference in Thailand.
On show for the first time in Asia will be Avon’s entire CBRN hood family, which now includes the EH20 and NH15. The CE approved EH20 provides a high level of respiratory, eye and face protection for up to 20 minutes to allow sufficient time to escape from a contaminated area.
Use of the hood requires minimal training and it takes just 30 seconds to deploy. It is stored in a neat vacuum sealed pouch small enough to wear on a belt, and has a ten year shelf-life. The NH15 is the world’s smallest NIOSH certified CBRN Air Purifying Escape Respirator, and has been specifically designed for police, emergency medical services and fire officers.
Alongside the CBRN hood family will be Avon’s exciting ST53™ multi-role modular Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) system. Developed for specialist applications, the ST53™ combines Avon Protection Systems’ FM53™ mask with new and innovative modular breathing apparatus technology to provide positive pressure SCBA and/or PAPR capability.
Depending on the threat or operational circumstances at the scene of an incident, ST53™ can be configured to provide the ideal protection mode. Seamless transition between filter (APR) protection (negative pressure) and SCBA protection (positive pressure) ensures operatives can maximise their time on scene, whilst ensuring that the very highest levels of protection are available.
The ST53™ system is available with a wide variety of accessories including a light and compact air cylinder that can be efficiently carried on the waist.
David Hinds, Regional Sales Manager for Asia, says: “Here at Avon, we understand the challenges that EOD, CBRN, narcotics and forensics experts have to face every day in the field. For over 40 years we have been developing and manufacturing high quality respiratory solutions. This, combined with our extensive network of approved agents, supported by Avon trained technicians in service centres, allows us to provide the very best in local support and advice throughout the Asian marketplace.”