The Rich Euro-Protex 3000 is an outer protective suit is to be used in conjunction with an associated self-contained respirator system, such as the MSA-AUER system, or equivalent system – The breathable air supply is remotely located and feeds both the full face mask as well as the cooling system networked inside the Euro-Protex 3000. The Euro-Protex 3000 is the preferred choice when it comes to working safely in hazardous conditions – when safety needs to be assured.
CE Marking
The Rich Euro-Protex 3000 satisfies the “essential requirements” of PPE Directive 89/686/EEC where it falls under Category III (so-called “Complex Design”) and, as such, has required certification by CENTEXBEL, an accredited European Union “notified body”.
The Rich Euro-Protex 3000 has been certified to European Standard EN 1073-1:2002 – entitled “Protective clothing against radioactive contamination”. This certification has been granted as a result of tests and analysis by several European Union materials testing laboratories, including the Institut für Arbeitsschutz der Deutschen Gesetzlichen Unfallversicherung
Other Important Features
manufactured under the quality assurance standards set forth in the ANSI/ASME NQA-1 program to meet the requirements of the US nuclear industry
manufactured using 2-ply Dow Chemical Saranex 35 P® and reinforced by flame resistant NFPA-701 scrim for maximum protection
one-piece design with extra strong welded lap seams, welded using Rich Industries’ proprietary technology
integrated cooling provided by circulating air from outside source
oversized to allow some movement inside the Suit
heavy duty front zipper allowing easy donning and doffing. Zipper is provided with 2 mini rods, enabling rapid opening in case of emergency
oversized hood to fit over air-supply respirator and provide full 360o visibility
five air exhalation valves
“pass thru” inlet air manifold which is the interface between the incoming air-line and respirator. It also delivers air to the Suit’s built-in ventilation system
individually serialized for traceability
attached heavy duty boots with 150 MIL non-skid sole and adjustable boot straps
heavy duty rigid molded cuffs
Noise suppressing plenum
the CE Marking label – attesting to the fact that the Suit is cleared to be used in the EU