Ansell announced the United States launch of TRELLCHEM ACT, a protective suit for responders dealing with consequences of modern terrorism incidents. The suit’s design aims to meld comfort and fit with a high level of protection.
The Trellchem ACT suit is made from a durable and lightweight technical fabric with a fluoro-based barrier film. It has been certified to protect against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) exposure.
The suit is equipped with an elastic waist, shoulder paddings to ease the discomfort from the SCBA load, and an external fitted neck strap. The mask seal of the hood is cut in a 3D shape to bring maximum safety and fit around the face mask. Gloves are offered with dual attachment options, which can either be permanently fixed to the suit or optimally attached with the Trellchem® Bayonet glove ring system, designed for quick, safe and simple glove replacement. Additional optional features for increased comfort include pockets and elbow or knee padding.
The ACT ensemble fulfils NFPA 1994 (class 2), 2012 edition and consists of garment, gloves and footwear tested and certified as one protective system with a manufacturer specified CBRN respiratory protective device. For the Trellchem ACT ensemble, SCBA units by both Scott and MSA have been certified and approved for use, along with Onguard Hazmax boots as protective footwear.
The garment is intended for use in all CBRN terrorism environments, including the Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health zone (IDLH) and is certified according to the American standard NFPA 1994 Class 2.