Lakeland’s MicroMax NS Cool Suit is a breathable coverall made from microporous film laminate and delivers Type 5 /6 protection. MicroMax NS Cool Suit features a breathable rear panel and bound seams for added comfort, protection and durability.   These breathable coveralls feature superior quality MicroMax NS microporous film laminate fabric to cover critical parts of the body, delivering an excellent barrier against light liquid splashes and sprays MicroMax NS Cool Suit is an effective barrier against hazardous dusts This breathable coverall features a comfortable and breathable SafeGuard GP rear panel which delivers air permeability of 43 cubic feet per minute Superior strong and durable bound seams offer additional protection against dust, liquid ingress* This breathable coverall reduces the ‘bellows effect’ ( the tendency to create suction of air and dust particle in the seam holes, cuffs, ankles and zip) For extra visibility, the MicroMax NS Cool Suit features distinctive blue and white colours Super-B style design – this coverall has been developed for a superior fit, wearability and durability A crotch gusset is included to reduce incidence of burst crotch and improve durability All Lakeland coveralls are suitable for asbestos handling and removal   Typical applications include: Warm or high temperature-controlled environments where Type 5 & 6 protection is required Spray-painting Low-level insecticide / pesticide spraying Wet applications in fibreglass manufacturing Boat building Wind blade manufacturing Pharmaceutical manufacturing General maintenance and cleaning applications Crime scene operations Low hazard emergency response applications ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________   Make sure you select the correct garment for your application: Light Spray TYPE 6 Hazardous dust TYPE 5 Liquid Spray TYPE 4 Jet Spray TYPE 3 Gas or Vapour TYPE 1&2 Light spray/aerosol protection Dry particle protection General overall spray: no pressure but coverall soaked Strong jet sprays – higher pressure Surrounding gases or vapours   Physical factors such as strenuous work? The physical demands of a task such as climbing ladders, crawling or working in confined spaces, especially if the chemical is highly toxic,  may require higher strength fabric or a specific design, even though permeation analysis and/or the hazard spray type indicate a lighter/more comfortable garment. Liquid or gas? Liquid would normally suggest a Type 3 or 4 hazard. However, some chemicals have low boiling points, becoming vapour at low temperatures. In such cases a gas-tight suit might be appropriate. Such information can be obtained from Safety Data Sheets.   Type 3 vs Type 4 –  the different spray tests   EN 14605 – Type 3: ‘jet’ sprays EN14605 – Type 4: ‘liquid’ sprays Strong, directional jets of liquid spray Results in intense, local pressure on fabric, seams and joins Back-spray will penetrate under, up or behind any loose flaps or joins In finished garment spray test, single jets of liquid are sprayed at ‘potential’ weak areas of suit (seams, crotch, zip flap ect.) Wider, less pressurised liquid sprays Results in saturation of fabric (so sealed seams required) but no pressure on garment, seams or joins No risk of back-spray penetrating under, up or behind loose flaps or joins In finished garment spray test, four nozzles with general overspray of liquid   By identifying that your application is Type 4 only (rather than Type 3), this enables more options for garment design and choice, along with a greater level of comfort.   *About bound seams The seam is wrapped with a folded strip of similar or stronger material and chain-stitched through all five layers in a single operation. This results in a tougher seam which also provides improved liquid and particle repellency at the seams as well as a tougher garment all round. A bound seam is not suitable for a chemical suit as it is not liquid tight.