Ascotherm is one of the most successful Thermal Protection Aids (TPA) on the market today. Designed to keep survivors warm and protected from rain, wind and cold in life rafts and lifeboats. This TPA is compatible with the IMO SOLAS Polar Code. All seams are welded and 100% waterproof. The inside is metal coated to retain body heat. A certified lifejacket should always be used in combination with a TPA.
Facts
Designed to keep survivors warm and protected against rain, wind and cold in liferafts and lifeboats
All seams are taped and 100 % water-tight.
Inside part of fabric is metallized (laminated) to retain body heat
Web reinforcement allows unconscious survivors to be carried while wearing the TPA
Without sleeves
Long zip for easy donning. May accomodate a mother and small child
All Ascotherm TPA’s comply with the Marine Equipment Directive of the European Community 96/98/EC, and meets all the standards of the SOLAS 74/83, IMO Res. MSC 48 (66), IMO Res. MSC 81 (70), and MCS 226(82)
A lifejacket should always be worn in conjunction with a Thermal Protective Aid (TPA)
Packed in protective vacuum for storage, ensures functionality in emergency
Area of application
For use in life-raft/boat
Shipping
Material
Metallized polyester rip stop
Main zipper type
Polyurethane/plastic spiral, open
Delivered with
In transparent vacuum foil in PU with donning instructions
Other certifications
IMO/SOLAS 74, Thermal protective aid
Transport Canada