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Stormy FR/Anti-Static Inflatable Life Vest Systems

Australia’s premier high-quality inflatable life vest systems designed for unparalleled industrial marine workplace safety and comfort. Australian-designed and manufactured, AS4758.1 and ISO 12402-3 accredited Stormy life vests provide additional and crucial protection when working in extreme, high-risk marine environments.

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Stormy FR and Anti-Static Life Vest Systems 

Life vest systems in the offshore oil and gas industry are critical personal protective equipment designed for high-risk offshore marine environments, requiring compliance with SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) standards. Australian designed Stormy inflatable Fire Resistant and Fire Retardant/Anti-Static life vest systems range from 200N to 300N buoyancy to ensure survival in rough, cold or remote waters. 

Offshore SOLAS life vest systems are the standard for commercial offshore operations. These high-buoyancy devices are designed to turn an unconscious worker face-up in rough seas, even when wearing heavy work PPE or a tool belt.  The Fire Resistant and Fire Retardant/Anti-Static capabilities are essential for workers performing high-risk tasks on platforms. The specialised FR materials used in Stormy life vest systems, Nomex® and EmphaSTAT, are designed to withstand flash fire, sparks, molten metal and extreme heat.   

APPLICATION: Offshore Oil and Gas Extraction, Offshore FLNG Processing and Extreme High-Risk Marine Environments.

While working on deck - Performing tasks where there is risk of flash fire, flame and falling into the sea.

Helicopter transfers - During flights to and from rigs.

Emergency situations - In case of fire, abandonment or man-overboard incidents.

 

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Quick Facts

Newton Buoyancy (a Newton represents the amount of force required to accelerate a 1 kilogram mass at a rate of 1 metre per second squared). 

  • 50 Newtons - Intended for use by persons who are competent swimmers.
  • 100 Newtons - Intended for use by persons who may need to wait for rescue but will do so in a safe position in sheltered waters.
  • 150 Newtons - General offshore and rough weather use. It will turn an unconscious person into a safe position.
  • 275 Newtons - For use offshore by persons dressed in heavy PPE and carrying tools.

SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) - The SOLAS convention is the most critical international maritime treaty, setting minimum safety standards for the construction, equipment and operation of merchant ships to ensure safety. Managed by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), it mandates the compliance for international voyages, covering areas like structural integrity, fire protection and lifesaving appliances. 

ISO 12402-2:2020 specifies the safety requirements for high-performance (275Nweton) lifejackets designed for offshore, extreme conditions or when wearing heavy protective clothing or additional loads are being carried. The 2020 revision updates the 2006 standard, focusing on performance, strength and material requirements to ensure reliable, face-up in-water support. 

ISO 12402-3:2020 specifies the safety and performance requirements for 150N level lifejackets intended for adults, children and infants. These personal flotation devices (PFDs) are designed for offshore or rough water use, providing, at minimum, 150 Newtons of buoyancy to support users with heavy clothing, even if unconscious. 

Features and Benefits

  • Image display - refer thumbnail Image 1 (L to R).
  • Colour - Red.
  • Material - DuPont® Nomex®.
  • Compliance with AS 4758.1 and ISO 12402-3 standards.
  • Manufactured in Tasmania, Australia.
  • Supplied standard as water activated for inflation once immersed in water.
  • Standard accreditation of 275 Newtons but has actual buoyancy of 300 Newtons.
  • Fire resistant slimline and lightweight design to fit comfortably and easily over PPE.
  • A utility pocket on the chest is designed to stow safety extras.
  • Reflective material over the shoulders enhances Hi Vis safety.
  • The 300N version is recommended for weights over 120kg - recommended for workers wearing a tool belt or heavy PPE.
  • The vest can be adapted to be compatible with an industrial full body harness.
  • The vest can be fitted with an ISO accredited deck harness.
  • The inflation device is a 60 gram CO2 cylinder, which provides 300N of buoyancy.
  • The durable DuPont® Nomex® fabric offers arc flash and flash fire resistance. At temperatures above approximately 427°C (800°F), Nomex® will simply form a very tough carbonaceous char, which is the essence of its fire protective mode of action. Nomex® fabric exceeds the Australian Wildland Standard AS/NZS 4824 with demonstrated usage by the Australian Fire Service.
  • Options - the vest can be customised to include an internal fitting for a personal locator beacon device, name or corporate logo or SOLAS accredited water activated light.
  • Purchase and Service - In conjunction with the manufacturer, we record your purchase date, email you service reminders and maintain your company records until retirement of the vest. 

Features and Benefits

  • Image display - refer thumbnail Image 2 (L to R).
  • Colour - Fluorescent Red-Orange.
  • Material - EmphaSTAT.
  • Compliance with ISO 12402-3, ISO 15025, EN 533, AS 4758, AS/NZS 46002:1999 and AS 2755.1 standards.
  • Manufactured in Tasmania, Australia.
  • Supplied standard as water activated for inflation once immersed in water.
  • Standard accreditation for 200/300 Newtons.
  • Fire retardant/anti-static unique flat design is comfortable and lightweight.
  • Fits over PPE and secures with a waist belt.
  • A utility pocket on the chest is designed to stow safety extras.
  • Silver reflective material over the shoulders enhances Hi Vis safety.
  • The 300N version is recommended for weights over 120kg - recommended for workers wearing a tool belt or heavy PPE.
  • Although supplied standard as water activated, the vest can be easily transferred to manual activation by removing the water activated CO2cylinder and replacing with a blanking cap.
  • The vest can be adapted to be compatible with an industrial full body harness.
  • The vest can be fitted with an ISO accredited deck harness.
  • The inflation device is a 60 gram CO2 cylinder, which provides 300N of buoyancy.
  • The durable EmphaSTAT material is fire retardant and offers resistance to static charge build-up to limit the possibility of incendiary discharge. EmphaSTAT is a specialised, high visibility fluorescent red-orange, anti-static polyester fabric, commonly used for PPE for the oil, gas and energy sectors. It is designed to be fire retardant, water-repellent and to prevent static charge build-up, thereby reducing the risk of incendiary discharge. The material is breathable and waterproof due to a specialised hydraulic coating.
  • Purchase and Service - In conjunction with the manufacturer, we record your purchase date, email you service reminders and maintain your company records until retirement of the vest. 

Features and Benefits

  • Image display - refer thumbnail Image 3 (L to R).
  • Colour - Red
  • Material - Cordura® fabric.
  • Compliance with new SOLAS regulations and ISO 12401:2009. The vest design outperforms the SOLAS requirements by providing increased performance in the most demanding working environments.
  • Manufactured in Tasmania, Australia.
  • Supplied standard as water activated for inflation once immersed in water.
  • Standard accreditation for 300 Newtons.
  • The Stormy SOLAS 300N Twin Chamber life vest is designed for Extreme Working Environments.
  • The body angle, freeboard and face plane angles are superior to ensure enhanced safety at sea.
  • The vest has a unique inflation chamber that improves turn times while providing unrivalled comfort and support. Each chamber is fitted with two 60g CO2 cylinders (300N) activated by UML MK5i (automatic inflation system) and a pressure relief valve fitted to the oral tube to ensure full buoyancy during single or double chamber inflation.
  • The cover is Cordura® fabric built to withstand the most severe conditions without damage to the life vest and internal bladders.
  • Double crotch straps are fitted as standard.
  • The vest is a universal adult size suitable from a minimum weight of 43kg.
  • Purchase and Service - In conjunction with the manufacturer, we record your purchase date, email you service reminders and maintain your company records until retirement of the vest.