NEW CATALOGUE SNEAK PREVIEW

CATALOGUE 2023 TEASER

INDUSTRIES AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND

END TO END SAFETY SOLUTIONS

Over the past 100 years, our design experts have developed a deep understanding of the safety needs of workers across many industries. This experience has helped us to develop end to end safety solutions that are designed to meet the needs of each profession within that industry.

CRAFT AND LIGHT INDUSTRY

BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION

ELECTRONICS AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

RENEWABLE AND ELECTRICAL ENERGY MINING

OIL, GAS, ENERGY, WELDING AND HEAVY INDUSTRY

TRANSPORT, LOGISTICS AND WAREHOUSING

HOSPITALITY AND CATERING

CHEMICAL INDUSTRY

PROTECTION AGAINST HAZARDS

HEAT AND FLAME

Workers in the toughest industries regularly encounter heat and flame. Whether it is radiant, convective or conductive heat, serious injuries and even fatalities are caused by heat and flame hazards. Workers deserve the powerful protection offered by Portwest’s innovative flame resistant range of products.

ELECTRIC ARC

An electric arc is a rapid and instantaneous electric discharge of high current between conductors generating very bright light and intensive heat. If a worker is in close proximity to an Arc flash, serious injury and even death can occur.

ELECTROSTATIC - ESD

Electrostatic discharge, or ESD as it is more commonly known, is the rapid, spontaneous transfer of electrostatic charge induced by a high electrostatic field. Failure to protect against the dangers of ESD cost industries millions every year.

CHEMICAL

Industrial workers face dangers posed by chemicals every day. Chemicals present danger in many forms. As liquids, sprays, dry particles or in pressurised form chemicals pose a serious threat. Portwest offers powerful chemical protection solutions across the range.

NUCLEAR PARTICLE

Radioactive contamination is a real risk for workers in many industries. Garments that help prevent contamination to skin and hair are a must for workers potentially exposed to this type of hazard.

EXTREME HOT WEATHER

The harmful effects of the sun seriously compromise workers’ health. Heat related fatigue and illness cost employers serious time and money. The Portwest design team have developed innovative cooling products that keep workers cool and protected from extreme heat and sun exposure.

EXTREME COLD WEATHER

Extremely cold or wet weather conditions present a serious work place hazard. Frostbite and hypothermia are real concerns for many industrial workers. Portwest provides workwear and PPE solutions for all climatic conditions.

LOW VISIBILITY

High visibility safety garments are required for occupational wear by people who may be exposed to the hazard of moving traffic, moving plant or equipment in high risk situations. This catalogue includes garments suitable for daytime wear, night-time wear where they will be seen by retroreflected light or for wear under both conditions but excludes garments for use by fire service.

IMPACT

Head, hand or foot, impact is a serious workplace hazard. Portwest’s team of experts utilise the latest research in materials technology to offer protective equipment that absorbs the maximum amount of force from impacts.

CUT

Cut injury is one of the most frequent types of accidents reported in working environments. Portwest has a range of garments and hand protection to safeguard against the risk of cuts and lacerations.

EYE INJURY

Every day workers across the globe lose valuable working hours or suffer potentially life changing injuries due to eye accidents. Portwest eye protection range offers 50 innovative products that provide powerful optical protection against workplace hazards.

NOISE LEVELS

Frequent exposure to loud noise is one of the most common work place hazards. Exposure to loud noise can kill the nerve endings in the inner ear and over time the result can be permanent hearing loss that cannot be corrected.

RESPIRATORY DANGERS

Respiratory protective equipment is used to protect the individual wearer against inhalation of hazardous substances in workplace air. At worst these hazards may cause cancer, lung impairment, diseases, or death.

SLIPPERY SURFACES

From heavy manufacturing to the pharmaceutical sector slips, trips and falls are the most common cause of workplace injury. The provision of slip resistant footwear and safety mats is key to protecting workers from this hazard.

TESTING GLOBAL CERTIFICATION

As a global manufacturer of protective wear, Portwest products are rigorously and independently tested to international standards and certified by accredited test houses and notified bodies across the world.

Our products meet the requirements of the relevant AS/ NZS standards as listed under each product.

In addition, many of our products also carry the internationally recognized CE marking, meaning they conform with European health, safety, and environmental protection standards.

Numerous products are tested to US standards, including ANSI (American National Standards Institute) for our high visibility, hand protection and PPE products. NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards, cover fire, electrical and related hazards and ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) test products for safety and our flame resistant garments and foot protection are tested and certified where applicable.

AUSTRALIAN/ NEW ZEALAND STANDARDS

At Portwest, our products comply with the relevant AS/NZS standard for that category.

AS 4602.1 AS 4399 AS/NZS 1337.1

AS/NZS 1906.4 AS 2210.3 AS/NZS 1801

TTMC-W17 AS/NZS 2161.2 AS/NZS 1279

AS 7471 AS/NZS 1716

AS/NZS 1957 AS/NZS 1715

160 GARMENTS

21 FOOT PROTECTION

65 HAND PROTECTION

40 PPE

286 STYLES MEET AS/NZS STANDARDS

DESIGN AND INNOVATION

Our award-winning design and innovation team deliver contemporary designs that offer optimum protection and meet the everyday needs of the wearer. Our development includes advanced fabrics and tapes, uncompromising durability, rigorous testing and enhanced protective features to ensure wearer safety and enhanced job performance.

RESEARCH

DESIGN

STOCK

PRODUCTION

TEST AND CERTIFY

DEVELOPMENT

WEARER TRIALS

YOUR IMAGE, OUR EXPERTISE

CUSTOM DESIGN EXPERTS

There are times when your requirements are so unique that only the professionals with over a century’s worth of design experience can help. Portwest Custom is the solution, an end-to-end design service for bespoke safety products. Working hand in hand with customers, each year we get to create thousands of bespoke products for a variety of industries around the world.

YOUR CUSTOM PRODUCT DESIGNED FOR YOUFROM CONCEPT TO PRODUCTION

LET OUR EXPERTS JOIN YOUR TEAM

DESIGN EXPERTS:

• Our designers are the best in the business and true experts in their craft

• They can tailor existing products or design fully bespoke collections depending on each customers requirements and budget

• All designers can provide a technical review of existing designs or a full technical specification development service

PRODUCTION EXPERTS:

• Portwest factories have dedicated production lines for bespoke orders which gives us greater capacity and full control on lead times

• Dedicated sample rooms enable us to quickly produce product samples

• We take responsible and ethical production seriously. Our factories are WRAP certified, and we are members of Sedex and OEKO-TEX®.

QUALITY EXPERTS:

• Every bespoke product is rigorously tested in-house and subsequently certified by accredited test houses and notified bodies.

• Unrivaled sourcing capability with access to quality assured, ethical, accredited fabrics, materials and trims

PROJECT EXPERTS:

• Our team of experienced Project Managers will be your key point of contact throughout the project

• They will proactively keep you informed on progress from concept to order delivery

PERSONALISE

EMBROIDERY AND SCREEN PRINTING SERVICE IN OUR MELBOURNE FACILITY

Our fast and efficient branding service is a one-stop-shop for all your workwear needs.

Using in-house embroidery machines, your workwear will be branded and delivered in one simple process. Available in a large range of colours, our team of professionals will recommend the closest matches to your artwork. This service is fast, efficient and will save you time and money.

BRANDING SERVICES

Embroidery and screen printing can be applied to any workwear product to make your product stand out from the crowd. Using the latest Barudan embroidery machines, our in-house design team will produce the best quality branding for your work clothing.

OVER 100 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN EVERY STITCH

PROTECTING OUR FUTURE PLANET

TRADING ETHICALLY AND OPERATING RESPONSIBLY IS A FUNDAMENTAL PART OF OUR BUSINESS STRATEGY

Our main aim is to minimise the impact our operations have on the environment and the natural resources we consume.

We understand that our workforce is integral to achieving our business goals and we are fully committed to ensuring that all our worker's safety, human rights and wellbeing are respected. To achieve this, we have developed a new initiative with clearly defined short and long-term sustainability goals. We call this initiative Portwest Planet.

In 2022, Portwest achieved Silver in Ecovadis, meaning Portwest are in the top 25% of companies using Ecovadis for external assurance of their sustainability practices.

Ecovadis is the world’s most trusted business sustainability rating platform, providing an evaluation of the integration of sustainability into our business and management systems through consideration of policies, actions and results.

Since May 2021, Portwest has been committed to the UN Global Compact corporate responsibility initiative and its principles in the areas of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption.

FABRICS

Our fabrics need to work hard. They need to protect and be comfortable, stretch and be durable, perform and be skin friendly. Great care and consideration is given to the selection of each and every fabric that is used across the entire range.

This inherently flame resistant fabric offers luxurious comfort and is ideal for hot climates. The special viscose blend provides outstanding ARC protection rarely achieved on lightweight fabrics. Constructed using 65% viscose, 33% aramid, 2% anti-static, Portflame™ is available in 185g.

Modacrylic fibres provide inherent permanent flame resistance, excellent dimensional stability and high elastic properties which allow garments to retain their shape. High cotton content gives the fabric comfort, warmth and a soft handle. Carbon fibre woven into the fabric gives inherent anti-static properties.

Bizflame® has a proprietary flame resistant finish which, when applied to fabric, gives excellent flame resistance. All of the Bizflame fabrics use the highest quality raw materials, ensuring the perfect balance of comfort and strength.

Bizweld® is a flame resistant, cotton fabric, globally available and engineered for maximum performance, comfort and durability. This high-technology fabric is used with confidence by millions of workers in the welding industry and allied industries.

This high performance fabric has been engineered to provide a technical barrier against the elements providing the maximum waterproof, breathable and windproof protection. The microporous fabric delivers exceptional stretch characteristics. The exterior fabric surface is treated with a Texpel finish to protect against water and oil stains.

Made with 300 Denier 100% polyester yarn, this is a tough fabric for tough conditions. 300D fabric has superb abrasion and tear resistance. The double polyurethane (PU) coating on the inside makes the fabric durable and waterproof, and the outer has a water and stain repellent coating which helps keep the garment clean.

Made with 150 Denier 100% Polyester yarn, this is a tough fabric for tough conditions. 150D fabric has superb abrasion and tear resistance. The polyurethane (PU) coating on the inside makes the fabric durable and waterproof and the outer has a water and stain repellent coating which helps keep the garment clean.

Made with 100% polyester 190T yarn, this plain weave fabric is durable and hard wearing for tough conditions. This fabric is lightweight and has superb abrasion and tear resistance. It has a PVC coating inside which makes the fabric waterproof and has a water and stain repellent coating on the outside which helps keep the garment clean.

This premium cotton fabric is constructed using special long staple fibres which create a soft but strong material. Moisture is absorbed quickly which allows the wearer to feel cooler, drier and more comfortable.

Kingsmill™ cotton, polycotton and stretch fabrics have been constructed to a high specification and are the ideal choice for your workwear needs. They have excellent dye retention, tensile and tear strength and a high pilling resistance. Garments made from a Kingsmill™ fabric have a UPF rating of over 40+ so will block 98% of the UV rays which fall on the garment.

Cotton Comfort is constructed from a blend of 53% cotton and 47% polyester. With the cotton on the inside for comfort and the polyester on the outside for maximum durability, this is a robust fabric that provides ultimate comfort. Certified to AS/NZS 1906.4.

MeshAir™ Pro is a double layer 100% polyester aerated mesh designed to improve airflow and draw moisture away from the skin, leaving the wearer cool, dry and comfortable. The MeshAir Pro 140g fabric features special hollow fibres that enhance air circulation to help regulate body temperature, while the double layer construction offers improved breathability and protection.

PORTFLAME, MODAFLAME, BIZFLAME, BIZWELD, KINGSMILL, MeshAir and PORTWEST EXTREME are trademarks of Portwest.

FEATURES

MARKET LEADING COMPONENTS AND DESIGN FEATURES

The latest research and technology, coupled with premium fabrics and components ensure complete worker protection.

As industry demands evolve we continue to innovate. Our HiVisTex Pro retroreflective tape can withstand 50+ washes. ID card holders feature on both garments and head protection to allow for quick identification. Stretch and reinforced panels allow ease of movement with added durability. Taped and welded seams keep you dry in all weather. Adjustable hems, elasticated cuffs, and innovative wire lace fastening systems all ensure a safe fit.

TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE

Taped and welded seams

Reinforced panels

Triple-stitched seams

Hi-VisTex retroreflective tape lasts 50+ washes

50+ UPF protection

COMFORT AND MOVEMENT

Innovative stretch fabrics

Underarm and back ventilation panels

Hi-VisTex Pro segmented tape

ENHANCED FUNCTIONALITY

ID card holders

INNOVATIVE FABRIC FINISHES USED TO ENHANCE GARMENT PERFORMANCE.

Metal and glass fibre free

Touchscreen ready

INNOVATIVE PROTECTION

Innovative wire lace fastening systems

Oleophobic coated eye and hand protection

ADJUSTABLE FIT

Hook and loop cuffs and wrist straps

Adjustable leg length

TEXPEL™ SPLASH ECO

This year TEXPEL™ SPLASH is changing to TEXPEL™ SPLASH ECO. A durable water resistant finish (DWR) which is free from harmful polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals. Water beads up and rolls off the surface of the fabric

TEXPEL™ SPLASH

Extremely water resistant fabric finish, water beads away from fabric surface

TEXPEL™ SOS - STAIN-OIL-SPLASH

Premium stain resistant finish repels oil, water and grime

TEXPEL™ WICK DRYING EFFECT

Quality wicking fabric finish enhances drying and aids stain removal

TEXPEL™ MICRO

A unique technology that inhibits the spread and growth of harmful microbes such as bacteria, fungi, spores and viruses

MADE FOR WOMEN FIT

FOR PURPOSE

When creating protective wear for women, our designers are focused on reducing risk and increasing comfort, allowing workers to do their job unhindered. Garments are designed in line with average women’s measurements such as height and arm length, thus reducing the risk of tripping or snagging. Additional tailoring around the waist and hips ensures maximum comfort over long periods of time.