DuPont launches the new Tyvek Labo coverall - to protect the wearer, products and processes

The controlled environments in laboratories or the pharmaceutical industry mean that people working in those environments, the products being manufactured or the production processes all need protecting. To resolve this issue and to complete the trusted Tyvek range, DuPont has developed the new Tyvek Labo coverall.

Protecting the people
Tyvek Labo has an inherent barrier ensuring protection throughout the life of the garment and is antistatically treated to dissipate electrostatic charges when the wearer and garment are earthed. The suit is certified to type 5 & 6 and offers 1.3% particle hold-out for particles of size 0.6 micron based on the test method EN ISO 13982-2:2004. It offers a chemical permeation barrier to many low concentrated inorganic chemicals.

Protecting the products or processes
Tyvek continuous, strong, high density polyethylene fibres do not shed and it does not contain additives or fillers. Even after surface abrasion, the fabric retains a high level barrier and the internal seams help to minimize the risk of contamination whether from the person wearing the coverall or the environment that the person is working in.

Outstanding design for ultimate comfort and safety
The tunnelled elastic cuffs, ankles and a half elasticated hood ensure best facial fit and a slip resistant shoe cover system prevents the wearer from slipping. All these features combined maximize the wearer's protection whilst providing a 'feel good effect' that brings freedom of movement and ultimate comfort.

Further details on the new Tyvek Labo can be found at www.dpp-europe.com. Tyvek Labo will be available across Europe from early 2011.