Dupont Protection Solutions has launched Dupont Tyvek 800 J, a new Type 3 liquid tight garment for personal protective apparel and is a limited use chemical protective cover all.

As per a Dupont press release, Tyvek 800 J offers a combination of durability and lightweight comfort in environments that require chemical, liquid and or oil protection.

Tyvek 800 J is designed for use in industrial cleaning applications, including pressure washing and tank cleaning, food processing, petrochemical installations, environmental remediation and maintenance.

In addition, Tyvek 800 J offers resistance to pressurised jets of low-concentration, water-based, inorganic chemicals and is suitable for use in cleaning operations using spray guns where liquids may splash.

“Tyvek 800 J was developed to offer superior protection with the freedom of movement and durability wearers of Tyvek expect,” North America marketing manager Dave Kee said.

“The garment is further enhanced by a streamlined fit with an integrated hood and closures at the wrists and legs for ease of donning and doffing,” Kee added.

“The garment design also features distinct orange taped seams to provide color contrast,” he informed.

Dupont Protection Solutions is a global leader in products and solutions that protect what matters like people, structures and the environment.

Dupont Kevlar helps protect law enforcement officers, military personnel, athletes and astronauts.

While, Dupont Nomex helps protect firefighters, industrial workers and racecar drivers, as well as mass transit and wind energy systems.

Dupont Tyvek helps protect chemical industrial workers, as well as sterile medical devices and building construction and Dupont Corian resists growth of bacteria to help protect hospital patients against infection. (AR)