The Suit That’s Breaking Tradition White Glacier is the pioneer of the non-traditional cold water immersion suit. Through a patented combination of cutting edge materials the White Glacier Arctic 25 cold water Frustrated with the restrictions of neoprene immersion suits the White Glacier team sought an alternative that would provide better buoyancy and protection against hypothermia. With over 30 years experience developing and manufacturing critical life saving products, White Glacier is introducing the first suit of its kind. immersion suit is breaking tradition, setting new standards, and changing the way the maritime community looks at safety in a few big ways. The New IM MER S ION SUIT STANDARD Has Arrived Fire Resistant Safe Jumping The suit is made of fire-resistant non-neoprene White Glacier goes above and beyond current material that can withstand flames for twice the IMO standards, ensuring a maximum chance time than what is required by the IMO. The for survival. The suit enables survivors to jump a suitʼs extended fire-resistance allows survivors to vertical height of 10-meters unscathed and escape fiery conditions unharmed while without sustaining suit damage, thatʼs more than maintaining the suitʼs integrity. twice the height thatʼs mandated. Partial Suit Removable Temperature Control The upper portion of the suit can be removed to Even the smallest amounts of water can significantly allow the user to freely use their arms and affect the insulation material of a neoprene hands to administer first aid, attend to hygienic immersion suit, resulting in fatal consequences. needs, and eat or drink. This unique feature However, if the victimʼs clothes are wet when was designed to improve functionality while donning the White Glacier suit, their core body increasing victim survivability and longevity temperature will be stabilized within 10 minutes when waiting for rescue. and clothes will be nearly dry within 2 hours. Long Lasting Protection Quick Donning Protective Cabin Ultimate Visibility White Glacierʼs immersion suit protects In an emergency evacuation time is of the When the upper portion of the suit is removed, Depending on preference, the White Glacier survivors from freezing temperatures, essence. The White Glacier suit can be the user can employ the fold over protective suit can be used to float two ways, horizontally dangerously cold water, frigid arctic wind, completely donned under 60 seconds. In cabin, which extends from the neck, covers the and vertically. This results in improved survivor waves, and the effects of hypothermia for situations where time is limited, the suit can head, and reaches down to the abdomen. visibility and an increased likelihood of being over 25 hours. The suit meets and exceeds be partially donned within 15 seconds and Survivors are protected from the elements and seen by passing sea vessels or aircraft rescue. the requirements of SOLAS, LSA, and MSC allows the survivor to complete the process able to cool off in the heat of day while in 81(70) IMO. while in the water. temperate waters. [Low Maintenance Zipper] With a corroded or improperly working zipper, survivors could be exposed to cold water and freezing temperatures rendering the suit inoperable. White Glacier suits are pre-lubricated and do not require routine lubrication or wax to maintain functionality of zippers. The Insider Guide to White Glacier’s Immersion Suit Take a closer look at the immersion suit that is changing industry standards. White Glacier holds an exclusive patent to manufacture the only suit of its kind. For the first time, a real solution to hypothermia has been created. [Built-In Harness] The White Glacier suit has a built-in harnesses allowing for a simpler, faster, and a more efficient rescue. [Non-Neoprene Material] Because the suit is made of non-neoprene material, the overall performance and longevity of the product is significantly improved. Victims are protected from the affects of hypothermia for more than 25 hours, far surpassing the limitations of similar products. [Partial Suit Removal] Most immersion suits are restrictive and can limit the mobility of victims. The upper portion of the White Glacier suit can be removed to allow for full flexibility, allowing survivors to freely use their arms and hands without compromising protection from harsh elements and frigid temperatures. [Protective Cabin] The fold over protective cabin is located behind the neck and extends across the entire upper portion of the body, protecting the survivor from varying warm and cold temperatures. WhiteGlacier.com 295 Palmas Inn Way, PMB 156 Humacao Puerto Rico 00791 855-77GLACIER (855-774-5224)
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