WaterArmor Gaiters
Each one-size-fits-all gaiter covers the shin and metatarsal area of the foot, and can be worn over a boot of any style. A hinged design lets the user kneel and move comfortably. The gaiters are durable, easy to clean, and can be left on boots.
These gaiters are tough, yet lightweight. They are specifically designed for high-pressure water jet operators using hand-held, 10,000 psi (700 bar) water jet equipment.
The gaiters are designed to work with WaterArmor, which consists of replaceable sections made of tough, flexible TurtleSkin. This multi-layered fabric features a grade of DuPont's Kevlar fiber commonly used in bullet-proof vests. The five-pound (2.3 kg) apparel, covered by a waterproof, abrasion-resistant outer shell, allows air circulation that keeps operators cool.
The gaiters have a polypropylene outer cover, for easy cleaning with just a hose and mild soap and water.
In laboratory tests, WaterArmor was not penetrated by water jets operating at pressures of 10,000 psi (700 bar) with a flow rate of 16 gpm (60 lpm). The velocity was 8.2 feet per second (2.5 m/sec) at a nozzle stand-off of 1.25 inches (32 mm). It is not intended for use above 10,00 psi.
NLB Corp., 29830 Beck Rd., Wixom, MI 48393-2824. Tel: 248-624-5555. Fax: 248-624-0908.