Avon Protection launches new EXOSKIN-S2 suit
Avon Protection has released its EXOSKIN-S2 high-performance CBRN suit, designed for operators in the military, first responders and special forces segments.
The release expands the protective suit options that users have across the spectrum of CBRN threat environments. The EXOSKIN-S1, low-burden system, released in early 2024, is designed for lower risk operations, while the new EXOSKIN-S2 offers a protection profile tailored toward operations with higher threat levels.
EXOSKIN-S2 has an advanced Avon Protection design that uses an activated carbon fabric inner layer for enhanced protection against aerosol threats, vapour, liquid and particulate chemical warfare agents, according to a press release from Avon Protection. "Combined with a low-noise emitting outer layer, the suit provides improved protection for operations in CBRN environments of up to 24-hour duration for longer time in the field," the press release adds.
"EXOSKIN-S2 retains the ‘suit as a system’ ensemble design of the original EXOSKIN-S1 suit with its focus on seamless integration with essential CBRN protective equipment, including Avon Protection respirators, EXOSKIN-B1 boots and EXOSKIN-G1 gloves. Key enablers include an integrated hood with double elasticated aperture that ensures a protective seal around the respirator, maximising protection without restricting movement. It also features hook and loop adjustable tabs on the lower legs, a thumb loop and inner leg gaiter with stirrup to prevent ingress when worn."
Other features across the EXOSKIN suit range include a quarter zip or full zip with hook and loop fastening for improved integration with body armour, as well as and multiple outer fabric pattern and colour designs to minimise user detection in hostile environments.
"Our EXOSKIN range has been designed to protect operators from CBRN threats while reducing the physiological burden, so they stay more comfortable for longer," said the president of Avon Protection, Steve Elwell. "With EXOSKIN-S2, we are giving users a greater choice of protection levels and continuing to deliver the Avon Protection quality assurance they know and trust to keep their operators safe in demanding environments."
