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Using a winter respirator in the cold.
Breathing cold air may exacerbate respiratory diseases such as Asthma and COPD. This is because cold air inflames bronchial passages and can make breathing difficult. ColdAvenger face masks passively warm...
ColdAvenger Supports Seal Study
Missoula, MT: ColdAvenger provides SnowHunter Half Masks to Antarctic scientists studying Weddell seals. Weddell seals are a prominent Antarctic marine predator associated with fast ice (sea ice that is "fastened" to the coastline)....
Protect yourself from "Cold Stress"
Workers who are exposed to extreme cold or work in cold environments may be at risk of cold stress. Extremely cold or wet weather is a dangerous situation that can...
Dangers of Breathing Cold Air
Prolonged exposure to cold air can present a serious threat to the body's vital organs and systems. The body uses a few different means to protect itself from cold air,...
The Type of Cold Weather Clothing Most Overlooked
When it comes to preparing for the cold, the proper types of clothing are important. Not only will the proper clothing keep you warm and comfortable, but in some cases,...
Working in Cold Storage
Working in cold storage facilities can be taxing on the body. Here are some tips taken from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. 11.2 Personnel Working in...
ColdAvenger White Paper on the Dangers of Cold Stress
Here is a link to our white paper on Cold Stress.
Why Do My Glasses Fog Up?
Having glasses and goggles fog up in cold weather is very annoying. Once you understand why the fogging is happening, solving the issue becomes an attainable goal. Let’s take a...
Winter Camping tips to Keep You Toasty
The world can divided into two groups of people: those who camp and those who don’t. Maybe that’s oversimplifying things. Maybe its three groups: those who wouldn’t be caught dead in...
What is Cold Stress & How Does It Affect The Worker?
Exposure to cold weather can affect workers in various ways. It can cause loss of manual dexterity, increase accidents on the job, and decrease worker performance. Continuous cold weather exposure...
Why Humidification is Important
Dryness associated with cold air is the root of many breathing issues. Bronchial passages start to dry out and expose people to illness and breathing difficulties. By passively humidifying each...
How Can The Risk of Cold Stress Be Managed?
Employers can help protect workers from cold stress by practicing basic management principles: Provide worker training on the effects of cold exposure Control the work environment with heaters and windbreaks...
