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Petzl Vertex is an ergonomic, closed-shell safety helmet for professional use. This updated model features a new structure and accessory compatibility starting from 04/2019. It is designed for versatile applications, both in fall-risk environments and for work on level ground. Recommended for industrial use as well as the electrical and energy sectors. The helmet can be quickly fitted with the new-style Petzl Vizir eye shield, Protector visor cover, Vizen full-face shield, or Vizen Mesh mesh visor using the included EasyClip quick-attachment pins, which replace the black side pieces on the helmet. All Bollé Safety welding masks can also be attached using separately available adapters. Removal is tool-free and done simply by pressing the buttons.

Slots on the sides allow attachment of hearing protection. Compatible with the most common helmet-mounted hearing protectors (including Sordin). Identical mounting points at the front and rear can be used, for example, for a headlamp quick-mount plate or ID card holder. Integrated side clips allow a headlamp to be attached with a headband. Rear attachment points are provided for a neck protector.

The chinstrap features a Dual selector: the user can choose the EN12492 setting for work in fall-risk environments (chinstrap remains fastened under a 50 daN(kg) pull), or the EN397 setting for work on level ground (chinstrap releases under a 25 daN(kg) pull). The 6-point harness keeps the helmet securely on the head even in difficult working positions and provides excellent comfort. Thanks to the CenterFit adjustment system (53–63 cm), the helmet is always properly centered and fits extremely well. The two external side adjustment wheels are easy to use even while wearing gloves. The Flip&Fit internal suspension folds into the helmet for protection during transport and is easy to deploy when needed. The helmet has no brim that could interfere with work, strain the neck, or restrict the field of vision, and no stiffening rib that could catch on structures.

Vertex helmets offer good compatibility with other protective equipment. Recommended for use, for example, with GVS Elipse half-mask respirators and Bollé Safety eye protection.

Maximum service life: 10 years, resulting in over 77% less environmental waste compared to a standard helmet.

Shell material: ABS. Weight: 490 g.

3-year warranty against material and manufacturing defects.

Certification: CE EN397, EN50365. ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type 1 Class E LT. EAC.

NOTE! This new Vertex Vent is not compatible with Vizir and Vizir Shadow eye shields or Vizen full-face shields designed for helmets manufactured before 04/2019. You can identify incompatible models by their mounting screws, whereas compatible new models use tool-free EasyClip quick-attachment points. For reference: thanks to the Dual selector, Vertex has replaced the earlier Vertex Best and Vertex ST models, which were discontinued from the range as of 04/2019. Tested to protect the head in accordance with the following test methods:
Mandatory requirements of the EN397 standard:

• 5.1.1. Shock absorption from impact caused by a falling single object (5 kg from a height of 1 m)
• 5.1.2. Resistance to penetration by a single object into the helmet (3 kg, 60-degree sharp steel cone from a height of 1 m)
• 5.1.3. Flame resistance
• 5.1.4. Chinstrap release performance: remains fastened under a 15 daN pull and releases by 25 daN at the latest (when the Dual selector is in the <25 kg position)

Optional requirements of the EN397 standard:

• 5.2.1. Protection at low temperatures (-30 C)
• 5.2.3. Protection against electric shock
• 5.2.4. Lateral deformation protection (LD)
• 5.2.5. Protection against molten metal splash (MM)

Mandatory requirements of the EN50365 standard:

• Suitable for live working in accordance with EN 50365 Class 0 (1000 V A.C, 1500 V D.C). Additional information: also tested in accordance with ANSI Z89.1-2014 Type I Class E up to 20,000 V.

Mandatory requirements of the EN12492 standard:

• 5.7.3 High force required to open the chinstrap so that the helmet does not come off due to impact to the head in a fall situation (when the Dual selector is in the >50 kg position)
• 4.2.1.1 Shock absorption from falling objects dropped from over 1 meter (5 kg from a height of 2 m)
• 4.2.1.2 Front impact protection
• 4.2.1.3 Side impact protection
• 4.2.1.4 Rear impact protection
• 4.2.2 Resistance to penetration by multiple objects into the helmet (3 kg pointed weight from a height of 1 m, 2x)
• 4.2.3 Strength of the head harness
• 4.2.4 Tilt test (10 kg falling load pulls upward on the helmet rim from the front and rear)