The increase in heat waves not only causes fatigue but also poses many serious health risks. To cope with these harsh weather conditions, personal cooling technologies have been developing strongly, providing effective solutions to help workers maintain stable body temperature in harsh working environments.
Mr. Dong Hung, a technology motorbike taxi driver, shared that the weather in Hanoi is preparing to enter the severe heat of summer. Since last year, sun-resistant windbreakers with " Mobilized" ventilation fans have become a trend in the technology motorbike taxi drivers and some occupations have to regularly go out on other roads. However, these shirts have not yet effectively solved the problem that drivers encounter.
"Technology is developing strongly, I hope to soon have products to help make my driving work less difficult," Mr. Hung shared.
Wearable air conditioners
The idea of an outfit that can cool the body is no longer science fiction but has become a reality with many advanced products. Personal cooling sets are gradually becoming necessary equipment for those who have to work in high temperatures.
One of the outstanding technologies today in the world is the circulating water cooling system, which originated from research for pilots and astronauts in the mid-20th century.
This system uses water pipes or cooling solutions that flow continuously through the wearer to absorb heat from the body and reduce heat. Although highly effective, these outfits are quite bulky and require a power source to operate, which limits the scope of application for jobs that require continuous travel.
In order to solve the problem of flexibility and convenience, the technology of cooling with transferable materials has been developed. Coatings containing cooling gel can be frozen before use, helping the wearer maintain a cool feeling for many hours.
These products are especially useful for workers in service industries such as fast food or transportation, where they are exposed to high temperatures from the surrounding environment and artificial heat from vehicles or the kitchen.
Another notable improvement comes from the fan jacket product line. These shirts integrate a small fan powered by a battery, creating a circulating air flow to help the body heat faster. Thanks to the development of battery and engine technology, current fan jacket models can operate continuously for many hours without causing obstruction for the wearer.
Among the highly practical initiatives, a product that is receiving much attention is IcePlates - ice packages that can be attached to a vest or worn on the wearer.
With a compact and easy-to-use design, IcePlates help reduce body temperature in the same way as when placing a ice pack on the skin, but are more convenient thanks to their ability to station firmly on the body. These cooling plates have now been widely applied in the fast food industry, warehousing and even security forces.
Not only stopping at existing products, personal cooling technology is constantly being improved. Recent studies show the potential of applying heat sensors to automatically regulate cooling levels depending on the actual needs of the body, opening up the prospect of a generation of smart cooling clothes in the near future.
Heatproof technology is developing strongly
Global climate change is making the need for heat-resistant solutions more urgent than ever. For those who have to work in high temperature conditions, the ability to maintain a safe and comfortable working environment not only helps increase labor productivity but also protects long-term health. Therefore, the development of personal cooling technology not only meets immediate needs but also becomes an inevitable trend in the future.
Not only limited to some specific industries, personal cooling technology is gradually expanding to many different fields. From construction workers, delivery staff, to those working in closed environments such as warehouses or factories, everyone can benefit from these products. Businesses are also increasingly aware of the importance of equipping employees with appropriate heat protection tools to minimize the risk of heat exhaustion and improve work efficiency.
The popularity of personal cooling devices also promotes diversification in product design and features. If in the past, most products only focused on basic cooling capabilities, now, manufacturers are aiming to combine many different cooling methods in the same product.
For example, some modern cooling shirt models not only use frozen gel but also integrate a fan or heat reflector system, helping to optimize cooling efficiency in many different environmental conditions.
Another important factor that promotes the development of cooling technology is the improvement in manufacturing materials. Light, durable and good insulation materials are widely used, helping cooling products become more flexible without affecting the comfort of the user. At the same time, the advancement in battery and engine technology also helps improve the performance of mobile cooling devices, extending the use time without significantly increasing product weight.
In addition to individual solutions, large-scale cooling systems are also being researched and implemented to support workers in outdoor environments. Mobile cooling house models, resting areas equipped with fog spraying systems or even special heat shields are being applied at many construction sites and industrial parks. These solutions not only help reduce the impact of high temperatures but also contribute to improving the general working conditions for workers.
Looking to the future, it can be seen that personal cooling technology will continue to develop even more strongly, with products that are increasingly smarter and more convenient. advances in the field of heat sensors and artificial intelligence promise to bring outfits that can automatically regulate temperature, helping to optimize cooling efficiency without causing discomfort to users.
As global temperatures continue to rise, these solutions are not only a convenience but also an important factor in helping to protect health and improve the quality of life for millions of workers around the world.
