Product Overview
The ProRTX High Visibility sweatshirt is a medium-weight essential for any professional working in environments where being seen is not just a preference, but a regulatory requirement. Crafted from a 100% polyester fabric with a brushed fleece inner, this sweatshirt offers a balance of warmth and durability that serves as an ideal mid-layer or outer garment depending on the season. Its design prioritises longevity, featuring contrast-coloured ribbing on the collar, cuffs, and hem to help mask the inevitable dirt and grime of a busy site, ensuring you maintain a professional appearance throughout the week.
Key Features
- High-Visibility Certification: Certified to EN ISO 20471:2013+A1:2016, providing Class 3 protection, which is the highest level of visibility for high-risk environments.
- Railway Safety Standard: The orange variant meets RIS-3279-TOM ISSUE 1:2016 standards, making it suitable for use on UK rail networks.
- Brushed Fleece Lining: The internal fabric is brushed for a soft finish, providing thermal insulation and comfort during colder shifts.
- Strategic Contrast Panels: Navy contrast ribbing at the points of highest contact—the collar, cuffs, and hem—helps hide marks and maintains a cleaner look for longer.
- Reflective Security: Features reflective tape across the shoulders, arms, and torso to ensure maximum visibility from all angles.
Design & Performance
This sweatshirt is engineered from a medium-weight polyester that provides a substantial feel without being overly bulky. The 100% polyester composition is specifically chosen for its moisture-wicking properties and its ability to hold its shape after repeated industrial laundering. The addition of reflective tape is not merely a safety feature; it is applied in a configuration that allows for natural movement, ensuring the garment does not feel restrictive when reaching or lifting.
The brushed fleece interior is particularly effective at trapping a layer of warm air against the body, making this an excellent choice for outdoor work during transitional seasons. The ribbed cuffs and hem provide a secure fit, preventing draughts from entering the garment and helping to keep the sleeves in place when worn under a heavier jacket.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
This high-visibility sweatshirt is an excellent canvas for corporate branding, supporting both print and embroidery. For a professional appearance that stands the test of time, we recommend embroidery for company logos and staff names on the chest. The medium-weight fabric provides a stable base for high-density stitching without puckering.
Alternatively, if you require large, bold designs—such as 'CONTRACTOR' or 'VISITOR' across the back—our heat-applied printing process is ideal. Every customisation is handled by our expert in-house team in Telford. Having been in the business since 1976, we understand exactly how to apply your branding without compromising the safety certifications or the integrity of the reflective tape.
Use Cases
The ProRTX sweatshirt is designed for professionals across a variety of sectors. The orange version is a requirement for railway workers, while both the yellow and orange options are standard for construction sites, warehouse operations, and recovery services. It is also a practical choice for delivery drivers and logistics staff who frequently move between temperature-controlled vehicles and outdoor environments.
Why MyWorkwear
MyWorkwear has been a specialist in the trade since 1976. Operating from our facility in Telford, we bring decades of technical expertise to every garment we produce. We don't just supply workwear; we provide engineered solutions that help British businesses stay safe and look professional. When you choose us, you are benefiting from nearly half a century of knowledge in fabric performance and customisation techniques.
Practical Advice
This sweatshirt is designed with a generous fit to allow for layering over t-shirts or base layers. If you prefer a more tailored fit, you may wish to review the size guide carefully, as the range extends from Small up to 5XL to accommodate all team members. When layering, ensure that your outer garment does not completely obscure the reflective tape if you are working in a Class 3 required area.
Caring for your product
To maintain the performance of the high-visibility elements and the integrity of the polyester fabric, it is vital to follow the care instructions precisely. Failure to do so can result in the loss of reflective luminosity and fabric degradation.
We recommend a machine wash at 40°C. This temperature is sufficient to remove most industrial dirt while protecting the heat-applied reflective strips. Please avoid using bleach, as it will destroy the high-visibility dyes and damage the polyester fibres beyond repair.
Do not iron this garment. High heat from an iron can melt the synthetic fibres and cause the reflective tape to peel or crack. Similarly, do not tumble dry or dry clean the sweatshirt; the mechanical stress and chemical exposure can compromise the safety certifications. For best results, allow the garment to air dry naturally away from direct heat sources.
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