Product Overview
The Yoko Hi-vis polycotton cargo trousers are a substantial choice for professionals who demand both visibility and practical utility in their workwear. Crafted from a robust, heavyweight fabric, these trousers are designed to withstand the rigours of daily labour while providing the safety certifications necessary for high-risk environments. Whether you are working on a construction site or managing logistics, the combination of durability and enhanced visibility makes these an essential component of your professional uniform.
Key Features
- High-Visibility Standards: The Yellow and Orange versions conform to EN ISO20471 Class 1, while the Orange variant specifically meets RIS-3279-TOM standards for rail industry use, ensuring you remain compliant and seen.
- Enhanced Visibility Options: The Black and Navy versions are designed for environments where full high-visibility certification is not required, but enhanced visibility is still preferred for safety.
- Water Repellent Finish: The polycotton fabric is treated with a durable water repellent finish, helping you stay dry and comfortable during light rain or when working in damp conditions.
- Specialised Storage: Two cargo pockets feature extra reflective tape and border trimming, providing secure storage for tools while adding an extra layer of visibility.
- Knee Protection: Integrated knee pad pockets with concealed access allow for the insertion of padding, protecting your joints during floor-based tasks without compromising the trousers' professional appearance.
Design & Performance
These trousers are engineered from a heavyweight blend of 80% polyester and 20% cotton. This specific composition balances the hard-wearing nature of polyester with the breathable comfort of cotton, making them suitable for year-round use. The fabric is thick and substantial, providing a protective barrier against abrasions and general wear and tear on the job.
For ease of movement throughout the day, the waistband is partly elasticated and includes five belt loops, ensuring a secure fit even when the cargo pockets are loaded with equipment. The match-colour zip fly and button fastening maintain a cohesive, well-engineered look. Performance is further enhanced by the inclusion of genuine 3M reflective tape, known for its superior light-reflective properties and durability compared to standard reflective materials.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
To ensure your team presents a professional appearance, these cargo trousers are suitable for both print and embroidery. Embroidery is particularly effective on the cargo pocket flaps or hip area for a superior finish that withstands repeated laundering, making it the ideal choice for company logos and individual names.
Alternatively, garment printing is an excellent choice for larger, bold designs that need to stand out from a distance. Our expert in-house team in Telford has been providing high-quality customisation since 1976, ensuring that your branding is applied with precision and care to maintain the garment's safety features and aesthetic appeal.
Use Cases
These trousers are highly versatile and suited to a wide range of industries. The Orange version is specifically required for rail workers under RIS-3279-TOM standards, while the Yellow version is essential for construction, roadworks, and site surveying. The Navy and Black options are popular with warehouse staff, delivery drivers, and maintenance engineers who require the utility of cargo pockets and the safety of reflective tape without the need for full fluorescent garments.
Why MyWorkwear
With a heritage dating back to 1976, MyWorkwear has decades of experience in providing reliable workwear solutions across the UK. Based in Telford, our expertise in garment customisation and safety standards means we understand exactly what tradespeople and business owners need: clothing that works as hard as they do. When you choose MyWorkwear, you are benefitting from nearly fifty years of technical knowledge and a commitment to quality.
Practical Advice
Available in a broad size range from 28 to 48-inch waists, and in both Regular (31") and Long (33") leg lengths, it is important to select the correct fit to ensure the knee pad pockets sit at the right height for your legs when kneeling. If you are frequently layering thermal leggings underneath during winter months, you may wish to consider the partly elasticated waist, which offers some flexibility in fit.
Caring for your product
To maintain the performance and safety certifications of these trousers, we recommend a domestic wash at a maximum temperature of 40°C. Washing at higher temperatures can degrade the water-repellent coating and reduce the effectiveness of the 3M reflective tape.
It is crucial to avoid using bleach, as this will damage the high-visibility pigments and the structural integrity of the polycotton fibres. These trousers should not be tumble dried; the heat from a dryer can cause the reflective tape to peel or crack. Air drying is the best method to ensure the garment retains its shape and safety properties.
Do not iron or dry clean this product. Direct heat from an iron can melt the synthetic fibres and the reflective elements. Please note that this garment has a maximum limit of 25 wash cycles to ensure it remains compliant with safety standards; exceeding this may reduce the visibility performance below the required safety threshold.
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