Hairnets are required in most food processing facilities and other clean room work scenarios where hair control is critical.

Hairnet Sizing

• Size of hairnet is the outer circumference when hairnet is laid flat on table
• Regardless of the hairnet size, the elastic is the same circumference within the same brand
• You should order a larger size based on length of hair, not size of head:
• Short Hair – Use size 18” or 19” hairnet
• Long, Thick Hair – Use various sizes up to 28” or larger
• Imported listings are less expensive, but come packaged in bags; domestic hairnets are usually packaged in dispenser boxes

Rainwear Basics

• The term “three-piece suit” implies bib overalls, a jacket, and a detachable hood
• The thickness of the suits coating is measured either by the term mil (1/1,000 of an inch) or mm (millimeters)
• The thinner the coating, the more light and flexible the suit; however, you do suffer in abrasion resistance and longevity of the material
• Remember that many rainsuits are not used for rain, but chemical protection, so it is important to match up the coating material with the chemical being used

Substrate is a term used for the fabric that the waterproof coating is attached to which gives the suit its strength, durability, and cut resistance.

• If coated only on the outside, the rainsuit is referred to as fabric lined. This may be for comfort against the skin and sweat absorption.
• If coated on both sides or double-coated, then the fabric is referred to as a scrim.
• We sell one style of a 3-piece rainsuit and rain poncho without a fabric substrate, they are very economical and considered disposable.

The coating of a rainsuit determines the chemical resistance, flexibility, and durability.