Arm Immersion Cooling System

An arm immersion cooling system is a portable heat stress prevention unit that allows users to immerse their hands and forearms to reduce body heat. 


Risks Addressed:

Heat-related illnesses are caused by working in high temperatures, high humidity and/or direct sun for an extended period of time. Thousands of outdoor workers suffer from heat-related illnesses each year. In addition, many workers die from heat induced illnesses each year. In 2010 alone, 30 workers died from heat stroke.
 
In hot environments, the body maintains a stable temperature by circulating blood to the skin and through sweating, both of which release excess heat. If the body cannot get rid of excess heat, the core temperature rises and the heart rate increases. As the body continues to store heat, concentrating on a task becomes difficult, irritability and sickness may occur, and an individual often loses the desire to drink water. Fainting and even death can occur if the person does not cool down (OSHA Fact Sheet).
 
Heat stress can lead to many different conditions, including, but not limited to, heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat syncope, heat cramps, and/or heat rash. Prevention of heat stress in workers is important (CDC Heat Stress).

How Risks are Reduced:

The Immersion Cooling Equipment enables the user to rapidly cool his or her body. This is most effectively done when the user’s forearms and hands are fully submerged in ice water. Heat is transferred from the body to the ice and water in the system through convection and conduction. Using ICE optimizes the cooling effect and successfully lowers core temperature, which will also lower heart rate and blood pressure.

Availability

First Line Technology
To obtain information, visit Immersion Cooling Equipment (ICE) or contact 1-703-955-7510 info@firstlinetech.com