Next Generation of Safety Technology in Fire and Rescue
Mips’ technology is designed to help reduce harmful rotational motion to the head in certain impacts, for users in demanding environments. Rotational motion is a common cause of concussions and more severe brain injury in oblique hits to the head. The Mips system consists of a low-friction layer mounted inside the helmet. In an angled impact to the head and helmet, the low friction layer is designed to move 10-15mm inside the helmet to help redirect forces away from the head. This is intended to help reduce the risk of brain injury.
Helmets equipped with the Mips technology can be found in a wide range of applications, from bicycle helmets to industrial safety helmets, from skiing, to motorcycling, equestrian riding and more.
“At Mips, our mission is to be leading the world towards safer helmets. And in Dräger, we have found a great partner to do so. The collaboration brings together two teams that are dedicated to advancing helmet development. It will allow us to explore our technology in a field where safety is paramount and where innovation can make a real difference,” says Olof Rylander, Senior Business Developer Safety at Mips.
Dräger develops advanced head protection systems designed to support firefighters and rescue teams operating in complex and hazardous conditions. Head protection, and the proper use of it, is key for keeping firefighters, rescue teams and first responders safe.
“We are very excited about this partnership with Mips, as it reflects our shared ambition to advance head protection for firefighters and rescue teams. The HPS SafeGuard will be the first fire helmet to be equipped with the Mips safety system, addressing a clear customer need for even better protection in high demanding firefighting and rescue environments”, says Markus Lamm, Product Manager for fire and rescue helmets at Dräger.
