THE “GREAT ESCAPE” POCKET

SMOKE HOOD
ABOUT US
Geophysical Services markets safe and effective pocket-sized escape smoke hoods,
that protect the head, face, eyes and lungs, from the adverse affects of smoke, dripping
and flaming plastic, and chemical and biological agents.

Our aim is to provide high-performance pocket sized escape smoke hoods at a price that
everybody can afford.

Our associates include specialists who have been working on the design of smoke
hoods, gas masks and absorptive and catalytic purification systems for more than 20
years.

Valuable feedback from our customers has enabled us to incorporate the desired
features into our signature product the “Great Escape” Smoke Hood.

Contact details: -

88A Circular Road,

Singapore
049439

TECHNOLOGY
The “Great Escape” pocket smoke hood is the first in our range of smoke hoods, and
biological, chemical, nuclear (NBC) protective products.

The smoke hood was primarily designed for use by aircraft passengers in case of fire
onboard.

A further development of the smoke hood was undertaken, and a HEPTA filter was
incorporated into the design, to enable the removal of microscopic biological materials,
such as anthrax.

High performance, and equally compact systems, comprising of precious metal

catalysts, and high capacity absorbents are under development. Such products will
provide much extended periods of protection, as would be required in areas far removed
from safety, such as in submarines and deep coalmines.

With our partners we can develop products to meet the specific needs of our customers.

Please feel free to contact us, and let us know your requirements.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Kapton Film (DuPont) DuPontTM Kapton® polyimide film

The function of the Kapton film:-

Kapton film forms the main structure of the smoke hood.
The Kapton hood supports the filters and neck seal.
The Kapton hood is strong, clear, electrically resistant, heat resistant and self-extinguishing.

ITEM Conforms to Test Property Tested &

Approved
Kapton Film UL file E39505 electrical properties
Kapton Film Military Spec. MIL-P- Thermal Durability:
46112 B Elongation after ageing
at 400C
Kapton Film ASTM D-5213-95 polymeric resin film for
electrical insulation &
dielectric applications
Kapton Film ASTM D-149-94 Dielectric Strength
Kapton Film ASTM D-150-94 Dielectric Constant
Kapton Film ASTM D-257-93 Volume Resisitivity
Kapton Film ASTM D-882-91 tensile strength
Kapton Film ASTM D-570-92 moisture absorption, 24h
at 23C.

Glass Tape (3M) 3M

The functions of the glass tape:-

To hold the filters in place on the Kapton hood.

Silicone glue type glass tape is used to ensure the tape and glue and withstand high
temperatures.

Property Value

Tensile Strength 314N/10mm

Elonation at Break 5%
Adhesion 4.4N/10mm
Electrical Strength 3000V
Insulation Resistance 4.8x104 megaOhms
Electrolytic Corosion Factor 0.9
Functional for Life 200C

ASTM-D-1000 test methods

Natural Rubber Neck-Seals

Function of the rubber neck-seal:-

The natural rubber neck-seals are designed to form a heat-restistant and air-tight seal between
the hood and the user's neck.
The tensile strength of natural rubber is the strongest, and elongation of 10 times is possible
without tearing. Heat resistance is to 150+C.
The neckseal is supplied in black, day-glo colours, or other colours, according to the customer's
requirement. Day-Glo colours are recommended for greater visibility.

Property Typical Value Test Method

Modulus at 100% 1.0 Mpa NF T 46-002
Modulus at 300% 2.0MPa NF T 46-002
Modulus at 500% 4.0MPa NF T 46-002
Ultimate Tensile Strength 28.8MPa NF T 46-002
Elongation at Break 900% NF T 46-002
Perforation Resistance 30N NF EN 388
Tear Strength 100N NF T 46-033

Compatable with :- Alkalis such as sodium hydroxide and ammonium

hydroxide
Non-oxiding acids such as hydrochloric acid
Water based materials
Sea water
Alcohols

ACTIVATED-CARBON FELT

Function of Activated Carbon Felt:-

Flame-retardant Absorbent of Oxidized PAN Fibre.
Designed to withstand at least 400C, and to remove toxic gases and smoke particles.

Parameter Tested Value

BET surface area 1100m2/g

Total pore volume 0.45-0.55
Average pore diameter 19-20 Angstroms
Decomposition Temperature >500 C
Endurable Temperature 400-500 C
Tensile Strength 1.5 - 2.0 g/d
Tensile Elongation 10 - 20%
Young's Modulus 450 - 700 kg/mm2
Specific electrical resistance 108 -1010 ohm cm

ACTIVATED-CARBON FELT
Function of Activated Carbon Felt:-
High-performance Flame-retardant Absorbent of Oxidized PAN Fibre.
Designed to withstand at least 400C, and to remove toxic gases and smoke particles.

Parameter Tested Value

BET surface area 1100m2/g

Total pore volume 0.45-0.55
Average pore diameter 19-20 Angstroms
Decomposition Temperature >500 C
Endurable Temperature 400-500 C
Tensile Strength 1.5 - 2.0 g/d
Tensile Elongation 10 - 20%
Young's Modulus 450 - 700 kg/mm2
Specific electrical resistance 108 -1010 ohm cm

Electrostatic Particle Filter

Function of Electostatic filter:-

Designed for high-performance removal of smoke particles.
This filter will not remove toxic gases.

Parameter Tested Value Standard

Air Permeability at 200Pa 1400=/- 200l/m2/s DIN 53887

NaCl-penetration at 0.18m/s <11% TSI 8130, NaCl 0.26
micron particle size
Pressure drop at 0.18m/s <20Pa TSI 8130, NaCl 0.26
micron particle size

Particle Filters

Function of Particle Filters:-

These filter layers are designed to remove any residual smoke particles.
They are similar in performance to the air filters used in cars.

ACTIVATED-CHARCOAL FILTER

Function of Activated Charcoal Filter:-

This filter is designed to absorb harmful gases or organic vapours.

Parameter Tested Value Standard

Weight 220=/-22g/m2 DIN EN 29073-1

Air permeability at 50 Pa 1500 +/- 300 l/m2/sec DIN EN ISO 9273
at 200Pa
pH value 6 +/- 1 DIN 53124
Flammability self-extinguishing DIN EN 60335-2-1 (DIN
VDE 0700 part 31)
method
(class FH 2) FH DIN 53438 (method
F)
Tensile strength dry md >50N / 5cm DIN EN 29073-3
cmd >50N / 5cm
Elongation at break dry md >30% DIN EN 29073-3
cmd >40%

ACETONE Breakthrough Curve

1.20
1.00
0.80
C/Co

0.60
0.40
0.20
0.00
0 5 10 15 20
TIME / Minutes
 PRODUCT COMPARISON
ITEM

ITEM

Manufacturer Vogue Span Brookdale

Product "Great Escape" "Evac-U8"

Size Pocket Size
12.5 x 23 x 1.5 cms Diameter 6.8 x Length 13.3
Volume 220 ml 483 ml
Light Weight Yes = 100 grams No = 312 grams

USE
Suitable for children (below 10
YES NO
years of age)
Donning Steps 3 6
Ease of Donning (Ease of
Simple and Quick Difficult without training
wearing)
Slip over head then breath Must fit mouth piece, nose clip,
normally and adjust neck strap.
Automatic Sealing of neck seal YES NO
Air Tight neck seal YES NO
Can breath through nose &
YES NO (Mouth Only)
mouth
Can talk when wearing smoke NO (Only with mouth piece
YES
hood removed)
Can be worn over spectacles YES YES

PROTECTION
Protects against flames &
YES YES
dripping-flaming plastic
Electrostatic Filter YES YES
Removes toxic gases YES YES
Typical operating period in
15 - 20 minutes 15 minutes
otherwise breathable air*
Shelf Life (with packing intact) 5 years 5 years

DESIGN A pocket sized escape smoke hood, designed to protect the eyes
and lungs from the adverse affects of smoke and toxic vapors, by
filtering out particles and absorbing gases and vapors.
Designed to protect the head from flames and dripping hot materials
 Designed for single use, for self rescue.

STOWAGE Approximate size: 13 cms x 22 cms x 1.5 cms

Weight: 100 grams

SERVICEABILITY Serviceable whilst vacuum packing remains intact, and until expiry
date as marked on the packing.

DONNING Quick and easy to don, as per the instructions given on the
packaging.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES Protection against flames and hot flaming plastic drips

Automatic neck-seal. One size fits adults and children

Can talk whilst wearing mask
Can breath through both nose and mouth.
Can be worn over spectacles
Can be carried on aircraft.
 GREAT ESCAPE POCKET SMOKE ESCAPE HOOD

Manufacturer Vogue Span

Product "Great Escape"
Stowage & Size: 12.5 x 23 x 1.5 cms Pocket Size
Volume 220 ml
Light Weight 100 grams

USE
Suitable for children (below 10 years of age) YES
Donning Steps 3
Simple and Quick - Slip
Ease of Donning (Ease of wearing) over head then breath
normally
Automatic Sealing of neck seal YES
Air Tight neck seal YES
Can breath through nose & mouth YES
Can talk when wearing smoke hood YES
Can be worn over spectacles YES

PROTECTION
Protects against flames & dripping-flaming plastic YES
Electrostatic Filter YES
Removes toxic gases YES
Typical operating period in otherwise breathable air* 15 - 20 minutes
Shelf Life (with packing intact) 5 years

DESIGN • A pocket sized escape smoke hood, designed to protect the

eyes and lungs from the adverse affects of smoke and toxic
vapors, by filtering out particles and absorbing gases and
vapors
• Designed to protect the head from flames and dripping hot
materials
• Designed for single use, for self rescue
• Uses DuPontTM Kapton® polyimide film – 425 deg C
• 3M Glass Tape - 250 Deg C
SERVICE LIFE Serviceable whilst vacuum packing remains intact, and until
expiry date as marked on the packing.
DONNING Quick and easy to don, as per the instructions given on the
packaging.
ADDITIONAL • Protection against flames and hot flaming plastic drips
FEATURES • Automatic neck-seal. One size fits adults and children
• Can talk whilst wearing mask
• Can breath through both nose and mouth
• Can be worn over spectacles
• Can be carried on aircraft.
• Replaced Free of charge if used in real fire emergency