STIHL has launched ADVANCE ProCOM X-VENT which sees the popular ADVANCE ProCOM headset fitted as standard to its X-VENT safety helmet. This new product offers forestry and landscaping professionals clear, high-quality communications and top-of-the-range ear and head protection all-in-one. ADVANCE ProCOM is also available as an ear defender set, or as an accessory for the ADVANCE X-CLIMB and other 3M compatible helmets for a wide range of choice. Fixed to the X-VENT for optimum comfort and safety, the ADVANCE ProCOM headset offers seamless on-site communication with up to 16 other ADVANCE ProCOM users. It also boasts a range of up to 600m between two users, dependent on terrain; with each headset acting as a repeater to extend the range should more than two headsets be in use at once.
Its intuitive ambient mode allows users to hear and react to potential dangers around them, with automatic de-activation, should loud noise be detected, for maximum protection.
The design, which puts user safety at the forefront, not only offers the ADVANCE ProCOM’s industry-leading ear protection, but hardwearing head protection, complete with reflective strips, in the form of the X-VENT. The vented helmet comes with a sturdy spring steel mesh visor which allows up to 80% light visibility for a clear, protected view. For ease of use, it also comes with a ratchet adjustment headband and a twist lock to adjust its size and height.The ADVANCE ProCOM X-VENT also features qualities such as smartphone voice assistance, an integrated FM radio and app customisation. Additionally, it offers both open-mic and push-to-talk options to suit the level of communication required.