When the sun is strong, you need tough, durable clothes that help protect you
Carhartt’s Sun Defender range, with its UPF rating of 40+, is engineered to keep tradespeople cool, comfortable and protected during the hot summer months
Construction workers are among those most exposed to the health risks of working outdoors, spending long hours on site regardless of the weather. Despite making up only around 8 per cent of the UK workforce, construction workers account for 44 per cent of occupational skin cancer diagnoses and 42 per cent of related deaths each year, according to Health and Safety Executive (HSE) data.
Carhartt has developed the Sun Defender range to give tradespeople a practical, wearable line of defence against UV exposure without compromising on the durability and comfort the brand is known for.
All clothing in the range has a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) rating of 40+. While a standard cotton T-shirt typically offers a UPF of around 5, blocking roughly 80 per cent of the sun’s UV rays, Carhartt’s Sun Defender blocks over 97 per cent of UV rays, giving the trade a significantly higher level of protection during long days outdoors.
The range is engineered with Carhartt’s Force and FastDry technologies, combining a lightweight fabric that pulls sweat away from the skin with fast-drying performance, keeping you cool and dry even in warm conditions. Anti-microbial properties help prevent odours, so clothes stay fresher for longer.
The Force Slim Sun Defender Pants (107642) are tapered-leg trousers with an elasticated waist, a mobile phone pocket on the right leg and are available in black and grey. The Force Sun Defender Relaxed Logo T-Shirt is made from 100 per cent polyester for fast drying and a cooling feel and comes in both long (107202) and short (107182) sleeve versions.
Carhartt’s Sun Defender range is durable, comfortable and dependable, exactly what tradespeople expect from Carhartt, with added protection built in for the summer months.
To view the Carhartt Sun Defender range visit www.carhartt.com
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