Finding ways to stay cool and avoid heat stress or heat exhaustion is crucial under the smoking sun. Whether it’s a portable fan, a neck air conditioner, or cooling arm sleeves, there are many products to help you beat the heat and stay comfortable on the job. While some can be more costly than others, some products do the trick without breaking the bank.
If you work outdoors, then you know firsthand how weather can play a role in determining how comfortable you feel while at work. In the blistering heat of summer, it can get unbearably hot, especially when you are clothed in safety gear, work boots, and hard hats.
We’ve rounded up some of our favorite items to help you stay cool all day.
UTHH top 10 products to help you beat the heat on the job
Chiller Body Cooling Gel Cap Inserts
Price: $39.95 for 2
One of the best ways to beat the heat is to keep your head cool underneath that hard hat, and these Chiller Body Cooling Gel Cap Inserts are a great solution for regulating body temperature. Freeze them beforehand, and insert them into your hat or helmet to keep you cool all day long. If you find that they need recharging throughout the day, toss them into your cooler to maximize their cooling effects.
With their lightweight design and cooling gel technology, these Cooling Gel Cap Inserts are not only durable, but they also keep you cool all day long.
ULINE Deluxe Cooling Vest
Price: $253.00
The ultimate in cooling technology, ULINE’s Deluxe Cooling Vest is guaranteed to keep you comfortable all day long. The vest offers up to ten hours of cooling comfort and features four inserts that can be frozen ahead of time. If you need a boost throughout the day, it can also be soaked in water for 2-3 minutes to reactivate the cooling technology.
By wearing a cooling vest, you can regulate your core body temperature, which can help prevent heat stress and discomfort.
This vest is available in large or X-large sizes, and blue is the standard color available.
Saxx DropTemp® All Day Cooling Performance Hoodie
Price: $45.00
Another key strategy for keeping cool on the job site is to wear light, breathable layers like this DropTemp All Day Cooling Performance Hoodie from Saxx. Made of lightweight polyester, this hoodie provides UPF 50 protection from the sun’s harmful rays.
It is also made with Saxx’s DropTemp™ Cooling Technology and is moisture-wicking and odour-resistant. It is available in four stylish colours, including Turbulence Heather, Sea Level Heather, Racer Blue Heather, and Tradewinds Heather, and in sizes from Small to XX-large.
Layer up with lightweight materials with cooling technology, and you’ll be cool and comfortable all day!
Torras COOLiFY Cyber Smart APP Control Neck Air Conditioner
Price: $387.36 – $456.78
The COOLiFY Cyber Smart Neck Air Conditioner from Torras is the ultimate in cooling technology. It features three modes of operation—Fan, Cool, and Heat Therapy, so it can even provide heat relief when needed, in addition to keeping you cool all day long. This remarkable fan not only cools your neck and head area, but with six upper air outlets and two lower air outlets, it can reach your face and all the way down your back, cooling your entire body. With comfort in mind, it also offers an adjustable fit for universal neck comfort.
The accompanying app is the first of its kind, offering AI-powered Intelligence to help you maintain your ideal temperature through the Personalized Zone Control. Adjustable levels are available at your fingertips through your phone.
The company offers a 30-day effortless return, a 1-year warranty, and lifetime guidance and support for your peace of mind. The product is available in Cascade Black, Natural Titanium, and Stainless Steel.
Sqwincher Zero – 10 Flavour Qwik Stik Assorted Sugar-Free Electrolyte Powdered Beverage Mix
Price: $31.99 (50 pack)
Everyone knows how important it is to drink water throughout the day, especially when working in the heat. But what if you could boost your body’s electrolytes while enjoying a refreshing flavor in your water?
Introducing Sqwincher’s Qwik Stik Sugar-Free Electrolyte Powdered Beverage Mix. These powdered electrolyte packs can be tossed in water to give your body a healthy dose of electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, and magnesium, which are all necessary to maintain proper hydration and muscle function.
Available in 50 individually wrapped pouches, they’re easy to add to your water bottle throughout the day. The variety pack includes Orange, Mixed Berry, Fruit punch, Lemonade, Lemon-lime, Grape, Watermelon, Lemonade Iced Tea, Cool Citrus, and Strawberry flavors, ensuring a flavor for every taste.
DeWalt Cordless Jobsite Fan
Price: $155.82
Nothing beats the heat like good air circulation, and this Cordless Jobsite Fan from DeWalt is an easy and portable way to keep your job site cool while you work. Compatible with DeWalt’s 20V MAX system of tools, this fan can be operated cordless or corded, depending on your needs.
The fan can be mounted high, hung on the wall, or easily stood on the ground, so you can set it up wherever you need more air circulation. It also features variable speed control up to 500 CPM, and its IP54-rated enclosures help protect against dust, other particles, and water.
Darn Tough Vermont Coolmax Socks
Price: $24.00
Keep your feet cool in those heavy work boots with Coolmax Socks from Darn Tough Vermont. These socks are designed for rough wear and tear and will last a lifetime. With a performance fit, they won’t slip and slide while you’re wearing them, and their True Seamless™ Toe technology prevents bunching and discomfort.
Made with vegan synthetic Coolmax® yarns, which help keep feet cool and dry all day long, these socks also offer a reinforced footbed and Achilles cushion to increase foot comfort for long days of working on your feet. They are available in sizes M to XL and two different colors: Olive and Gray/Black.
Chill-Its 6690 Cooling Arm Sleeves
Price: $20.35
Stay cool with the multi-functional Chill-Its 6690 Cooling Arm Sleeves. Wear them wet or dry; either way, they keep you cool throughout the day. When they are dry, they help to wick moisture and sweat away from your body, which prevents overheating. Adding water to these arm sleeves provides instant cooling relief for hours.
The lightweight material also provides UPF 50+ protection against the sun’s harmful rays, and it features reflective accents that help increase visibility in darker areas. The shirts are machine washable, available in sizes M to 2XL, and available in four colors: Black, Hi-Vis Lime, Blue, and Grey.
ULINE Cooling Towel
Price: $15
These colorful Cooling Towels from ULINE provide a simple yet effective way to stay cool during your workday. Made of unique PVA material, they’re soft and comfortable to wipe your face with or wear around your neck when feeling hot.
Soak the towel in cold water for 2-5 minutes for up to 4 hours of cooling relief. Wear it under your hat or helmet, wrap it around your neck, or keep it handy to wipe down your face and arms. Measuring 12.25 x 32.5”, these towels are available in three colors: Blue, Grey, or Lime.
Ergodyne Cooling Skull Cap
Price: $12.45
Prevent heat headaches by keeping your head cool throughout the day using the Cooling Skull Cap from Ergodyne. Made of performance knit fabrics, it’s soft, lightweight, and moisture-wicking, keeping your head cool and dry. Similar to Ergodyne’s other cooling products, it offers immediate cooling relief when wet. It also fits snugly under any hat or helmet and doesn’t bunch up or slide around underneath.
The skull cap can be worn by itself or under a hard hat; if worn by itself, it also offers UPF 50+ protection against the sun’s rays. It is available in one size and 5 colors: Grey, Black, Blue, Lime, and Orange.
Bottom line
When working in the elements, taking proper steps to protect ourselves from overheating and causing heat stress or heat exhaustion is crucial. Drinking water throughout the day, preferably every 15-20 minutes, is one of the most important steps you can take.
Also, take a minute to rest in the shade when you can and dress accordingly, keeping an eye on heat warnings and the UV Index. Choose your favorite products to beat the heat from our list here, and use them to help you beat the heat this summer!
Which one are you going out to buy immediately?! Let us know in the comments!
