Energy & Industry
In the energy and industrial sectors, the oil and gas industry is perhaps the most affected by demanding conditions and high risks. The right workwear is essential to ensure safety, comfort, and performance in the workplace. When it comes to industry itself, we distinguish between light and heavy industries. All sectors require clothing that protects against hazards such as heat, flames, electrical arcs, chemicals, and extreme weather conditions, while also providing good mobility and comfort.
Wenaas is a pioneer in the development and production of workwear based on workers' needs. We have built a professional environment that is unique in the Nordic region, and this expertise has positioned us at the top of the market.
Workwear for Energy and Industry
What are the important factors to consider when choosing workwear in this industry?
To ensure optimal protection and comfort, workwear for this industry should have the following features:
Flame-resistant materials
Prevents ignition and limits the spread of fire
Antistatic properties
Reduces the risk of sparks in explosive environments
Durability
Materials that withstand high stress and demanding working conditions
Ergonomic fit
Provides good mobility for long work shifts
Material selection for saltwater and moisture
Workwear made from materials that withstand corrosive environments, including saltwater and oil.
Breathable and lightweight materials
Comfort for long shifts in varying temperatures
Workwear for Industry and Energy
Workwear for heavy industry and energy must be robust, functional, and safe. It should provide protection against mechanical wear, heat, flames, chemicals, and electrical hazards, depending on the working conditions. Durable materials, flame-resistant properties, and high visibility are key factors. An ergonomic design and a good fit ensure comfort and freedom of movement, allowing workers to perform their tasks efficiently and safely in demanding environments.
In demanding work environments where safety is crucial for life and health, a risk assessment is essential as a starting point for selecting the right equipment for employees. What hazards are different workers exposed to, and what needs to be considered? We cannot conduct the assessment for you, but we can provide some tips on aspects that should be included in the risk evaluation.
The work environment in the energy and industrial sectors presents specific challenges
- Exposure to heat and flames – The risk of explosions and fire requires flame-resistant clothing.
- Static electricity – Antistatic clothing prevents sparks that could ignite gas or vapors.
- Extreme weather conditions – Windproof and waterproof materials ensure comfort in demanding outdoor environments.
- Exposure to chemicals – Protective barriers guard against splashes and vapors from hazardous liquids.
- Heat stress – In hot work environments, heat stress and heat stroke should also be considered.
Feel free to read more about risk assessments in the workplace here.
Workwear for the sector must meet strict safety requirements and international standards
- EN ISO 11612 – Protection against heat and flames
- EN 1149 – Antistatic properties
- EN 13034 – Protection against liquid chemicals
- IEC 61482 – Protection against thermal hazards from electric arcs
- EN 20471 – High visibility for work in hazardous areas
- EN 343 – Protection against rain and weather conditions
Wenaas Multistretch Spark – Collection for Women and Men
Visibility, flame-resistant properties, arc flash protection, and welding certification in every garment.We are launching the Multistretch Spark series – a collection that takes workwear to the next level! These innovative garments combine high visibility, flame-resistant properties, arc flash protection, and are certified for welding class 1.
Multinorm Spark
Developed in collaboration with Daletec, we are setting a milestone in the workwear industry with the first collection to achieve OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN certification. This prestigious certification confirms that every garment is produced in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way, setting a new standard for the entire industry.
Flame retardant workwear
We are experts in flame retardant workwear and equipment designed to provide protection in hazardous work situations, and have actually set the bar for flame retardant overalls and flame retardant trousers. This has made Wenaas the preferred supplier to the industry – a vote of confidence we feel proud of.
Flame-Resistant Workwear
We offer a wide range of flame-resistant workwear for the energy and industrial sectors.
- Coveralls / Boiler suits
We offer a wide range of coveralls that meet all requirements in the industrial and energy sectors
Spacer intermediate layer
Technology that makes it easier to stay warm.
3-layer flame retardant protection
3-layer clothing with flame-retardant properties from the outer to the inner layer increases safety and flame, arc flash protection and comfort levels all year round.
Pyrad Electric Arc
In collaboration with SINTEF, Wenaas has developed this arc-approved cladding concept for the power industry - for work in very cold, wet and windy areas.
Bodyshell - flame retardant underwear without wool!
- Bodyshell
Developed in collaboration with Daletec, we are setting a milestone in the workwear industry with the first collection to achieve OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN certification. This prestigious certification confirms that every garment is produced in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way, setting a new standard for the entire industry.
Workwear for extreme conditions
Project Arctic Protection - a collection developed to cope with with extreme conditions
Spirit windproof Balaclava
Spirit Windproof Balaklava helps you keep warm on the inside, and provides new and better protection against both cold and noise.
What is arc flash?
Protection is essential for everyone who works with electrical installations, performs maintenance of equipment in systems not secured against arc flash, and works with high-voltage equipment.
New patented system from Wenaas - Toolguard
A fall protection system for your tools, integrated into your workwear.
With Toolguard, users have access to a secure and reliable way to carry essential equipment, while also reducing the risk of accidents. If you lose grip on a tool, Toolguard ensures it never falls far and prevents it from dropping onto anyone working below you during elevated work.
Risk assessment
Risk assessment of an enterprise is an ongoing process. It requires regular mapping processes and evaluations of hazards and challenges in work situations.
Manikin burn test
A dummy fitted with 150 heat sensors was dressed in new Wenaas Offshore products and standard cotton underwear, and then exposed to a firestorm lasting four seconds.
Litium range footwear
The Litium range of footwear can withstand both melted metal and 18,000 volts – but weighs just 914 grams.
Evacuation kit
Be proactive - if employees need to be evacuated - be prepared
A pioneer in flame-retardant workwear
Ever since the start of the boom in the Norwegian oil and gas sector, Wenaas has been helping protect workers on the Norwegian continental shelf, with clothing and protective equipment designed for the tasks they perform. We have built up a professional environment that is without compare in Norway, and we work closely with SINTEF and other leading research organisations.
Clothes and equipment especially designed for the job
Our product developers work closely with the people who actually use our products, and we have representatives on the HSE committees of operators who work on the Norwegian continental shelf. This form of direct innovation, combined with our specialist skills and unmatched head-to-toe range, has made us a market leader in Norway.
Efficient and precise logistics make ordering simple
Wenaas has developed cost-efficient ordering and logistics solutions that make the online ordering process even faster and more straightforward for staff tasked with handling orders. This also helps ensure that our customers receive the most cost-efficient complete solution. Our webshop (WMS) and E-Floor Stock (automation of local stocks) solutions can be adapted to suit individual companies and users, irrespective of whether they are working on a rig, on a seagoing vessel, or at an onshore company in Norway or abroad.
