Firefighting helmets
Safety and comfort for every operation
The HEROS firefighting helmet system is already in use hundreds of thousands of times the world over; it provides the best protection for emergency personnel. With the HEROS-titan, Rosenbauer sets a new standard for maximum safety in firefighting operations. The product range of firefighting helmets includes other different models: the HEROS-smart with 3/4 shell, certified according to EN 443:2008. The HEROS-matrix helmet, developed specially for forest fire operations and rescue operations.
HEROS-titan
Certified according to EN 443:2008
HEROS-titan Pro
Certified according to NFPA 1971
HEROS-matrix
For forest fires and rescue operations
HEROS-smart
For fires and technical operations
Comfortable size adjustment from the outside
Comfortable head width adjustment mechanism from the outside- Easy adjustment with fire fighting gloves is also possible
- The fit of the helmet can be adjusted at any time to the operational situation
Comfortable head width adjustment mechanism from the outsideMaximum service life
- HEROS helmets have maximum durability – no expiration date
- Outstanding durability
- Please note: every helmet, including internal equipment and accessories, must be inspected before and after use for possible damage
Unique glass fiber reinforced plastic helmet shell
- Unique helmet shell made of glass fiber reinforced plastic composite material
- For extremely high temperatures
- Highest resistance and impact resistance
- Tested for indoor fire attacks and fire containers
HEROS-titan, HEROS-smart und HEROS-matrix helmets are characterized by a number of functions. An overview of all features:
| Performance characteristics | HEROS-titan | HEROS-smart | HEROS-matrix |
|---|---|---|---|
| EN 443:2008 | Yes | Yes | – |
| EN 16471, EN 16473 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Helmet type | Type B/3b (full shell) | Type A/3b (3/4 shell) | Type A/3b (3/4 shell) |
| Size adjustment from the outside | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 49 – 67 | 51 – 65 | 51 – 65 |
| Face shield per EN 14458 | Yes | Yes | optional |
| Protective goggles per EN 14458 | optional | optional | optional |
| Neck protection | Yes | optional | optional |
| Edge protection | Yes | optional | – |
| Helmet stripes | optional | optional | optional |
| Helmet crests | optional | optional | optional |
| Integrated lamp holder | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lamp holder as accessory | optional | optional | optional |
| Integrated thermal imaging camera | optional | – | – |
| Integrated mask adapter | optional | – | – |
| Helmet radio | optional | optional | optional |
| Leather casing | optional | optional | – |
| Comfort padding chinstrap | Yes | optional | optional |
- Ergonomic inside design
- Optimized headband
- Trapezoidal chinstrap for a secure hold and optimized fit
- Easy size adjustment mechanism on the outside
- Fatigue-free wearing
- Distinctive comfort padding against pressure points
- Optimal weight distribution
The Rosenbauer helmets HEROS-titan and HEROS-smart are inspected and tested according to the strictest EN 443:2008 guidelines:
- Heat radiation test
Eight minutes radiant heat at 14 kW/m2 (equals approx. 300 °C helmet temperature)
- Flame ingulfment
After 10 seconds of full flame impingement at 1,000 °C, the protection function is fully intact. The helmet does not exhibit any structural damage and the internal equipment is undamaged. Neither afterflame nor afterglow occur (> 5 seconds) and the test head temperature amounts to only approx. 35 °C.
- Shock-absorption test
A ball with a weight of 5 kg strikes the helmet from a height of 2.5 m (under heat conditions of approx. 300 °C)
- Penetration resistance test
A pointy object with a weight of 1 kg strikes the helmet from a height of 2 m (under heat conditions of approx. 300 °C)
Impresses with
- Highest protection class
- Optimal wearing comfort
- Optimal fit
