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Milwaukee Safety Vests Expansion

Feb 23, 2021 Stuart 4 Comments

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Milwaukee Tool Surveyor Safety Vest High Visibility Orange

Milwaukee Tool announced an expanded selection of PPE (personal protective equipment) products a few months ago, as part of their Pipeline series of virtual media events. A selection of new safety vests is included in this expansion.

Milwaukee says that their new safety vests are designed for all-day comfort and to help keep users safe without slowing them down. The new vests comply with different ANSI safety standards.

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Milwaukee Tool Surveyor Safety Vest High Visibility Yellow

Common features to all of the new vests are anti-microbial materials to prevent odor and bacteria, high-visibility materials in orange and yellow color options, and reflective striping.

Milwaukee Tool High Visibility Yellow Mesh Safety Vest

All of the vests also feature chest pockets for convenient placement of markers, pens, and ID badges.

New Milwaukee Tool Safety Vest Types

  • High Visibility Breakaway Mesh Safety Vest (Class 2)
  • High Visibility Mesh Safety Vest (Class 2)
  • High Visibility Mesh Safety Vest (Class 3)
  • High Visibility Surveyor’s Safety Vest (Class 2)
  • High Visibility Safety Vest (Class 3)

All of the new vests are expected to launch in March 2021.

Milwaukee Tool Hi-Viz Mesh Safety Vest (Class 2)

Milwaukee Tool High Visibility Yellow and Orange Class 2 Mesh Safety Vests

The new mesh safety vests are made with a lightweight and breathable mesh material that is also moisture-wicking, to help keep users feeling cool and dry.

Milwaukee Tool recommends the mesh safety vests when working in hot environments and when additional visibility is needed, such as when working around heavy machinery or moving traffic.

  • Moisture Wicking
  • Anti-Microbial
  • Lightweight, breathable mesh
  • Quick internal size adjustment
  • Secure zipper closure
  • Clear ID holder
  • 9 total pockets with reinforced pen pockets
  • Fall protection pass-through

Price: $18

Class 2 Hi-Viz Mesh Model Numbers

  • Yellow
    • S/M: 48-73-5111
    • L/XL: 48-73-5112
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5113
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5114
  • Orange
    • S/M: 48-73-5115
    • L/XL: 48-73-5116
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5117
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5118

Milwaukee Tool Hi-Viz Breakaway Mesh Safety Vest (Class 2)

Milwaukee Tool High Visibility Yellow and Orange Breakaway Mesh Safety Vests

These safety vests are similar to the Class 2 mesh vests, but also meet the safety requirements of heavy equipment operators and other workers that require breakaway functionality.

Milwaukee Tool High Visibility Breakaway Mesh Safety Vest Closure

These feature a quick internal size adjustment and what looks to be a hook-and-loop style closure.

Milwaukee Tool High Visibility Yellow Breakaway Mesh Safety Vest Back

ANSI/CSA compliant safety vests feature an X on the backside to differentiate the front and back with the end user. These vests are required on many Canadian and some U.S. jobsites.

Price: $20, ($23 for CSA-compliant)

Hi-Viz Breakaway Mesh Vest Model Numbers

  • Yellow
    • S/M: 48-73-5121
    • L/XL: 48-73-5122
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5123
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5124
  • Orange
    • S/M: 48-73-5125
    • L/XL: 48-73-5126
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5127
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5128

CSA-Compliant Model Numbers

  • Yellow
    • S/M: 48-73-5171
    • L/XL: 48-73-5172
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5173
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5174
  • Orange
    • S/M: 48-73-5175
    • L/XL: 48-73-5176
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5177
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5178

Milwaukee Tool Hi-Viz Mesh Safety Vest (Class 3)

Milwaukee Tool High Visibility Yellow and Orange Class 3 Mesh Safety Vests

The Class 3 mesh safety vests add in sleeves with reflective panels for added visibility.

  • Moisture Wicking
  • Anti-Microbial
  • Lightweight, breathable mesh
  • Quick internal size adjustment
  • Secure zipper closure
  • Clear ID holder
  • 9 total pockets with reinforced pen pockets
  • Class 3 sleeves for added visibility
  • Fall protection pass-through

Price: $21

Class 3 Hi-Viz Mesh Model Numbers

  • Yellow
    • S/M: 48-73-5131
    • L/XL: 48-73-5132
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5133
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5134
  • Orange
    • S/M: 48-73-5135
    • L/XL: 48-73-5136
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5137
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5138

Milwaukee Tool Hi-Viz Surveyor’s Safety Vest (Class 2)

Milwaukee Tool High Visibility Yellow and Orange Surveyor Safety Vests

The new Milwaukee Tool surveyor’s vest is designed with a full and tear-resistant woven construction for maximum durability.

It’s designed for wearing “in the most rugged environments” and also features 27 pockets so you can carry more on your person.

Milwaukee Tool recommends these R Class 2-rated vests for working in environments that require additional visibility, when working around heavy machinery, or when working in traffic traveling under 50 mph.

  • 27 pockets
  • Rear tablet pocket
  • Tear Resistant Construction – Woven 600D
  • Reinforced pockets and edges
  • Moisture Wicking (Mesh back and sides)
  • Anti-Microbial
  • Comfortable padded collar
  • Heavy-duty zipper closure

Price: $70

Surveyor’s Safety Vest Model Numbers

  • Yellow
    • S/M: 48-73-5161
    • L/XL: 48-73-5162
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5163
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5164
  • Orange
    • S/M: 48-73-5165
    • L/XL: 48-73-5166
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5167
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5168

Milwaukee Tool Hi-Viz Safety Vest (Class 3)

Milwaukee Tool High Visibility Yellow Class 3 Safety Vest

Milwaukee is also coming out with new Type R Class 3 hi-viz safety vests that are designed to be worn in the summer over a t-shirt or in the winter over a jacket.

The design is a little different compared to the mesh vests, with the main difference being in the solid material used.

  • 10 pockets with reinforced pen pockets
  • Quick internal size adjustment
  • Secure zipper closure
  • Clear ID closure
  • Fall protection pass-through
  • Durable dual mic tabs
  • Hang loop for easy storage

Price: $23

Class 3 Hi-Viz Model Numbers

  • Yellow
    • S/M: 48-73-5141
    • L/XL: 48-73-5142
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5143
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5144
  • Orange
    • S/M: 48-73-5145
    • L/XL: 48-73-5146
    • 2XL/3XL: 48-73-5147
    • 4XL/5XL: 48-73-5148

Discussion

This new expansion includes 2 new safety vest categories – mesh vests in different styles and a surveyor’s vest – and an expansion of their high visibility safety vests with a new Class 3 option.

Milwaukee Tool’s previous safety vest lineup included Class 2 hi-viz safety vests ($20) and Class 2 hi-viz performance safety vests ($40), which are available in yellow, orange, and CSA-compliant options.

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4 Comments

  1. Brian D

    2 days ago

    In Europe, we have a requirement to have the company name across the back (generally at shoulder height). There is not enough room for company branding with the reflective X across the back.

    Still more options and higher quality are always a good thing.

    Reply
    • Chris S

      2 days ago

      Branding or contractors company name?

      Reply
  2. Al

    1 day ago

    I believe Radians or Kishigo are the leading brands. I wear a surveyor’s vest as an electrician, and the many pockets as well as the straps to attach a radio are appreciated. Milwaukee’s version looks like it runs at a premium of both brands, but it does appear more sturdy. I would appreciate trying one out, but it’s ultimately my employer/contractor who will likely pay for this.

    Reply
    • Kent E Hanson

      20 hours ago

      Yeah that’s where I stand. I could want whatever but ultimately unless I want to pay out of pocket I’m wearing what they’re providing.

      Reply

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