Buoyancy aids, lifejackets, floatation clothing, inflatable lifejackets Buoyancy aids, lifejackets, floatation clothing, inflatable lifejackets

Do you remember your childhood lifejacket with a big collar and large foam panels on the front which made every task awkward from eating lunch to jumping ashore and tying the boat up? Plus going out for the evening from a boat the resulting look was the same.

We at Baltic, Europe’s largest manufacturer of lifejackets and buoyancy aids, have greatly contributed to making these old fashioned products a thing of the past.
We offer modern attractive, comfortable, functional and safe buoyant products for all activities from leisure to industrial uses near or on water. Some products visibly do not appear to be lifejackets or buoyancy aids but they have these properties. Which one suits you?

How do you select a lifejacket?

It used to be much simpler to make a selection because there was basically only one type of lifejacket to help you float. Today you must think more about the functions and design you require, we can help you with this decision.

Inflatable lifejackets

The inflatable lifejackets are compact and easy to wear, yet provide a full 150 Newton lifejacket when inflated. You must remember to inspect your lifejacket annually to ensure that it will function when required. All our lifejackets are fitted with a 30 mm detachable crutch strap.
Products in this category are tested and approved according to EN 396/EN ISO 12402-3

Floatation clothing

Traditional buoyancy aids work well in water but not on the dance floor. We at Baltic are working to put some style into buoyancy aids. Baltic’s latest modern stylish boating clothing has the bonus of being an approved buoyancy aid. The buoyancy in this clothing is provided either by buoyant foam or an inflatable lung. These are 50N buoyancy aids and these products are only suitable for competent swimmers.
Products in this category are tested and approved according to EN 393/EN ISO 12402-5

Floatation suits

Winter at sea is very different to the summer – but it can be fantastic. The winter puts extra demands on your protective equipment due to the cold. A floatation suit protects against the first cold shock of entering the water, then as the water enters the suit it is slowly heated by the body. All our suits are tested and approved to EN ISO 15027- 1 thermal protection. One of the criteria for this test is that five people in 15° C water for two hours must not lose more than two degrees in body core temperature. Test subjects in Baltic floatation suits lost only 0,8° C. As these suits provide the same buoyant properties as 50N buoyancy aids these suits are only suitable for competent swimmers.
Products in this category are tested and approved according to EN 393/EN ISO 12402-5

Watersports

If you go waterskiing or wakeboarding you require a sturdier buoyancy aid to provide shock absorption plus impact protection. These buoyancy aids provide greater buoyancy and have multiple straps to prevent the jacket riding up. As these are 50N buoyancy aids these products are only suitable for competent swimmers.
Products in this category are tested and approved according to EN 393/EN ISO 12402-5

Inherently Buoyant Lifejackets

If you cannot swim do not worry, you still can get out on the water because of our lifejackets. Our lifejackets are tested and approved to the CE 100 Newton standard which means in addition to helping you float it will turn you over onto the safe back position. This is the obvious choice for babies and small children.
Products in this category are tested and approved according to EN 395/EN ISO 12402-4

Specialist buoyancy aids

Kayaking, dinghy sailing and sport fishing require extra freedom of movement. Our collection of specialist buoyancy aids have been developed in co-operation with experts in these fields. As these are 50N buoyancy aids these products are only suitable for competent swimmers.
Products in this category are tested and approved according to EN 393/EN ISO 12402-5

All purpose buoyancy aids

Just as the name suggests this type of buoyancy aid can be used for most purposes. Quick drying, lightweight and comfortable to wear as with all buoyancy aids they only be used by competent swimmers. Having a long lifespan these buoyancy aids are suitable for many uses on or near water.
Products in this category are tested and approved according to EN 393/EN ISO 12402-5

Safety harnesses and lines

When the worlds top sailors are moving around on deck they rely on our harnesses and safety lines. Do not settle for less! All our safety harnesses and lines are approved to EN1095 and EN ISO 12401 for national and offshore racing.

Lifebuoys and lifeslings

For extra security it is always advisable to have a rescue system on board. This should not be instead of a lifejacket and buoyancy aid but rather as a complement. We have developed user friendly systems for various applications.

Pet buoyancy aids

Mans best friend should be able to enjoy the water as much as he does. We have therefore developed ranges of comfortable pet aids for all sizes of dogs and cats. All our aids feature good buoyant qualities and have lifting straps.

Accessories and spare parts

A chain is as strong as the weakest link. Therefore the quality and reliability of spare parts are critical so your Baltic product will continue to be your best friend out on the water.