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 The human body is designed to operate at
98.6o . When the air temperature, combined with humidity moves the Heat Stress Index (see HSI scale on home page) above 90o , the human body becomes stressed. In order for
the core body temperature to be maintained at a safe level, two elements are necessary: 1.) Convection (wind) and 2.) Evaporation (sweating). As the Heat Index rises, the body produce
more sweat in order to cool itself. Prolonged exposure drains the body of vital fluids. This lowers the circulatory volume.
Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke can follow if preventative measures are not employed.
Commonly observed signs of heat stress are profuse sweating, rapid
breathing rate and rapid heart rate. Because of excessive fluid loss, this disorder gives adequate warning by increasing fatigue, weakness, anxiety, and drenching sweats, leading to circulatory collapse with slow
thready pulse; low or imperceptible blood pressure; cold, pale, clammy skin; and disorientation followed by a shock-like unconsciousness.
Exposure to high ambient temperature may lead either to excessive fluid loss and dehypovolemic shock (heat exhaustion) or to failure of heat mechanisms and dangerous hyperpyrexia (heatstroke)
An abrupt onset of heatstroke is sometimes preceded by prodromal headache, vertigo, and fatigue. Sweating is usually but not always
decreased and the skin is hot, flushed, and usually dry. The pulse rate increases rapidly and may reach 160 rpm. Respirations usually increase but the blood pressure is seldom affected. Disorientation may briefly
precede unconsciousness or convulsions. The temperature climbs rapidly to 41C (105 F) and the patient feels as if burning up. Circulatory
collapse may precede death; after hours of extreme hyperpyrexia, survivors are likely to have permanent brain damage.
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high speed fan plus cooling mist from our portable units, can reduce air temperature up to 35 degrees and cool up to a 2,500 sq. ft. area.
This is an ideal solution to heat stress management. By keeping the area cool, whether it is an area used for work or leisure, the human body’s core temperature can be kept well below dangerous levels.
Heat Stress Management is not an option. It is a matter of HEALTH. Let People Misters International provide you with a
system that can keep you, your customers, your family and your friends safe and healthy.
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