Yve_Clark

To answer your question guys.... The difference between the two versions of Protos is that the Protos Forest is certificated to EN397 and the Protos Arborist, when it is released in early 2013, will be certificated to EN12492. The Protos Arborist will be supplied complete with the chin strap. Both Protos versions will be available in the range of four colours; red/yellow, red/grey, orange/yellow and orange/grey.

I think Honey Bros will be your closest stockist of Protos...I'm sure they'd be delighted to give you a demo in store

Hi Guys and Girls... Thanks for all comments and points raised on Protos Integral. It's all very useful feedback It's really difficult to convey all the benefits (comfort and safety) of Protos over a website, so if you get the opportunity, get one on your head and try it out. Protos really isn't comparable to anything else that is currently available in our industry as the product takes on a completely new concept in head protection. From the very start, it has been designed to integrate all 'additional parts' (visor and muffs), so the instant difference you feel when the helmet is on your head is amazing...comfort and balance wise. There will be a Protos video coming soon, so I'll post this up for you all to view. In the meantime, the Protos iPad app can provide you with fuller info.

Mark, we are the UK distributor for the Swiss manufacturer, so the one we sell is exactly the same as those available throughout Europe. They've recently changed their colour from blue to yellow Getting excellent feed back from customers who have bought them...

Great to see the annual raffle under way again! Just to clarify our prize.... The lucky winner will be able to choose from either the Protos Integral Forest or the Protos Integral Arborist helmet in their choice of colour, from the four options available... The Protos Forest is available to send out straight away to the winner, with the Protos Arborist being delivered as soon as they come into stock. (early 2013, hopefully). Best of luck!!

Hi marj - if you can post me your business card or an A5 size advertising poster, I will pin up on the notice board in our shop. Pm me if you need any further details. Best of luck. Y

Hi Brett, as Justin says, the visor slides up over the helmet. This image shows you in more detail...

'Tis ok Grass hopper....I guess you were so excited you missed the price in the text!

We are delighted to announce, after many months of anticipation, the Protos Integral Forest helmet is now available in the UK! The Protos Integral Forest with it's certification according to EN397, EN352-3 and EN1731, is a reliable partner for heavy duty action and extreme weather conditions from cold and wet to hot and dry temperatures. Thanks to the smart ventilation system, your head stays cool and dry. The high-tech visor offers maximum visibility and won't freeze even in extreme minus temperatures. The feature that makes Protos Integral so unique is the 'integral solution'...Protos integrates all crucial accessory parts (visor, ear defenders) within the helmet shell. This means that twigs, brushwood or other obstacles cannot get tangled up in the helmet. Protos is a completely new concept in head protection. The Protos Integral Forest is available in the range of colours shown with a retail price of £165.00 ex VAT. Please contact us to find your nearest Protos stockist. Visit the Protos Austria website for full information and download the Protos iPad App! (please note that Protos Integral Forest is not certificated to EN12492 standard and is therefore not suitable for use by arborists. Protos Integral Arborist will be available early 2013).

Sorry, I don't know 'openboater'. I'd try emailing them again - they're nice people at Arb Climber, so I'm sure they'll be helpful.

Issue 3 is definitely in the pipeline 'openboater'....and is due to go to print very, very soon I believe.

Hi Guys... as the UK importer for Pfanner and Protos, we can update you on the helmet. Delivery date has still to be confirmed to us by Protos and as soon as we get the dates, we'll let everyone know Life span for Protos is 5 years. Active Ventilation: Protos offers superior ventilation via the all round ventilation design. Air can flow in from all sides and escape through the ventilation channels on top. The ventilation channels on the top can be closed or opened with a simple action. There are also wide areas of ventilation between the head band and the helmet at the front and back. Please take a look at the Protos website...it shows Protos off in all it's glory... Protos integral - first helmet with integrated safety visor - Protos Samples of Protos can currently be seen in the following stores: Honey Bros Gustharts F R Jones and Son Treeworker Clark Forest Prices: Protos Integral Arborist = £183 (zero VAT) Protos Integral Forest = £165 (zero VAT). Here's some pics to whet your appetites!!......

Yes, that is correct Peter

Buzzsurgeon and RobArb....thanks for your comments . The new products will be appearing on our website and also on our Pfanner Partners' websites over the next week or so. Timberbear...would be great to see you in the shop and show you all the new Pfanner stock. You can have a go with Protos as well

Thank you Andy

We are very proud (and very excited!) to announce that we have been appointed as the Pfanner and Protos distributor for the UK and Ireland! Our new partnership with Pfanner will enable us to bring the full range of Pfanner products to the UK market and we very much look forward to working with our UK Pfanner Partners to make these products accessible throughout the country. The first delivery of stock has arrived with us, so please contact either ourselves or your local retailer for more information on the exciting range of Pfanner protective clothing that is now available. Protos Integral will be available soon and we will keep you updated with delivery dates as we have these confirmed. (Pre-ordering is possible, and recommended, as there is already a huge interest in this fantastic new product). All at Clark are very excited to be able to bring you Pfanner and Protos!

DMM should be firing them into production soon with delivery to us end of August. As soon as we have a confirmed delivery date, we'll let you know. Y

Look forward to it Jim!

I think this is the felling lever you are looking for: 130cm Bahco Breaker Bar from Clark Forest If you need any further info, please give us a ring.

Hi Jennie . Welcome to the forum! Here's a link to our cutandclimb arb jackets. Let me know if you need any other info...sizing, fit etc, I'd be pleased to assist..... http://www.clarkforest.com/shop/safety-clothing/jackets/cutandclimb-arb-jacket Yvonne

The full range of DMM Rigging Bat Plates arrived in stock last week. Looking very smart, sexy and shiny.....just the usual from DMM Should get the full info up on our website this week but they are now available to drool over in the shop

Many thanks for your positive feedback guys! It's greatly appreciated Hope you all remember to add a note to your web orders (or mention on the phone) that you are Arbtalkers to make sure we send you a freebie with your order as a wee thank you for your support.

lol - he is indeed in a foreign land! He's doing some work experience with us for a couple of weeks, so I'll pass on your love

Good luck with the course cjw89! Sure you'll have a good day with the guys at Barony. If you've got time, come in and see us - we're just across the road

Jon....give Blair or Colin a ring and they'll be able to help you out. 01387 860241 Mark...cheers (see you at the arb show!) NI Trees...thanks