Hard Hat Cushioning Device

Abstract

This improved version of the Hard Hat Cushioning Device is more universal and can be used with virtually any hard hat, construction hat, bump cap, and similar hats designed for protection. The device allows the hat to fit more comfortably and securely and helps to prevent hair breakage while maintaining its decorative style. The cushioning effect reduces the restriction of blood flow to the scalp.The newly added air vents, and specific cotton outer material and inside batting material, improves air flow and circulation, making the hat more comfortable to wear while allowing warm air and perspiration to escape. These new improvements increase the ability of the cushioning device to act as a sweat band. Allowing air flow from inside the hat to the outside allowing for decreased temperature of the overall hat itself.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates generally to hard hats and more specifically it relates to an improved cushioning device for wearers of hard hats.DESCRIPTION OF RELATED ART[0002]Hard hats are commonly used by persons working in a multitude of industrial / commercial fields as well as those visiting the facility. At times wearers of hard hats experience discomfort as the internal adjustable leather bands tend to grate against the user's head, irritating the skin and scalp, and cause discomfort. While leather has some give to it, it is generally stiff, uncushioned, and provides poor breathability. These hat bands are particularly uncomfortable with warmer weather or internal plant temperatures, where substantial heat builds up inside the hat and increases the wearer's discomfort, causing the user to perspire around the leather band and increasing the irritation of the skin and scalp. This phenomena also occurs in cooler environments when hard hats are worn...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention is an improved cushioning device for hard hats that solves issues with prior art. It has air vents and a batting system that improve breathability, allowing warm moist air to escape and be neutralized and dried by the outer air. The soft and cushioning effect of the device helps prevent the bat from falling off, reduces hair breakage, and reduces the restriction of blood flow to the scalp. The device is made of a breathable cotton fabric with a meshed fabric batting that provides maximum breathability and superior cushioning. The outer cover and batting combination have strategically placed vent holes that further improve the ability of air to flow in and out of the hard hat while worn. Overall, the present invention is a hard hat cushion that provides added comfort to the wearer.

Problems solved by technology

While the use of Velcro tends to be ideal, other types of closures may be used such as snaps, hooks, and buttons, but are not practical from the aspect of being easy to use.

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