Apron
Wardray protective clothing is a popular choice for health professionals. The Classic range, incorporating the conventional single piece Half Back Apron and Top & Kilt, has evolved after years of consultation with end users.
Our garments are designed to provide protection, comfort, style and durability. Protection is available in either 0.25mm Pb, 0.35mm Pb or 0.50mm Pb. Please consult your Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA) to establish the correct level of protection required.
The Classic range is ideal for use in all hospital departments, including theatres and is available with a single (SC) or double (DC) shoulder clip for easy removal.
Protective clothing can be cleaned by wiping away stains as soon as possible. Outer coverings can be wiped with warm water and mild detergent. (Please note: patterned fabrics are not recommended for theatre use)
- Classic Double Sided Apron - designed for comfort, our most advanced apron offers maximum shielding with minimum weight.
- Classic Half Back - a slightly lighter apron offering full front and partial side protection.
- Classic Top and Kilt - separate top (a short version of the Classic Double Sided Apron) and wrap-around kilt distribute weight across shoulders, waist and hips.
- Ultraflex® Dental Aprons - Single-sided aprons for patient protection in dental radiology.
- Apron Storage - hangers, brackets, mobile stand and rails for storing aprons.
This page also contains further general information relating to all aprons.
All Wardray aprons are manufactured in accordance with EEC Directive 93/686 EEC article 11B and are CE Marked.
Features
Top- Innovative design - Aprons are designed with a specially adjustable belt that tightens on the waist lifting weight from the shoulders.
- Bespoke Service - All Wardray protective clothing is made to order. Customers can choose from a wide variety of sizes, lengths, colour combinations and a choice of double or single shoulder clips.
- Manufactured to Last Wardray protective clothing is manufactured to last. Products are guaranteed for a year from date of delivery and covers material defects and faulty workmanship. However, with correct care, we expect them to last much longer. We still have functional, safe garments in use in departments that were purchased over 10 years ago, proving excellent value for money.
Apron Colours
TopAll aprons are available in the eight standard Ultraflex colours. Samples are available on request.
| Ref | Colour | Ref | Colour |
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| RB | Royal Blue | FN | Fern |
| PP | Poppy | CL | Claret |
| CS | Crocus | AH | Ash |
| MT | Mint |
Wardray Premise have recently introduced 4 new fabric designs to their range for Classic Double Sided Aprons and Top and Kilt. Although specifically aimed at Paediatric Departments, these patterns provided by Grahame Gardner have proved a popular choice for X-Ray departments. Click on the pattern name or code in the swatches below to view a larger image of the pattern.
| PT | FY |
| Playtime | Farmyard |
| DN | BB |
| Doctors and Nurses | Bumblebees |
Please note: The patterned fabrics are not the same material as the plain colours which are washable. However, there is a coating on the patterned material that allows it to be sponge cleaned
Customisation
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Wardray Premise are now able to offer a personalised labelling service for their Classic Double Sided Aprons and Top and Kilt. This is completely free of charge for all new orders.
Label size is 71mm x 49mm allowing 13 characters maximum per line (including spaces) in white or black print.
These aprons can also be customised at no extra cost with an alternative colour edge binding and belt. Any colour from our range can be used as a contrasting edge, possibly to identify them by department or personnel.
Please contact our Sales Department to discuss your requirements.
Apron Comfort and Care
TopIn choosing Wardray X-Ray protective clothing, you select a comfortable and durable product, designed to give many years of reliable service.
Wearing Aprons
Whilst manufacturers aim to use the lightest weight material, aprons are, of necessity, designed to provide protection against scattered radiation.
To obtain maximum comfort and protection we recommend the four simple fitting instructions. This will ensure that the weight is properly distributed between your waist and shoulders.
- Rest apron on the shoulders (securing the shoulder clips where applicable) making sure that the garment is equally balanced at the front and back.
- Extend the belt length and secure the buckle, so that the belt is a loose fit.
- Tuck each side of the back section of the apron behind the front section.
- Pull the free end of the belt tight, so that the apron is securely fitted at the waist.
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Tuck in Sides
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Tighten Belt
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Size of Aprons
Irrespective of claims of light or lighter weight material, careful selection of the correct size for the wearer is of critical importance and we strongly recommend that a choice of sizes is provided in the interest of health and safety.
Care of aprons
Storage
Do not fold or crease your aprons. We recommend that you use Apron storage from our range.
Cleaning
Keep your aprons clean by wiping away stains as soon as possible. Outer coverings may be wiped with warm water with mild detergent.
Do not autoclave or use spirit based cleaning fluids.
X-Ray Attenuation
TopThe following table shows the X-Ray attenuation at 70kV and 105kV for the three British Standard lead equivalent thicknesses in mm of Pb, as used in our range of Ultraflex® aprons: 0.25mm, 0.35mm and 0.50mm.
Attenuation measurements for Ultraflex® aprons were undertaken by Department of Medical Physics and Bioengineering, at St George's Hospital, London. A copy of the full report is available on request.
| Lead Equivalent (mm of Pb) |
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| % at 70kV | % at 105kV | |
| 0.25 | 97 +/- 2 | 90 +/- 2 |
| 0.35 | 98 +/- 2 | 94 +/- 2 |
| 0.50 | 99 +/- 2 | 97 +/- 2 |