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Safeguarding Workers from Heatstroke with Breeze Duct A

In a pressing effort to protect outdoor workers from heat-related health issues, Jutoku Co., Ltd., located in Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture, has unveiled its remarkable helmet cooling product, Breeze Duct A (Advance). This innovative product, announced in May 2026, has garnered immediate attention from various sectors, including construction and infrastructure industries. Unsurprisingly, inquiries have been pouring in from both large corporations and smaller businesses, with many individuals expressing a desire to gift this technology to loved ones working outdoors.

At the heart of this influx of interest lies a common sentiment: a deep concern for the safety of loved ones against heatstroke. Recognizing this heartfelt need, Jutoku aims to enhance awareness and advocacy for head heat management, a topic often overlooked in discussions on heatstroke prevention despite the rise of air-conditioned workwear. As part of this initiative, Breeze Duct A will be featured prominently at the upcoming Labor Safety and Health Exhibition in July 2026, providing hands-on experiences for attendees.

What is Breeze Duct A?

Breeze Duct A is a patented product (patent granted in May 2025) designed to lower the internal temperature of helmets by approximately -6℃ when used in conjunction with existing air-conditioned workwear. By requiring no additional power supply, the installation is straightforward and allows easy adoption by frontline workers.

Addressing the Silent Threat of Heat

With the recent enforcement of amended labor safety regulations in June 2025, which mandated heatstroke prevention measures across workplaces, many companies are now enhancing their safety protocols. However, not every worker has access to organized safety features; individual contractors and sole proprietors working in construction and maintenance often lack the structured resources available to larger organizations. This is where the risk of heatstroke becomes particularly salient, as personal judgment largely dictates safety measures in unregulated environments.

The Overlooked Area: Head Heat Management

While many workers are aware of the importance of hydration and resting in cool spaces, the significance of managing head temperature is frequently underestimated, especially in helmet-required environments. The Health, Labour and Welfare Ministry of Japan has highlighted the dangers associated with elevated temperatures impacting the brain’s hypothalamus, which can lead to serious health risks, including heatstroke and unconsciousness. This understanding positions effective head cooling as a vital aspect of heatstroke prevention strategies.

Moreover, the practical implications of wearing a helmet while sweating remain a concern. According to Kozo Hirata, a professor at Kobe Women’s University specializing in environmental physiology, wearing helmets while sweating inhibits the evaporation of sweat and compromises the brain’s cooling capacity, resulting in a dangerous increase in body temperature. This signifies that ventilating and cooling the head is essential in combating heat-related health risks.

Despite these realities, many workers still report issues regarding the inability to alleviate heat build-up inside helmets. Even as air-conditioned workwear becomes more prevalent, the advancement of head heat management solutions remains significantly behind.

Innovative Technology to Combat Head Heat

Enter the Breeze Duct A, engineered specifically to tackle these challenges. This product allows users to channel airflow from air-conditioned workwear directly into the helmet, thus facilitating head cooling while preventing moisture accumulation.

Key Features of Breeze Duct A:

1. Internal Temperature Reduction: Lowers helmet temperature by nearly -6℃ through directed airflow, effectively venting accumulated moisture.
2. Heat-Resistant Material: Features a titanium-coated fabric that blocks direct sunlight, enhancing cooling effects.
3. No Additional Power Required: The design eliminates electrical components, ensuring a low risk of malfunction and cost-effective usage.
4. Safe Design: Unique structure allows clear auditory feedback from the environment without blocking sound, a crucial safety feature on worksites.

The Breeze Series adopts a patented design that strategically channels airflow to optimize cooling within the helmet, ensuring sustained comfort and safety during use.

Customer Feedback Reveals the Product's Impact

Following the product release in May 2026, the response from various sectors has been overwhelmingly positive. Notably, a small business employee expressed a desire to purchase a single unit for testing as part of heatstroke solutions, demonstrating that concern for safety transcends organizational size. Personal testimonies have also highlighted a strong wish among individuals to protect family members working in hot conditions by investing in appropriate cooling equipment.

Kazuhito Kato from Jutoku emphasized the warmth and sincerity reflected in customer feedback, reinforcing the company’s commitment to designing products that resonate with users and address their genuine struggles.

Demonstrating Practical Implementations at Expositions

Jutoku will showcase Breeze Duct A from July 15 to 17, 2026, at the Tokyo Big Sight during the 13th Tokyo Labor Safety and Health Exhibition. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the cooling effects firsthand while engaging with safety professionals to discuss workplace hazards and improvement recommendations.

Ultimately, Jutoku aims to ensure that safety measures are not merely implemented but accepted and sustained in work environments. By prioritizing user-friendly solutions, the company aspires to cultivate a culture of safety that balances practicality with efficiency.

Join Us at the Exhibition

For safety professionals and stakeholders interested in learning more about hazard mitigation in high-temperature environments, visit us at booth 7-ZD03 at Tokyo Big Sight. With a suite of products, including high-performance caps and cooling vests set to launch, Jutoku is poised to redefine safety norms in the workplace.