The beekeeper's suit in 100% organic cotton

Apiprotec manufacturer of beekeeping textiles

Why buy an organic cotton beekeeper's suit?

Cotton growing is considered one of the world’s most polluting crops. According to the WHO, it drains more than 10% of all pesticides used. It is also a major consumer of water, and a powerful emitter of carbon dioxide. 2.5% of the world’s cotton acreage uses more than 25% of the pesticides sold on our planet. This makes cotton the most polluting crop on earth. Cotton is the world’s leading textile fiber. It takes 2,500 liters of water to manufacture a conventional cotton men’s T-shirt. 4% of the world’s drinking water is used to produce our clothes.

The benefits of an organic cotton beekeeper's suit

From seed to flower, organic cotton is grown without fertilizers, pesticides or insecticides. Producers use natural fertilizers and insecticides that do not harm human health. An organic cotton T-shirt consumes just 100 liters of water.

For the consumer, organic cotton is softer and less allergenic. The main benefit is to avoid all potentially toxic products in direct contact with the skin.

WHY DOES MY BEEKEEPING SUIT HAVE TO LAST?

For its entire range, APIPROTEC has chosen solid materials capable of withstanding intensive use. Cotton twill in 300 grams fulfills this function perfectly. Our products are manufactured under strict quality control, with regular checks on seams, hook-and-loop fasteners and protective fleece. Our products are certified in the PPE 2 range.

OUR JOB IS TO PROTECT YOU.

Our products are built to last. Buying an APIPROTEC protective garment is the assurance of keeping your beekeeping outfit in perfect condition for many years to come. Our protective garments will keep you safe in the apiary for years to come. If you buy a “cheap” beekeeper’s suit , wear and tear will be much faster, safety degraded, and the garment will need to be changed frequently. Never neglect your safety. By changing our beekeeping outfits less often, we help to reduce the harmful effects of excessive consumption of our resources.

The APIPROTEC BIO beekeeping suit

APIPROTEC beekeeping suits are designed to last. Our protective clothing for beekeepers is sturdy and resistant, and will accompany you for many years in the apiary, saving our planet precious water thanks to the quality of the cotton used. Our beekeepers’ coveralls are designed for intensive use, but it’s important to respect the care instructions for your beekeepers’ clothing, beekeepers’ coveralls, jackets or blousons.

How to care for your beekeeping suit in an environmentally friendly way

Cold wash using a short 30° cycle with reduced spin cycle

Use eco-friendly detergents

Whenever possible, dry in the open air

PERFORMANCE OF OUR 300-GRAM SERGE COTTON FABRIC

Safety, dimensional stability: complies with EN ISO 13688 requirements

Fabric – Tensile strength to ENISO 13934-1 = minimum 800 N

Fabric – Tear strength to ENISO 13937-2 = minimum 15 N

Mesh – Burst strength to ENISO 13938-1 = minimum 800 N

Weight per unit area of fabric to EN 12127 minimum 240g/m².

Mesh thickness to EN ISO 5084 > 2.5 mm

Tensile strength of main seams to ENISO 13935-2 > 200 N