PF 1000 Extreme Features

Additional requirements for entire helmet

Visor EN 14458:2018

Optional Eye protection

Interior features

Outer shell

Closed helmet shell

Straps

Safety release

Service life and maintenance

Standard colour: fluorescent yellow

Reflector strips

Inner Shell

All mounting parts can be replaced

Size adjustment

Neck protector

Anti-rain lip

Suitable for contact microphone

PF 1000 Extreme, noctilucent silber
Art.Nr: 8.1001.11

PF 1000 Extreme, neon red
Art.Nr: 8.1001.13

Special colors available on request

PF 1000 Extreme, day glow silver
Art.Nr: 8.1001.10

PF 1000 Extreme, red silver
Art.Nr: 8.1001.14

PF 1000 Extreme, white silver
Art.Nr: 8.1001.17

PF 1000 Extreme, black silver
Art.Nr: 8.1001.01

• CASCO and the city Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany

  Since 2014 the rescue service and the fire brigade in Schwäbisch Gmünd are equipped with CASCO helmets. The rescue service uses both the firefighting light helmet PF 100 Rescue as well as the firefighting helmet PF 1000 R, the fire brigade is equipped the high-performance helmet PF 1000 Extreme.

• Fire brigade Merano relies on CASCO

  In 2015, the firefighting department of Merano (Italy) decided to switch to CASCO. Since then they are using PF 1000 Exteme helmet in neon yellow with the high-performance PPSU visor.

• Thüringen 112.de 6/2015

  Briefly presented - thüringen112.de under test

  CASCO PF 1000 EXTREME
  The helmet manufacturer CASCO has provided us with a helmet model type PF 1000 EXTREME for product testing. Together with Timo Steitz from the volunteer fire brigade Themar we have taken a closer look at this fire brigade helmet.
  The CASCO company is a family-run business which was established in 1989 and have since then devoted themselves to the production of safety helmets in a number of areas.

  Initial impression
  The fire brigade helmet CASCO PF 1000 EXTREME makes a solid, modern impression and immediately inspires with its well-designed slimline, ergonomic design. PF 1000 fulfils the high performance norm DIN EN 443:2008, helmet type B. The helmet is further equipped with a drop down eye protection visor (optional) and face shield, which are both fully retractable. Aside from the number of optional neck protection variations available, the PF 1000 features an integrated Nomex neck protector. The inner shell provides a three-dimensional helmet adjustment system. The turning clasp for size adjustment is located at the rear of the helmet between the inner and outer shell and is protected by a magnetic plate.  Further special features include a 3-point chin strap of low flammability with a helmet lock which safely enables one-handed release even when under tension. A number of reflective strips ensure safety in the dark.

  Practical test

  The PF 1000 also draws a positive balance with the wearer thanks to its light weight, which lies at around 1500 g. The head size can be adjusted with relative simplicity and within a short space of time. Communication and use of radio equipment or a mobile phone is equally trouble-free. A positive feature is the easy operation of both eye protection visor and face shield, both of which can be easily dropped down or retracted by means of two levers aligned to the helmet shape.  An aspect which needs some getting used to is the size adjustment turning clasp at the back of the helmet, whereby this clearly assures protection from both mechanical and thermal factors.  Overall, the person carrying out the test soon came to terms with the PF 1000.

  Optional accessories
  The CASCO company offers an additional leather neck guard for the PF 1000, an all-round neck protector (Dutch cloth), an aluminised neck guard and a Nomex neck protector. All of which can be affixed using 5 press button snaps.  The helmet can also be equipped with multifunctional adapter plates, flashlight bracket and UK 4AA ES1 Xenon flashlight.

  Conclusion
  The CASCO PF 1000 need not fear comparisons with other manufacturers.  The helmet offers many innovative features and presents itself in a modern and attractive design. Aside from its special features and functionality, this is one of the most slimline helmets on the market. The PF 1000 series fulfils the required norm criteria and  is suitable for use for inside attack.  When drawing comparison to helmets of other manufacturers offering similar features, the PF 1000 EXTREME is acceptably and ppropriately priced. The helmet currently costs around 220,- €, plus VAT. The PF 1000 comes in a variety of colours.

• Experience report Feuercon

  "This CASCO PF 1000 has been with us at 120 apartment fires and its shell has no damage or reduction despite of intensive stress. We are very satisfied with the quality of helmets and continue to CASCO." mit der Qualität der Helme und setzen weiterhin auf CASCO.“

  Thomas Wieshoff
  Managing partner of Feuercon (firefighting and real fire training)

• Arkhangelsk city (RUS) and PF 1000 Extreme

  The firefighters of Arkhangelsk city (RUS) are satisfied with CASCO´s PF 1000 Extreme.