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Hypothermia Prevention & Management Kit INSULATED (HPMK-I)

Name: Hypothermia Prevention & Management Kit INSULATED (HPMK-I)
Brand: North American Rescue
SKU: 80-1192
Price: 179.99 USD
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SKU: 80-1192

Type: Hypothermia Management

Vendor: North American Rescue

PRODUCT INFORMATION

The North American Rescue HPMK-I™ (Hypothermia Prevention and Management Kit — Insulated) is the enhanced, cold-weather-optimized version of the CoTCCC-recommended HPMK. The patent-pending HRS-I™ shell adds Climashield® insulation to the 5-ply construction, and the included 4-Cell Ready Heat™ blanket delivers up to 10 hours of oxygen-activated dry heat — packaged at H 8 in × W 11 in × D 6 in, 4 lb 14 oz.

Key Specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	North American Rescue
SKU	80-1192
CoTCCC Status	Builds on CoTCCC-recommended HPMK; meets updated CoTCCC guidelines
HRS-I Shell Construction	5-ply composite with protected non-conductive reflective layer + Climashield® insulation
Heat Source	4-Cell Ready Heat™ blanket — oxygen-activated, up to 10 hours dry heat
Access Closure	1.5 in. continuous hook and loop — 360° access
Weight Rating	250+ lb supported
Hood	Built-in insulated hood
Packaged Dimensions	H 8 in × W 11 in × D 6 in
Packaged Weight	4 lb 14 oz
HRS-I Open Dimensions	78 in L × 43 in W
Package Format	Vacuum-packaged; NAR Red Tip Technology® rapid-access pull tabs

Kit Contents

1 × Heat Reflective Shell-Insulated (HRS-I™) with built-in insulated hood
1 × Ready Heat 4-Cell Blanket (oxygen-activated, up to 10 hours dry heat)
1 × Plastic vacuum bag

Product Overview

The HPMK-I represents the evolution of the CoTCCC-recommended HPMK platform, incorporating a fully insulated outer shell to meet the demands of extreme cold environments. While the standard HPMK provides excellent hypothermia prevention through reflection and chemical warming, the HPMK-I adds Climashield® insulation directly into the 5-ply HRS-I shell — creating a system where the outer covering itself retains heat, independent of the active warming component inside.

The 4-Cell Ready Heat™ blanket replaces the standard HPMK's shell liner with a more powerful active warming solution. Four separate cells provide sustained exothermic output for up to 10 hours of continuous dry heat — active warming across the entire body surface area, distributed through the cells for even heat delivery. Like all Ready Heat products, it activates instantly on exposure to air with no preparation required.

At H 8 in × W 11 in × D 6 in and 4 lb 14 oz, the HPMK-I is slightly larger than the standard HPMK (6.75 × 10.5 × 5.5 in, 3.5 lb) — a modest size and weight increase for significantly enhanced cold-weather performance. For units operating in alpine, arctic, or cold-weather maritime environments, the HPMK-I is the appropriate selection. For temperate environments, the standard HPMK's performance is generally sufficient at lower weight and cost.

All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does the HPMK-I differ from the standard HPMK?

The HPMK-I adds two significant upgrades: the HRS-I outer shell with integrated Climashield® insulation (5-ply vs 4-ply) provides higher passive thermal retention, and the heat source is upgraded from a standard self-heating liner to a more powerful 4-Cell Ready Heat blanket. The packaged size is slightly larger (H 8 × W 11 × D 6 in, 4 lb 14 oz vs 6.75 × 10.5 × 5.5 in, 3 lb 8 oz), reflecting the additional insulation. The HPMK-I is the correct choice for cold-weather operations; the standard HPMK is sufficient for temperate environments.

Is the HPMK-I CoTCCC-recommended?

The HPMK-I is built directly upon the foundation of the CoTCCC-recommended HPMK, and NAR specifically states it meets new CoTCCC guidelines for hypothermia prevention. It delivers the same CoTCCC-compliant thermal protection as the standard HPMK with enhanced cold-weather performance. The CoTCCC recommendation for hypothermia prevention during casualty care applies to the HPMK system family, of which the HPMK-I is the insulated variant.

How does the 4-Cell Ready Heat blanket differ from the standard HPMK liner?

The 4-Cell Ready Heat blanket provides four separate heating cells distributed across the patient's body for even heat delivery, compared to the standard HPMK's single-cell shell liner. Both are oxygen-activated and provide up to 10 hours of continuous dry heat. The 4-cell design is considered more effective for full-body warming because it distributes active heat generation across multiple body regions rather than concentrating it in one area, improving overall thermal management in the most severe hypothermia scenarios.

What environments specifically call for the HPMK-I over the standard HPMK?

The HPMK-I is most indicated for operations in alpine, arctic, sub-arctic, and cold-weather maritime environments where ambient temperatures are consistently below freezing and exposure times may be extended. It is also appropriate when anticipated casualty evacuation times are prolonged (multiple hours), when patients present with wet or immersion injuries, or when operations involve high altitude where temperature drop is significant. In temperate or warm environments, the standard HPMK provides appropriate performance at lower pack weight.

Does the HPMK-I require any tools or activation steps to deploy?

No. The entire HPMK-I system deploys through two steps: open the vacuum packaging using the NAR Red Tip Technology pull tabs (works with gloves), and expose the 4-Cell Ready Heat blanket to air. Heat generation begins immediately upon air exposure. No batteries, buttons, lighters, microwave, or hot water are required. This self-activation design ensures the kit is deployable in any field condition without dependence on additional equipment or power sources.