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June 10, 2020
For heatstroke prevention during the pandemic. A simple, easy-to-use parasol series for men | Wpc.™
Wpc.™ | Weather Performance Comfort
Reduces heat while wearing a mask with heat shielding and light-blocking effects, and aids in proper social distancing.
Many people are likely still wearing masks as a measure against coronavirus infection. However, with the changing seasons, there are concerns about the risk of heatstroke from wearing a mask. That's why we recommend simple, easy-to-use parasols for men. They offer excellent light-blocking and heat-shielding properties, not only lowering perceived temperature but also naturally ensuring appropriate social distancing.
Text by OZAKI Sayaka | Edit by TSUCHIDA Takashi
A functional, simple parasol for men that always creates shade.
Parasols that naturally facilitate outdoor social distancing are gaining attention as a measure against coronavirus. Simultaneously, this summer, wearing masks outdoors can strain the body by increasing blood carbon dioxide levels and perceived temperature, potentially raising the risk of heatstroke. Therefore, "parasols" are recommended.
Wpc.™'s parasol series for men features simple, standard designs and highly functional items that excel not only in UV protection but also in light-blocking and heat-shielding capabilities. Using such functional parasols creates a state of being in shade at all times, which helps lower perceived body temperature. Their versatile design makes them suitable for shared use by family or couples.
The "Minimum Basic Parasol" has a rib length of 55 cm and a diameter of 97 cm, making it sufficiently sized for men, yet it weighs only 220 grams, making it lightweight. It is also highly portable and features water-repellent and waterproof processing, allowing it to be used as a rain umbrella as well as a sun parasol.
The "Lightweight Light-Blocking ASC Parasol" features an AUTO SAFETY CLOSURE system, allowing it to open with a single touch. Using carbon fiber ribs and a high-density lightweight fabric, it reduces the weight of conventional automatic-opening umbrellas to under 250 grams for easy portability. The case also has a zipper for easy insertion and removal.
The "Light-Blocking Patchwork Tiny" is a parasol with an excellent design, featuring two colors of fabric pieced together. It uses 5-stage telescopic ribs and a high-density lightweight fabric, making it ultra-compact and easy to carry. When folded, it becomes a square shape, which is convenient for carrying in a bag without disrupting its silhouette.
All these parasols have a polyurethane coating on the underside of the fabric. By filling the fabric's weave, they enhance their function as parasols, improving light-blocking and heat-shielding properties. They are also water-repellent and waterproof, making them fully usable as rain umbrellas.
Minimum Basic Parasol
Material | 100% Polyester
Weight | Approx. 220g
Diameter when open | Approx. 97cm
Size when stored in case | 24cm (length) x 7cm (width)
UV Cut Rate | 99.99% or higher
Light Blocking Rate | 99.99% or higher
Price | ¥2,500 (excluding tax)
Light-Blocking Lightweight ASC Parasol
Material | 100% Polyester
Weight | Approx. 240g
Diameter when open | Approx. 90cm
Size when stored in case | 28.5cm (length) x 5.5cm (width)
UV Cut Rate | 99.99% or higher
Light Blocking Rate | 99.99% or higher
Price | ¥3,400 (excluding tax)
Light-Blocking Patchwork Tiny
Material | 100% Polyester
Weight | Approx. 180g
Diameter when open | Approx. 83cm
Size when stored in case | 14.5cm (length) x 8.5cm (width)
UV Cut Rate | 99.99% or higher
Light Blocking Rate | 99.99% or higher
Price | ¥2,400 (excluding tax)
