human-thermoregulation · iceplate · science · Jun 04, 2024

Human Thermoregulation: The Science of ICEPLATE® (Cooling/Heating/Hydration for PPE, Body Armor, Plate Carriers, Backpacks, etc.)

by Justin Li

Whether you're an individual exploring the benefits of ICEPLATE® or a decision-maker preparing a presentation for your organization, we have you covered. One of the most frequent questions we receive is: "Can you provide all the science, data, and research on ICEPLATE® for a presentation to my higher-ups or command?"

To make your job easier, we have gathered all the relevant links in one place. These articles from our IceAge Insights blog provide comprehensive information to meet your needs:

Plate Carrier and Vest Materials: Thermal Transmission performance

I CEPLATE® FAQ - A rich resource of frequent questions and answers

The Science of Body Armor Cooling - For the science and data nerds

How the Human Body Cools Itself

I CEPLATE® Curve: Hidden Logistics Superpowers - A study in cube space efficiency for life-support logistics

Heat Injury Prevention Methods - This will be familiar to anyone coming from the infantry, but it is a good reference for everyone

The Physics of ICEPLATE® Curve - How ICEPLATE® Curve improves endurance because it is more efficient to move (moment arm)

The Methods of Heat Transfer - Conduction, Convection, Radiation explained briefly for context

Customer Testimonial: Using ICEPLATE® in HAZMAT/CBRNE environment - An awesome perspective authored by one of our customers

How Cooling improve fleet/team efficiency/uptime - Business focused, but the principles apply to emergency response capacity too

We hope this compilation is helpful, but don't hesitate to contact us should you have questions that are not answered here.

Back to INSIGHTS: Safety

Worth it.

Intelligent decision to fit a canteen in a slim design. I couldn’t justify $50 for the ICEFLASK holster, so I utilized a normal radio pouch. For $17, the ICEFLASK Canteen is Slim, sleek and isn’t cumbersome, allowing full range of motion of arms while in kit. Definitely recommend. Qore, I recommend R&D focuses on something slim and sleek to fit flush with plates- or, for Recon purposes, something that coincides with both spaces on backside of kit but doesn’t take up the space of plate.

Hi Tom,
Thanks for taking the time to leave an honest reivew of your ICEFLASK™ experience. Regarding your suggestion, what you are describing is exactly the role filled by ICEPLATE® Curve, especially when paird with our IMS Pro Gen 3 with either a CATAMARAN Gen 3 to run under your plate carrier/armor or ICEPLATE® Backpack Gen 3 to run with a chest rig.

Details:
https://www.qoreperformance.com/blogs/military-insights/iceplate-faq-a-deeper-dive-into-the-why-the-science-and-the-design-of-the-worlds-most-capable-water-bottle?_pos=10&_sid=7b32c5d8a&_ss=r

Chest Rig/Recon:
https://www.qoreperformance.com/collections/iceplate-exo/products/iceplate-backpack
Images of this exact application from customers at 1st Recon (scroll down):
https://www.qoreperformance.com/blogs/military-insights/customer-submitted-image-gallery?_pos=1&_psq=hard-qore&_ss=e&_v=1.0

ICEPLATE® Origin Story:
https://www.wsj.com/tech/personal-tech/the-summer-is-so-hot-workers-are-wearing-high-tech-ice-packs-7ef3a9cc?mod=wsjhp_columnists_pos2

We hope this helps, but please let us know if you have any additional questions. #StayFrosty

excellent

works great for 105 degree vegas heat when i do matches, also great as ice blocks in my yeti instead of gas station ice bags. good stuff

Ice Plate EXO Gen 3

Awesome product, very light weight and well ventilated. I ordered the plate bag with the AXL cumberbund with tubes and set up was easy. I am 5'7", 205lb, lift weights, so the plate bag fits and covers my torso the way it is supposed to. Only wish i had the option to order the Large cumberbund. There is room to mount the IMS pro gen 3 on the back, inside but the large cumberbund would give me a little more play room. But that's small stuff. Other than that, AWESOME product and AWESOME customer service..

Fantastic product, lasts for more than half a day keeping you cool and providing you with chilled water.

Awesome to hear Dan and thanks for sharing! #StayFrosty

Picture deceiving

I thought this came with the pads but it’s just the Velcro system

The CATAMARAN Gen 3 product page selection boxes are labeled 'Bag: Single or Pair' and the ICEVENTS® Pontoons selection box is labled 'CATAMARAN Gen 3 Panel Only or ICEVENTS® Pontoons Included.' We apologize if this was confusing, but if you could let us a know clearer way to state this, we'll be happy to look in to updating the labels!

Truly a better mousetrap! I didn’t know the water bottle needed the revamp it did. Finding new uses almost daily.

Outstanding Product

Totally satisfied with the product, stucked it in my bullet vest on duty and saved my day, because of its body shaped form, you cant feel it after 10min and it really cools you down and gives you the long run

Instagram Handle: None

It felt abrasive in the beginning, after 3 or 4 day of wearing that start to mold, but the glue between the velcro start to separate. It may need extra sew around it so it doesn't start to come apart

Hi there,

Thank you for your feedback on our ICEVENTS® Classic Plate Carrier Ventilation Pontoons. We apologize for the delamination - that is definitely not normal. Please contact our Customer Service Team and they'll get you squared away under our Forever Warranty. We appreciate your support and hope you continue to enjoy your ICEVENTS® Pontoons.

#StayFrosty
Qore Performance Customer Support Team

Instagram Handle: Hogrider177

Fantastic addition, makes daily carry more bearable.

Hi Kelly,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review for your ICEVENTS® Aero Holster Pad. In reading your review, it sounds like it works great for you, so I wanted to personally check-in with you and see why that resulted in a 1-Star review?
Thanks again for taking the time to leave a review!

Ballistic Plate Armor.

Yo, so like, ballistic plate armor? Total game-changer, no cap. It’s like having a boss shield that’s built to flex and keep you safe when the heat is on. These things are mad durable, almost like wearing a bodyguard in your fit, making sure you stay Gucci even when the situation gets lit.

Honestly, the tech in these plates is next level—light enough to not weigh you down but strong enough to handle all the smoke. It’s straight fire for real, especially when you’re out here in the field or just tryna stay plugged in about your safety.

Lowkey, the only vibe is making sure you got the right fit—because a weak plate is a no-go, fam. But overall? It’s a W. Keeps you protected, looking fresh, and ready for whatever the streets or missions throw at you. Stay safe, stay stacked. GFYMITA .

Human Thermoregulation: The Science of ICEPLATE® (Cooling/Heating/Hydration for PPE, Body Armor, Plate Carriers, Backpacks, etc.)

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