Is the ML Kishigo 9146 a good choice for a Class 3 high-visibility long sleeve shirt for roadway or nighttime work?
Yes. The ML Kishigo 9146 is an ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R, Class 3 high-visibility long sleeve T-shirt — the highest visibility class in the standard, intended for workers exposed to high-speed traffic, low-light or nighttime conditions, and complex work zones such as highway construction, survey, flagging, and utility work. Its long sleeves and fluorescent orange body deliver the full-body coverage Class 3 requires, with 2" wide high-performance reflective tape for conspicuity. Made of moisture-wicking microfiber polyester with a left chest pocket, it's a comfortable, compliant alternative to layering a vest over a plain shirt.
What safety standard does the ML Kishigo 9146 long sleeve shirt meet?
The ML Kishigo 9146 meets ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R, Class 3, compliant with both the 2015 and 2020 editions. "Type R" means it is rated for roadway and temporary traffic-control use, and "Class 3" is the highest visibility level, requiring the most fluorescent background material and retroreflective tape — including coverage on the arms. The 9146 achieves this with a fluorescent orange body, long sleeves, and 2" wide reflective tape.
What does "Class 3" mean on the Kishigo 9146 hi-vis shirt, and why is it a long sleeve design?
Class 3 is the highest conspicuity level under ANSI/ISEA 107, requiring more fluorescent background fabric and retroreflective tape than Class 1 or Class 2, plus visibility of the arms. The ML Kishigo 9146 meets that with long sleeves in fluorescent orange plus 2" wide reflective tape wrapping the torso and sleeves, so the full body is visible. It's intended for workers facing the greatest visibility hazards: high-speed traffic (over 50 mph), nighttime or low-light operations, and work zones where the whole body needs to be seen.
What is the ML Kishigo 9146 shirt made of, and does it keep you cool?
The ML Kishigo 9146 is made of microfiber polyester that wicks away moisture to help keep you dry and cool during hot-weather, all-day wear. It's a solid-knit long sleeve T-shirt with a fluorescent orange body and 2" wide high-performance reflective tape. The moisture-wicking fabric makes it comfortable for active work while still meeting ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 3 visibility.
What sizes does the ML Kishigo 9146 long sleeve shirt come in?
The ML Kishigo 9146 comes in a full size range from M through 5X (M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X), so it fits most workers. It's a long sleeve Class 3 hi-vis T-shirt in fluorescent orange with a left chest pocket, and each size is packaged individually.
Is the ML Kishigo 9146 shirt machine washable and durable?
Yes. The ML Kishigo 9146 is machine washable — wash cold, no bleach, tumble dry low, do not dry clean, and do not iron. Kishigo rates it for 50 wash cycles while maintaining its ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 3 compliance. The microfiber polyester is quick-drying and built to hold up to regular job-site laundering.
Can I get the ML Kishigo 9146 shirt customized with a company logo?
Yes. Optional custom imprinting is available on the ML Kishigo 9146 through Industrial Safety Products, with a minimum order of 24 garments. If an order doesn't meet the 24-piece minimum, it ships as standard "non-logo" shirts. It's a good fit for crews that want branded, ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 3 hi-vis apparel, and it ships with free shipping.
ML Kishigo 9146 long sleeve shirt vs a hi-vis vest — which should I choose?
Both can meet Class 3, but they serve different needs. The ML Kishigo 9146 is a Class 3 long sleeve shirt — the hi-vis material is the garment itself, giving arm coverage and sun protection without layering, and its moisture-wicking microfiber polyester keeps you cool in hot weather. A hi-vis vest goes over your own clothing and is quicker to take on and off. Choose the 9146 when you want an all-in-one Class 3 garment for warm-weather, full-shift wear; choose a vest when you need to layer over changing clothing or share gear across a crew.
What's the difference between the ML Kishigo 9146 and the lime 9145 long sleeve shirt?
They're the same shirt in two hi-vis colors. Style #9146 is fluorescent orange and #9145 is fluorescent lime; both are ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R, Class 3 long sleeve T-shirts with the same solid-knit microfiber polyester, 2" wide reflective tape, left chest pocket, and M–5X size range. Choose the color that best fits your work environment and crew standard — orange stands out against green/vegetated backgrounds, while lime often stands out against darker or urban backgrounds.
Is the ML Kishigo 9146 a full-body hi-vis shirt, and does it have a pocket?
Yes. The ML Kishigo 9146 is a full-body Class 3 hi-vis long sleeve T-shirt: the fluorescent orange fabric covers the torso and arms and carries 2" wide reflective tape around the body and sleeves for 360° conspicuity. It also includes a left chest pocket for convenience. Made of moisture-wicking microfiber polyester in a solid-knit construction, it delivers the highest ANSI/ISEA 107 visibility class in a comfortable, all-in-one garment.