Emergency service

Abstract

The clothing worn by modern fire fighters need high level of versatility in order to meet the challenges of the profession. It must protect the wearer from burns and scalds, and it should be comfortable for extended missions and technical tasks. Conventional suits are made of multi-layer material comprising a flame-resistant face fabric, a moisture barrier, a textile insulation layer, and an inner lining. The textile insulation layer specifically has disadvantages because of its weight and lack of flexibility. WL Gore has therefore developed a completely new product to replace conventional textile insulation layer, which is called Gore-Tex Airlock. This clothing gives significantly improved freedom to the wearer and allows him to operate for long periods even in close proximity to heat. Other innovative products include the Flamestar and Proban brands designed by Pincroft Dyeing & Printing, Kermel R-Liner by French company Kermel, and the C1995-A2 product by Hutingdon.