Continuing with the brand’s commitment to provide the industry with the largest selection of cotton-rich flame resistant (FR) fabrics, Mount Vernon FR introduces two new FR fabric collections: MY•FR custom yarn-dyed stripes and plaids, as well as Nanuq CWI (Cold Weather Insulation) quilted fabrics. These new programs will help meet the growing demand for FR clothing used to protect workers from potential hazards posed by electric arc flash and flash fires.
Revco Industries is pleased to announce their new AP1010-OD flame-resistant pipe wrap. Useful in oil and gas pipeline and general pipeline construction, the pipe wrap was developed to aid controlled cooling for weld crack prevention.
NorthFlex FRGrip™ Plus 5 glove has inherently flame-retardant and heat-resistant fibers that will not degrade or melt when exposed to high-heat levels.
While the flame-resistant fabrics in use today are the result of very modern technological advancements, the idea of treating materials to make them safer in the event of fire goes back centuries
The TECGEN® brand 5 Pocket Denim Jean combines durability and comfort to offer a hard working flame-resistant denim package. The jean features a 5-pocket styling, heavy-duty zipper and reinforced stress points.
Among safety violations: no emergency shower, despite corrosive chemicals
June 25, 2015
An open-flame heater on the floor of a rig likely sparked the fire that killed three natural gas drillers and seriously injured two others in a December 2014 drilling rig fire in Coalgate, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has concluded.
Partnership combines protection and comfort in new flame resistant jeans
June 9, 2015
Mount Vernon FR and Carhartt, American’s premium work wear brand since 1889, have teamed up to launch the newest advancement in flame resistant (FR) clothing, the Carhartt Flame Resistant Rugged Flex® Jean. As the name suggests, the Carhartt FR Rugged Flex® Jean combines FlexTex FR denim from Mount Vernon FR with Carhartt’s signature Rugged Flex® stretch technology to provide comfort and protection in any work environment, while offering unique flexibility for maximum range of motion.
TECGEN® FR has announced plans to form its first Assessment Group (T.A.G. Team) during ASSE Safety 2015 from June 7-9 in Dallas. The company will enlist industry workers in the oil and gas, electrical and utilities industries to apply at the booth and then provide meaningful feedback on the newest TECGEN® FR vented shirt prototype.