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Top FR clothing trends for 2017

Insights on the future of FR workwear

April 1, 2017

When it comes to protective clothing, each new year brings a variety of innovations and improvements. Workrite Uniform Company, a flame-resistant (FR) workwear manufacturer, predicts the following “Top 5” trends that will guide the FR clothing industry in 2017.

Mount Vernon FR extends flame resistant FlexTex line of stretch fabrics

March 30, 2017

With the rise of consumers looking for more comfortable clothing options, including workwear, Mount Vernon FR is expanding its collection of flame resistant (FR) FlexTex fabrics. The FlexTex line is engineered with stretch for increased comfort and mobility, but with no reduction in FR protection or durability.

Carhartt to introduce eight new women’s flame-resistant styles

March 23, 2017

Carhartt, America’s premium workwear brand since 1889, today announced it is adding eight new women’s styles to its flame resistant (FR) line. The new assortment – which includes a jacket, a denim pant and canvas pant, a coverall, a woven shirt, and three knit shirts – focuses on fabric and fit, while mirroring the sizing of Carhartt’s non-FR women’s styles.

DuPont™ Nomex® marks first 50 years of enabling endless possibilities

March 23, 2017

DuPont Protection Solutions today announced that it is kicking off a year-long celebration of the 50th anniversary of DuPont™ Nomex®, an inherently heat- and flame-resistant fiber used to help provide protection to millions of people and critical processes worldwide. Throughout the year, a series of celebratory events and activities will be held to not only mark this major milestone, but to focus on the future.

Workrite Uniform Company shares leading causes of industrial fires

Flame-resistant clothing company highlights key hazards to encourage proactive safety measures

March 10, 2017

Flash fire, arc flash and other thermal hazards pose a significant safety threat in a variety of workplaces. Recognizing the key causes of these hazards in industrial settings — as well as wearing the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) — can go a long way toward reducing worker injuries. In light of this, Workrite Uniform Company, a flame-resistant (FR) clothing manufacturer, encourages all industrial personnel to pay careful attention to the following common fire starters and implement proper safety measures.

HI-VIS COTTON JACKET

TruGuard™ 250 Hi-Vis FR Cotton Jacket and Vest from Black Stallion®

March 1, 2017

The TruGuard™ 250 Hi-Vis FR Cotton Jacket and Vest from Black Stallion® are the first value-priced FR-treated 100% cotton garments with ANSI/ISEA 107-2015 high-visibility compliance, designed specifically for the welding, safety, and industrial markets. The flame-resistant reflective striping on both garments meets ANSI/ISEA standards and the unique stripe configuration on the back maximizes the available print area to customize with a graphic or company logo.

Hazard education: What every employee should know about their FR workwear

Mark Saner

March 1, 2017

Selecting the right FR clothing is a vital part of protecting employees against heat- and fire-related hazards, but if employees don’t wear their FR garments properly, the safety benefits are significantly reduced.

Baby, it’s cold outside: Layering for comfort with FR workwear

Michael Batson

January 27, 2017

For those who work outside or in unprotected environments winter can be the most challenging time of the year when it comes to selecting the FR clothing to be worn to work.

Report finds workplace arc flash injuries caused by insufficient PPE

December 6, 2016

In a survey of 500 people working in fields exposed to arc flash and flash fire, 38 per cent did not wear flame resistant (FR) clothing for work. The most prominent reason was that the clothing was not provided by their workplace (38 per cent), with other reasons including being expensive, uncomfortable, or too hot.

Workrite Uniform Company collects fire stations’ favorite recipes

FR clothing manufacturer offers free FR apron to firefighters who provide recipes for cookbook

November 15, 2016

Workrite Uniform Company, a flame-resistant (FR) workwear manufacturer, is asking the firefighting community to share their favorite recipes for inclusion in the company’s upcoming fire station cookbook. Each person who submits a recipe is also eligible to receive a free Workrite® FR Fire Service apron while supplies last.