Arc flash clothing

Ergodyne announces new flame resistant apparel line

April 2, 2014

Ergodyne has announced today the expansion of their CORE Performance Work Wear® Line to include Flame Resistant (FR) apparel. A revolutionary launch of seven garments, the new FR apparel offers dual-hazard solutions in both flash fire and electrical arc flash applications.

Bulwark® FR launches first-of-its-kind Flame-Resistant (FR) product line, breaks down comfort barriers

Bulwark partners with Milliken™ & Company to design the iQ Series™, featuring superior comfort properties and advanced flame resistant-technology

January 28, 2014

Bulwark, the world's largest brand of flame-resistant (FR) apparel, today announced the launch of the iQ Series, a product line that delivers superior comfort through fabric and design innovation -- without compromising the trust and safety of its wearers. Designed to meet the needs of workers and linemen in the electric utility, oil and gas, emerging energy and NFPA 70E® (manufacturing) industries, the iQ Series offers wearers increased comfort through superior breathability, mobility, softness, durability and moisture wicking – while providing protection from flames, arc flash fires and similar dangers.

National Safety Apparel (NSA) releases the TrueComfort™ FR Knit Shirt Collection that meets NFPA 2112 and 70E Standards

December 20, 2013

Time and time again National Safety Apparel (NSA) has been asked to manufacture a lighter weight knit shirt that would meet the needs of workers exposed to the potential hazards of flash fire and arc flash. It took some time, but they are proud to answer with their newest garment line. The TrueComfort™ FR Knit Shirt Collection is constructed from a 5.5 ounce 100% FR Cotton fabric that meets NFPA 2112 and 70E (HRC2) Standards.

All about arc flash: definitions, dangers, stats, causes and prevention

November 28, 2013

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), arc-flash is an electric current that passes through air when insulation or isolation between electrified conductors is no longer sufficient to withstand the applied voltage. The flash is immediate, but the result of these incidents can cause severe injury including burns. Each year more than 2,000 people are treated in burn centers with severe arc flash injuries.

FR pants and arc rated welding jacket

October 28, 2013

Revco Industries Inc. is giving welders more FR options with new pants choices and their new arc rated welding jacket. Revco is now offering orange FR pants for the safety industry, as well as green pants with hook and loop leg slits for easy on and off with boots.

Westex TrueComfort™

September 10, 2013

Westex, a world leader in flame resistant fabrics, now offers “Westex TrueComfort^TM,” a new advancement in in flame resistant knit fabrics. The new TrueComfort^TMfabrics are lightweight, soft & breathable and offer the same guarantee of flame resistance for the life of the garments as Westex’s proven UltraSoft®, UltraSoft AC® and Indura® brands.

Four categories of PPE required for arc flash risks

Dave Johnson

June 4, 2013

CATEGORY 0 -Protective Clothing, Non-melting or Untreated Natural Fiber (i.e. untreated cotton, wool, rayon, or silk, or blends of these materials) with a fabric weight of at least 4.5 oz/yd²
• Shirt (long sleeve)
• Pants (long)

NFPA 70E: Definitions you should know

A handy guide

Dave Johnson

May 31, 2013

OSHA requires employers to protect employees from electrical hazards, including arc flash. Yet OSHA does not specifically explain how to comply with these regulations. NFPA 70E is the bridge between OSHA regulations and compliance.

Selecting PPE for arc flash protection

Two ways to choose

Dave Johnson

May 29, 2013

Four different arc flash type events need to be assessed when designing safety programs: Open Air Arc Flashes; Ejected Arc Flashes; Equipment Focused Arc; Flashes (Arc-in-a-box); Tracking Arc Flashes. Many methods exist to protect personnel from arc flash hazards.