Flame-Resistant Fabric Information
| FABRIC | WEIGHT | NFPA 70E ARC RATING |
PPE CAT. |
|---|---|---|---|
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NOMEX |
4.5 OZ. |
4.6 Cal/cm2 |
1 |
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NOMEX |
6.0 OZ. |
5.7 Cal/cm2 |
1 |
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NOMEX |
7.5 OZ. |
6.6 Cal/cm2 |
1 |
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ADVANCE |
7.0 OZ. |
8.5 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
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TECASAFE PLUS |
5.8 OZ. |
6.5 Cal/cm2 |
1 |
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TECASAFE PLUS |
7.0 OZ. |
9.0 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
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FIREWEAR |
5.5 OZ. |
7.0 Cal/cm2 |
1 |
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FIREWEAR |
9.5 OZ. |
11.5 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
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INDURA |
7.0 OZ. |
7.7 Cal/cm2 |
1 |
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INDURA |
9.0 OZ. |
10.8 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
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ULTRA SOFT |
7.0 OZ. |
8.7 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
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ULTRA SOFT |
9.0 OZ. |
12.4 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
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FR 88% Cotton/ 12% Nylon |
7.0 OZ. |
9.2 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
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FR 88% Cotton/ 12% Nylon |
9.0 OZ. |
14.0 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
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FR 100% Cotton Denim |
14.0 OZ. |
21.0 Cal/cm2 |
2 |
In any work environment that exposes individuals to the risk of flash fires or explosions, something that could potentially prevent a more serious burn injury or help to save a life is necessary. When seconds separate disaster from safety, flame resistant protective clothing just might be the difference that can save a life. We know that the wide range of flame resistant fabrics can be confusing to the end user confronted with so many different fabrics to choose from, all with their own advantages and disadvantages. Topps® works closely with fiber producers and textile mills in the development and evaluation of new flame resistant fabrics. Members of the Topps® staff have the knowledge and experience to answer your questions about all types of flame resistant protective uniforms.
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THESE TOPPS® GARMENTS MEET ALL THE REQUIREMENTS OF NFPA 1975 STANDARD ON STATION/WORK UNIFORMS FOR FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES, CURRENT EDITION.
THESE TOPPS® GARMENTS MEET ALL THE REQUIREMENT OF NFPA 1977 STANDARD ON PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT FOR WILDLAND FIRE FIGHTING, CURRENT EDITION.
THESE TOPPS® GARMENTS MEET THE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL OPERATIONS , CURRENT EDITION.
THESE TOPPS® GARMENTS MEET ALL THE REQUIREMENTS OF NFPA 2112 STANDARD ON FLAME RESISTANT GARMENTS FOR PROTECTION OF INDUSTRIAL PERSONNEL AGAINST FLASH FIRE. CURRENT EDITION.