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Using the best fabrics to achieve

outstanding performance

Fabric choice The fabric composition is 59% Nomex®, 40% Kevlar®, 1%
Antistatic.
Protective clothing for firefighters is manufactured from A 220gsm outer shell or single layer
three layers: outer layer, moisture barrier and thermal fabric featuring Nomex®, Kevlar® and
barrier. PBI®. is a highly breathable fabric used as an
outer shell fabric for structural fire fighter garments. Like
The choice of fabrics available for each of these layers is its stable mates and this fabric
described below. features the unique and innovative ‘Active Air Entrapment’,
provided by the double cloth construction. The inclusion of
Outer PBI® fibre increases thermal integrity, ensuring that, after
cooling, the fabric remains flexible and intact, and does
The following fabrics are supplied and recommended by not break open after flashover. The fabric uses a specially
Bristol because their properties and construction are such developed proprietary yarn with smoother surface to
that they will neither melt nor ignite. maximise breathability by reducing fibrillation. The Nomex®
NOMEX® TOUGH - Widely used over many yarn is slightly raised to protect the PBI® yarn and thus
years by fire brigades throughout the UK improve abrasion resistance.
and Europe, Nomex® Tough has proved its The fabric composition is 74% PBI® (proprietary blend),
durability for the rigours of firefighting. It comprises 75% 23% Nomex®, 3% Kevlar®.
Nomex®, 23% Kevlar® for strength and 2% P140 carbon
fibre (which gives the fabric its anti-static properties). It is PBI Gold is an exclusive blend of fibres that
available in 195 g/m2 twill weave in a variety of colours. provides protection and comfort. This fabric does
This fabric gives excellent tensile and abrasion resistance. not shrink or become brittle after exposure to
heat or flame. PBI Gold gives you extra time and
This is a patented TI-technology fabric design mobility to be effective and to get out quickly from the heat
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manufactured using a Nomex®/Kevlar® fibre and flame, when every second counts.
combination. Because the system uses the ‘ACTIVE AIR
ENTRAPMENT’ system, coupled with the added strength, it The fabric composition is 40% PBI and 60% Para-Aramid
offers the highest levels of thermal protection and garment and is available in a ripstop plain weave, 205 g/m2. The
integrity. natural colour is gold but other colours are available.
PBI Matrix® is a durable matrix of high-strength
A 220gsm outer shell fabric featuring
DuPont™ Nomex® and DuPont™ Aramid filaments which have been woven into
Kevlar®. is a highly breathable fabric designed the PBI Gold fabric to enhance and reinforce its
primarily as an outer shell for structural fire fighter resistance to wear and tear whilst retaining its heat and
garments, reducing the risk of heat stress by keeping you flame protection. This fabric does not shrink or become
cool and comfortable, whatever the situation. Tried, tested, brittle after exposure to heat or flame.
and requested by fire fighters worldwide, The fabric composition is 40% PBI and 60% Para-Aramid
combines the flame resistant properties of Nomex® and and is available in a plain weave of 205 g/m2. The natural
Kevlar® to provide dynamic thermal protection and colour is gold but other colours are available.
outstanding durability even in the most demanding
situations. Other PBI fabrics are also available, such as.
Other fabrics. Fibre producers and weavers
The fabric composition is 89% Nomex®, 9% Kevlar®,
2% Antistatic. are constantly introducing new developments,
and Bristol can supply outershell fabrics in addition to those
A 270gsm outer shell or single layer described above.
fabric featuring Nomex® and
Kevlar®. is a highly breathable fabric, used
both as an outer shell fabric for structural fire fighter
garments, and as a single layer fabric in riot police
coveralls. The inclusion of a higher percentage of Kevlar®
in the composition ensures the fabric has outstanding
tensile and tear strength for the most demanding situations.

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