Portwest Mining Protective Wear Booklet

FABRICS Our fabrics need to work hard. They need to protect and be comfortable, stretch and be durable, perform and be skin friendly. Great care and consideration is given to the selection of each and every fabric that is used across the entire range.

This inherently flame resistant fabric offers luxurious comfort and is ideal for hot climates. The special viscose blend provides outstanding ARC protection rarely achieved on lightweight fabrics. Constructed using 65% viscose, 33% aramid, 2% anti-static, Portflame™ is available in 215g and 185g.

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Modacrylic fibres provide inherent permanent flame resistance, excellent dimensional stability and high elastic properties which allow garments to retain their shape. High cotton content gives the fabric comfort, warmth and a soft handle. Carbon fibre woven into the fabric gives inherent anti-static properties.

Bizflame™ has a proprietary flame resistant finish which, when applied to fabric, gives excellent flame resistance. All of the Bizflame fabrics use the highest quality raw materials, ensuring the perfect balance of comfort and strength.

Bizweld™ is a flame resistant, cotton fabric, globally available and engineered for maximum performance, comfort and durability. This high-technology fabric is used with confidence by millions of workers in the welding industry and allied industries.

Portwest Extreme™ is a premium high performance breathable rainwear fabric constructed from 100% Polyester, 300D Stretch Oxford 200g and offers superior comfort, function and endurance in all weather conditions. Waterproof, breathable and windproof to the highest standards, this fabric far exceeds the requirements of EN 343 Class 4:4.

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