Nomex® for Stationwear: Thermal Protection from the Inside Out

Whether on the fireground or working around the station, there’s no such thing as “downtime” for firefighters. The good news is, apparel made with DuPont™ Nomex® fibers helps provide the reliable protection firefighters need against on-the-job hazards.

Protection
Nomex® fibers offer inherent protection against flames and extreme heat and will not melt, drip or support combustion. Stationwear made with Nomex® is compliant with NFPA 1975. We test garments made with Nomex® using our Thermo-Man® thermal burn injury evaluation system. Compared to 100% cotton, garments made with Nomex® fiber reduce the predicted burn injury by 50% when exposed to a three-second flame. 

Comfort
Garments made with Nomex® fiber are lightweight and breathable compared with flame-retardant treated (FRT) cotton garments. They help reduce the threat of heat stress, which can cause fatigue, disorientation and heat exhaustion.

Cost effectiveness
Stationwear made with Nomex® also addresses the need for durable, cost-effective protective apparel. Unlike flame-retardant (FRT) treated cotton garments, garments made with Nomex® can be washed up to 125 times without sacrificing performance, so you can get more wear out of them. The average wear life of Nomex® stationwear is about five years—versus one for flame-retardant (FRT) treated cotton—making it an affordable choice. What’s more, garments made with Nomex® don’t need to be ironed to maintain a crisp, professional look.

Stationwear made with Nomex® is ready to answer the call at any time. Just like you.