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Mount Vernon FR continues expansion of flame resistant collection with introduction of two new fabrics

August 6, 2015

Continuing with the brand’s commitment to provide the industry with the largest selection of cotton-rich flame resistant (FR) fabrics, Mount Vernon FR introduces two new FR fabric collections: MY•FR custom yarn-dyed stripes and plaids, as well as Nanuq CWI (Cold Weather Insulation) quilted fabrics. These new programs will help meet the growing demand for FR clothing used to protect workers from potential hazards posed by electric arc flash and flash fires.

Pros surveyed on Flame-Resistant Clothing needs

Oil and gas industry users face the biggest challenges

August 3, 2015

Use of flame-resistant clothing (FRC) in industry has boomed in the past few years.

Arc flash injuries

Ashley Pope

August 3, 2015

Understanding regulations and keeping safe in arc flash incidents is a must for workers in the electrical and utilities industries.

FR pipe wrap to aid weld cooling

July 16, 2015

Revco Industries is pleased to announce their new AP1010-OD flame-resistant pipe wrap. Useful in oil and gas pipeline and general pipeline construction, the pipe wrap was developed to aid controlled cooling for weld crack prevention.

High-heat level glove by Honeywell / North

July 1, 2015

NorthFlex FRGrip™ Plus 5 glove has inherently flame-retardant and heat-resistant fibers that will not degrade or melt when exposed to high-heat levels.

A brief history of FR

From ancient Romans to modern workers

Maureen Paraventi

July 1, 2015

While the flame-resistant fabrics in use today are the result of very modern technological advancements, the idea of treating materials to make them safer in the event of fire goes back centuries

TECGEN® Brand 5 Pocket Denim Jean

June 25, 2015

The TECGEN® brand 5 Pocket Denim Jean combines durability and comfort to offer a hard working flame-resistant denim package. The jean features a 5-pocket styling, heavy-duty zipper and reinforced stress points.

Open-flame heater likely cause of oil rig fire that killed 3 and injured 2

Among safety violations: no emergency shower, despite corrosive chemicals

June 25, 2015

An open-flame heater on the floor of a rig likely sparked the fire that killed three natural gas drillers and seriously injured two others in a December 2014 drilling rig fire in Coalgate, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has concluded.

Mount Vernon FR continues denim innovation with Carhartt flame resistant rugged Flex® jeans

Partnership combines protection and comfort in new flame resistant jeans

June 9, 2015

Mount Vernon FR and Carhartt, American’s premium work wear brand since 1889, have teamed up to launch the newest advancement in flame resistant (FR) clothing, the Carhartt Flame Resistant Rugged Flex® Jean. As the name suggests, the Carhartt FR Rugged Flex® Jean combines FlexTex FR denim from Mount Vernon FR with Carhartt’s signature Rugged Flex® stretch technology to provide comfort and protection in any work environment, while offering unique flexibility for maximum range of motion.

TECGEN® FR seeks insight of industry workers at ASSE Safety 2015

June 5, 2015

TECGEN® FR has announced plans to form its first Assessment Group (T.A.G. Team) during ASSE Safety 2015 from June 7-9 in Dallas. The company will enlist industry workers in the oil and gas, electrical and utilities industries to apply at the booth and then provide meaningful feedback on the newest TECGEN® FR vented shirt prototype.