FR Control 2.0: Making Waves!

Our new FR Control 2.0 garments have made quite the splash the past two weeks! Check out a few of the places we were featured:

Textile World:
http://www.nsamfg.com/News/Textile_World_highlights_FR_Control_20

ISHN:
http://www.nsamfg.com/News/ISHN_feature_FR_Control_20

ThomasNet:

http://news.thomasnet.com/fullstory/615290/nct

And, you can check out the all-new and enhanced FR Control website, featuring both the original and the 2.0 garments! 

http://www.frcontrol.com  

Thanks for checking us out and helping the launch be a success!

FR Control 2.0: The Next Generation of Arc Flash Protection

National Safety Apparel’s ultra-unique, lightweight shirts have received an upgrade. The all-new FR Control 2.0 garments are here.

The first version of the FR Control shirts feature body temperature regulating Outlast® technology – a woven-in fabric that absorbs and stores excess body heat, then releases it when outside temperatures decrease. The result is an article of clothing that actively keeps its wearer at the ideal comfort zone – all while protecting from arc flash up to 3.6 cal/cm².

In May, the FR Control 2.0 made its debut.  The newest version features a beefed up 4.0 cal/cm² rating – high enough to reach Hazard Risk Category 1. It’s also infused with Spandex®, providing a stretchier and customized fit.  The color has changed from khaki to a stylish navy blue. 

The shirt is available in long and short sleeve styles, and a brand new balaclava is available for head and neck protection.  Whereas most balaclavas are stiff and hot, this revolutionary head protection will be perfect for wearing under an arc flash helmet and face shield to keep the head cool.

A product information sheet can be found here.

20 cal PPE and The Future of Arc Flash Protection

Have you heard the buzz on the new 20 cal/cm² standard in the PPE world?  Well, if not, this brief post will attempt to explain what has been going on in the past 6-7 months, and what exactly is changing.

Perhaps the best place to start is with Hugh Hoagland’s article from last October.  As he explains, both the NESC and NFPA 70E have changed for 2012.  Thanks to some new, more advanced testing methods and understandings of arc flash itself, the recommendation for low voltage is shifting from an HRC based system to a more specific 20 cal/cm² protection.

He goes on to talk about evaluating the PPE needs of a particular task, and some of the challenges the company performing the task may face.  For that reason, National Safety Apparel is adapting to create familiar, comfortable, and varying garments with increased protection.  As we say, we’re “Innovating for You,” and this is going to be a big part of 2012’s advancements.

For some of our new 20 cal/cm² product information, check out the PDF document linked below.