Lenzing is showing FR fibre at Interschutz event
June 12, 2015 - Germany
Lenzing is showing its Flame Retardant (FR) fibre, which is based on cellulose, at the ongoing Interschutz event, the largest international venue for experts in fire protection and the emergency services, as a complete solution for applications in firefighter protective clothing, in Hannover, Germany.
Each layer of Lenzing FR offers protection and comfort. The protective fibre, created on a cellulose basis, protects firefighters from heat stress as a result of heat accumulation, one of the most frequent reasons for failures in emergency service deployment. With the conception of different layers of fabric, Lenzing FR can offer a tailor-made concept based on the respective application. Lenzing FR can develop its advantages to perfection in fibre blends with synthetics in particular. Due to its naturalness, the Lenzing FR fibre guarantees the very best moisture absorption and breathing properties through all of the layers in which it is used. In particular, gear for the head and hands, which perspire profusely requires better sweat transportation which is guaranteed with Lenzing FR, according to a company release.
Compared to commonly-used protective clothing, protective clothing with Lenzing FR shows that second and third degree burns can be reduced by up to 30 per cent. In particular the cracking of fabrics is reduced or even prevented. In physiological tests, Lenzing FR was able to demonstrate that the fibre works most effectively in layers. The best values are obtained when the test person is wearing materials which are both flame-retardant and absorptive. The breathing properties of Lenzing FR lead to a lower body temperature and the fire fighter has a higher performance profile as a result.
Lenzing FR is available in a variety of colours for different emergency forces and is thus used extensively in international protective clothing. The fibre is particularly appreciated in countries with a very hot climate.
The flame-retardant fibre is used in numerous working areas as the optimum protection against sources of heat. Due to the naturalness of Lenzing FR, which is made of wood, it provides good moisture management which reduces the risk of deadly heat stroke. (GK)
Each layer of Lenzing FR offers protection and comfort. The protective fibre, created on a cellulose basis, protects firefighters from heat stress as a result of heat accumulation, one of the most frequent reasons for failures in emergency service deployment. With the conception of different layers of fabric, Lenzing FR can offer a tailor-made concept based on the respective application. Lenzing FR can develop its advantages to perfection in fibre blends with synthetics in particular. Due to its naturalness, the Lenzing FR fibre guarantees the very best moisture absorption and breathing properties through all of the layers in which it is used. In particular, gear for the head and hands, which perspire profusely requires better sweat transportation which is guaranteed with Lenzing FR, according to a company release.
Compared to commonly-used protective clothing, protective clothing with Lenzing FR shows that second and third degree burns can be reduced by up to 30 per cent. In particular the cracking of fabrics is reduced or even prevented. In physiological tests, Lenzing FR was able to demonstrate that the fibre works most effectively in layers. The best values are obtained when the test person is wearing materials which are both flame-retardant and absorptive. The breathing properties of Lenzing FR lead to a lower body temperature and the fire fighter has a higher performance profile as a result.
Lenzing FR is available in a variety of colours for different emergency forces and is thus used extensively in international protective clothing. The fibre is particularly appreciated in countries with a very hot climate.
The flame-retardant fibre is used in numerous working areas as the optimum protection against sources of heat. Due to the naturalness of Lenzing FR, which is made of wood, it provides good moisture management which reduces the risk of deadly heat stroke. (GK)