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W. L. Gore adds new line of protective fabrics

05 Feb '16

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W. L. Gore & Associates has launched a new line of protective fabrics that deliver the best combination of broad protection, comfort, and durability for arc-flash rated foul weather protection.

As per a press release, Gore Pyrad fabric enables line technicians to work for longer periods without being distracted by discomfort in cold or wet conditions.

“Gore Pyrad fabric delivers protection beyond ASTM F1891 requirements and its self-extinguishing properties enable the fabric to maintain its physical integrity even after direct exposure to flame,” it said.

According to Gore, rainwear made with this fabric also meets the requirements for ANSI 107 hi-visibility, improving linemen's safety without having to wear additional vests while responding to service calls.

“Gore Pyrad fabric has been proven in wear trials to deliver durable waterproof, windproof, and breathable protection,” the company added.

The fabric's highly breathable and lightweight construction helps improve comfort in two ways, first by decreasing sweat buildup, keeping the linemen cooler in warm conditions and warmer in cool conditions.

“And, second, it decreases water pickup, allowing it to dry faster, which reduces that uncomfortable clammy feeling from reusing damp foul weather gear multiple times during a shift,” Gore noted.

The company further added that Gore Pyrad fabrics have been storm-shower tested and field proven to ensure that line technicians stay dry and comfortable regardless of the weather.

Product specialist Mark Williams said, “When we are developing a new product at Gore, we work closely with end users to learn about their unique needs and the challenges they face in the environments they work in.”

“Line technicians need to be able to focus on restoring customer service regardless of the weather conditions, so they need outerwear that is comfortable and provides the necessary arc-flash protection,” he too added.

“Drawing from our years of experience with breathable protective fabrics, we engineered this new fabric to deliver the broad protection linemen aren't getting today, while adding comfort,” Williams informed.

W. L. Gore & Associates' portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics.

Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Newark, Delaware, Gore employs more than 10,000 associates worldwide and is one of a select few companies to appear on all of the US '100 Best Companies to Work For' lists. (AR)

Fibre2Fashion News Desk – India