Fashion Capital - TenCate Protective Fabrics introduces new protective fabrics and integrated systems at the A+A 2009

TenCate Protective Fabrics introduces new protective fabrics and integrated systems at the A+A 2009

At the A+A 2009 trade fair in Düsseldorf (Germany) TenCate Protective Fabrics is introducing new durable fabrics and unique multi-layer systems for fire fighting apparel and electric arc protection. These new fabrics and systems are based on an optimal combination of textile technology and chemical processes, including unique fibre blends and durable finishes.

The end-user is key for TenCate Protective Fabrics. Workers across the globe are often exposed to dangers and unsafe situations at work. Under the theme ‘Room to move, every level of safety and comfort', TenCate Protective Fabrics presents its new protective solutions at the A+A 2009. Ramon Overdijk, marketing & sales manager of TenCate: "These working people must be able to do their jobs with proper protection. Safety wear that does not hinder but facilitates their tasks, will contribute to integral safety at work. Our fabrics and systems give optimal protection combined with ultimate flexibility and comfort".

New generation of multi-risk protection under TenCate Tecasafe®

One of these innovations is TenCate Tecasafe® - XL 9300. In Europe there is a great deal of demand for fabrics from the TenCate Tecasafe® collection for industrial safety. A characteristic feature of this collection is the combination of inherent flame-resistant properties, multi-risk protection and optimal comfort. These fabrics are suitable for use in protective clothing, for example in the chemical industry and construction, energy and metal companies.

TenCate Protective Fabrics has extended its collection to include the unique fabric TenCate Tecasafe® - XL 9300 (300 g/m2). A special cellulose fibre has been incorporated in the blend. This natural fibre makes the fabric cool and breathable and ensures a great measure of comfort. The fabric feels soft and is extremely durable. Its colour fastness is excellent, even after frequent industrial washing. And the colour on the seams and the cuffs remains as good as new. Ramon Overdijk: "These characteristics are good examples of our approach: ‘Room to move - every level of safety and comfort'".

Unique multi-layer system: TenCate Tecasystem^TM Some risks are so great that optimal protection is only possible by combining fabrics and materials in multi-layer solutions (integrated systems). In a system solution each protective layer possesses specific functionalities and all layers are geared to each other to produce the integrated system. A good example is the multi-layer system for fire fighting clothing. TenCate Protective Fabrics has developed four new integrated systems including TenCate Tecasystem^TM - Millenia 450. This is the lightest multi-layer system on the international market (450 g/m2) to meet the European standard for fire fighting clothing EN 469: 2005, level 2. In addition to protective characteristics the right combination of the different layers provides optimal comfort and good freedom of movement (room to move).

TenCate Protective Fabrics

Almelo, The Netherlands, Monday 2 November 2009

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