High Temperature

Safety Apparel Fabrics

Heat-resistant fabrics, available at Newtex Industries, are used in products that protect workers and first responders from the deadly risk of intense flame, molten metal, and extreme temperature handling.

Aluminized fabrics for firefighting

DualMirror II & Z-Flex II

Aluminized Proximity

Aluminized fabrics for reflecting intense radiant heat during fire-fighting and industrial proximity operations. UL and NFPA Certified options.
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Gloves for high heat protection

Zetex & ZetexPlus

Hand Protection

Zetex and ZetexPlus highly texturized glass fabrics provide unmatched safety when handling hot molds, metal tools, or machines. ISO 11612.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Industrial Safety Fabrics:

Q1: What are safety apparel fabrics?

Safety apparel fabrics are specialized protective fabrics engineered to shield workers from flames, molten metal, and high heat exposure. These heat-resistant textiles are commonly used in PPE like jackets, gloves, mitts, and proximity suits.

Q2: Where can you use fire-retardant fabrics?

Fire-retardant fabrics are used in industries such as firefighting, welding, foundry, aerospace, and energy, where reliable safety apparel fabrics are essential for worker protection.

Q3: How to choose the right fabric for apparel in extreme conditions?

Selecting the right fabric for apparel depends on the type of exposure - use aluminized fabrics for radiant heat protection and texturized glass fabrics for direct thermal contact.

Q4: What makes aluminized fabrics effective for heat protection?

Newtex Industries' aluminized fabrics feature reflective surfaces that deflect radiant heat, combined with a multilayer construction for enhanced durability, providing reliable protection in extreme environments.