Materials and Fabrics
FURNACE FABRIC – OASIS
TenCate Oasis™ is an innovative protective fabric that offers incredible softness, has a lightweight feel and is flexible. It is designed to deliver premium protection against molten metal splash, radiant heat, flame and other smelting hazards. An outstanding value and the best choice among thermal resistant, metal-shedding fabrics, it has been chosen by leading aluminum manufacturers, worldwide, for its protection, comfort and durability.
• Inherently flame-resistant – Flame-resistant, metal shedding protection is built into the fabric so it won't wash or wear out.
• Comfortable to wear – Engineered with an innovative fiber blend, this fabric is designed for excellent softness and flexibility.
• Outstanding value - Long-lasting protection withstands rugged use and repeated industrial launderings.
End Uses: Shirts, Trousers, Coveralls, Jackets and Hoods
Fibre Blend: 50% Lenzing FR/ 40% Wool/ 10% Nylon
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FURNACE FABRIC – PR97
PR97® is an internationally recognised leading brand of flame-retardant fabrics that are specifically designed to shed molten aluminium and molten iron splash to the International Performance Standard ISO 11612, without damage to the human skin, providing excellent protection with comfort for personnel exposed to these hazards. PR97 fabrics are also very effective at shedding molten cryolite. PR97 fabrics provide protection against radiant heat, convective heat and electric arc flash.
Bruck Textiles is ISO 9001 Quality Accredited and PR97 fabrics are certified to the requirements of OEKO-TEX® Standard 100.
PR97® is a blend of natural fibres – Merino wool and Lenzing FR®. The flame resistant properties of PR97® are manufactured or “built-in” to the FR viscose fibre, which means the fabrics protection cannot diminish over time through washing or laundering; unlike some treated or chemically coated products where their protection can diminish through use. The main benefit of PR97® is its superior molten metal splash protection against a variety of metals including aluminium, cryolite, iron, steel, copper, magnesium and nickel.
End Uses: Shirts, Trousers, Coveralls, Jackets and Hoods
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WELDWOOL
Wool Is Naturally Flame Resistant!
Because of the way the wool fibre is structured, wool requires more oxygen than is available in the air to become flammable. Wool is accordingly an excellent fibre when it comes to fire safety. Furthermore, it does not melt, drip or stick to the skin when it burns. Wool's fire resistant attributes include:
• A very high ignition temperature – 570-600° C
• A high Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI). This is the measure of the amount of oxygen needed to sustain combustion
• A low heat of combustion – the measure of the amount of heat energy released in the burning process
• Does not melt or stick
• Self-extinguishing
Wool's inherent fire resistance comes from its naturally high nitrogen and water content. Because of these, wool requires higher levels of oxygen in the surrounding environment in order to burn. Wool may be ignited if subjected to a significantly powerful heat source, but does not normally support flame, and will instead smoulder – usually only for a short time. In addition, wool's cross-linked cell membrane structure will swell when heated to the point of combustion, forming an insulating layer that prevents the spread of flame. This also means that wool produces less smoke and toxic gas than synthetic fibres.
End Uses: Jackets, Over Trousers and Hoods
Fibre Blend: 100% Wool
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CarbonX REPEL
No Threat Is Too Small. See it shed splash, spatter, and sparks like no other fabric.
CarbonX RepelTM is designed to defend against numerous hazards in one single garment. With a proprietary compound added to its fiber blend, Repel remarkably sheds molten metal, certain chemicals, flammable liquids, and other molten substances while providing extraordinary protection against extreme heat and direct flame. Sparks and spatter simply roll off the woven material.
Repel is one of the few non-aluminized, flame-resistant fabrics able to pass the ASTM F955 pour test for molten iron and aluminum. Its flammability performance, as measured by the thermal mannequin test, is also extraordinary, with only 15–20% of the mannequin surface reaching criteria for a second- and third-degree burn.
Repel is significantly lighter than other similar application protective options. Its lighter weight increases a wearer's comfort and productivity as it decreases the amount of muscle exertion and heat stress that builds up over the course of a work shift. Although Repel is water resistant, micropores in the fabric make it breathable, further enhancing comfort.
End Uses: Jackets, Over Trousers and Hoods
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Aluminised Carbon Aramid CA340
Aluminised Carbon Aramid CA515
Aluminised Materials
Reflespace® technology is a unique aluminisation process offering the best molten metal splash protection today. The Reflespace range of aluminised fabrics incorporates the latest research and development to provide the ideal combination of protection, durability and comfort.
The Reflespace® range of aluminised fabrics is specially designed for Personal Protective Equipment Level 4: “high risks and extreme exposure to radiant heat”.
Reflespace Reflespace® technology advantages:
• Excellent behaviour to ferrous and non-ferrous molten metal splashes
• Outstanding mechanical resistance to abrasion, creasing and delamination → better life expectancy
• Does not melt in contact with flames, heat or molten metals
• Cleangard lacquer: protects and enhances the aluminium reflectance efficiency
• Odourless
• Comfortable and supple
Standards and Testing
• All Reflespace® fabrics have undergone full ISO11612 testing by independent laboratories.
Reflespace® Applications
• Foundries
• Steel industries
• Aluminium and non-ferrous metals industries
• Glass industry
• Cement works
• Firefighters
Aluminised Fabrics
UNLINED
Single layer Aluminised Fabric only
| SERIES | FABRIC | ALUMINISED TECHNOLOGY | WEIGHT |
| CTX | Carbon X | Z-Flex | 407 gm2 |
| CA340 | Aluminised Carbon / Aramid | Reflespace | 340 gm2 |
| CA515 | Aluminised Carbon / Aramid | Reflespace | 515 gm2 |
| PR720 | Aluminised Preox (Pre-Oxidised acrylic) | TBA | 720 gms |
| AR530 | Aluminised Aramid | TBA | 530 gms |
LINED
Aluminised Fabric with T-Gard® P190 thermal liner
| SERIES | FABRIC | WEIGHT |
| CA340L | Aluminised CA340/ T-Gard P190 | 340 gm2 + 430gsm = 770gsm |
| CA515L | Aluminised CA515/ T-Gard P190 | 515 gm2 + 430gsm = 945gsm |
| PR720L | Aluminised PR720/ T-Gard P190 | 720 gms + 430gsm = 1150gsm |
| AR530L | Aluminised AR530/ T-Gard P190 | 530 gms + 430gsm = 960gsm |
Non Aluminised Fabrics
Single layer Aluminised Fabric only
| SERIES | DETAILS | WEIGHT |
| WELDWOOL | 100% Wool | 780gm2 |
| OASIS | Replel | 410gms |
| PR97 | Merino wool and Lenzing FR® | 380gm2 |
| CarbonX Repel | CarbonX with encapsulation | 320gm2 |
Liner Fabric
The T-Gard P190 Thermal Liner has been specifically designed for Furnace PPE and is exclusive to Elliotts. T-Gard® P190 is light weight and offers excellent thermal protection. The face fabric is a Proban FR 100% Cotton which provides a comfortable FR material against the body that can easily wick away moisture. The thermal batting is a 100% Nomex.
Fabric Performance
UNLINED
| SERIES | LIMITED FLAME SPREAD FACE IGNITION CODE A1 (OUTER FABRIC) | LIMITED FLAME SPREAD EDGE IGNITION CODE A2 |
CONVECTIVE HEAT CODE B |
RADIANT HEAT CODE C |
MOLTEN ALUMINIUM SPLASH CODE D |
MOLTEN IRON SPLASH CODE E |
CONTACT HEAT CODE F |
| CX407 | A1 Pass | A2 Pass | B1 7.2s | C4 190s | NT | E3 >200g | F1 8.0s |
| CA340 | A1 | NT | B1 7.4s | C3 54.4s | D3 >350g | E3 >200g | F0 4.9s |
| CA515 | A1 | NT | B1 7.4s | C3 62.2s | D3 >350g | E3 >200g | F1 5.9s |
| PR720 | A1 | NT | B1 6.9s | C3 66.0s | D3 >350g | E3 >200g | F1 8.8s |
| AR530 | NT | NT | NT | NT | NT | E3 >200g | NT |
• NT – No test data available on AR530
LINED
| SERIES | LIMITED FLAME SPREAD FACE IGNITION CODE A1 (OUTER FABRIC) | LIMITED FLAME SPREAD FACE IGNITION CODE A1 (LINING FABRIC) | LIMITED FLAME SPREAD EDGE IGNITION CODE A2 |
CONVECTIVE HEAT CODE B |
RADIANT HEAT CODE C |
MOLTEN ALUMINIUM SPLASH CODE D |
MOLTEN IRON SPLASH CODE E |
CONTACT HEAT CODE F |
| CA340L | A1 Pass | A1 Pass | A2 Pass | B2 15.2s | C4 165.7s | D3 >350g | E3 >200g | F3 16.7s |
| CA515L | A1 Pass | A1 Pass | A2 Pass | B2 15.9s | C4 106.6s | D3 >350g | E3 >200g | F3 16.2s |
| PR720L | A1 Pass | A1 Pass | A2 Pass | B2 15.8s | C4 186.2s | D3 >350g | E3 >200g | F3 15.4s |
| AR530L | A1 Pass | A1 Pass | A2 Pass | B3 21.3s | C4 215.9s | NT | NT | F3 20.1s |
• NT – No test data available on AR530
Fabric System Evaluation
Heat Protection
| Convective Heat | Unlined | CA340 | CA515 | CX407 | PR720 | AR530 (NT) |
| Lined | AR530L | CA515L | PR720L | CA340L | ||
| Radiant Heat | Unlined | CX407 | PR720 | CA515 | CA340 | |
| Lined | AR530L | PR720L | CA340L | CA515L | ||
| Contact Heat | Unlined | PR720 | CX407 | CA515 | CA340 | AR530 (NT) |
| Lined | AR530L | CA340L | CA515L | PR720L |
Molten Aluminum and Iron Splash
| Molten Aluminum Splash | All Fabrics achieved the highest possible rating of D3 and are suitable for Molten Aluminium Splash |
| Molten Iron Splash | All Fabrics achieved the highest possible rating of E3 and are suitable for Molten Iron Splash |
• NT – No test data available on AR530 and AR530L
Comfort - Weight
| Weight | Unlined | CA340 | CX407 | CA515 | AR530 | PR720 |
| Lined | CA340 | CA515 | AR530 | PR720 |
Comfort - Weight
| Flexibility | Unlined | CX407 | CA340 | CA515 | PR720 | AR530 |
| Lined | CA340 | CA515 | PR720 | AR530 |
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Aluminised Carbon Aramid CX407
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Aluminised Preox PR720
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Aluminised Aramid AR530
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TBA's aluminised fabrics are widely used to fabricate items of protective clothing such as gloves, mitts, aprons, jackets, trousers and fire proximity suits. These are used within industry to protect workers from heat and welding splash. A variety of base fabrics can be offered depending on the application involved.
Elliotts utilises the following TBA Fabrics:
• Aluminised Preox (preoxidised acrylic) OKA667
• Aluminised meta aramid/para aramid AKA327
The above TBA fabrics have been developed with enhanced resistance to moisture. To achieve this the fabrics, incorporate an additional structured component. This element consists of an elastomeric, water-resistant, weave-lock coating, applied to the surface of the base fabric prior to lamination.
All batches of aluminised fabric for protective clothing undergo a wet-flex test, prior to release to assure the adhesion between the fabric and film.
TBA uses polyester film that is aluminised on both sides, so that some degree of radiant heat protection is still offered when some of the outer layer of aluminium is worn away, thus extending the life of the garment.
CarbonX Aluminised Fleece
We Can Take the Heat
Reduce your potential for fatigue and heat stress.
Unlike other aluminized fabrics that can be rigid and heavy, CarbonX with Z-Flex Aluminization® enhances both protection and comfort for professionals working in molten-metal and high-heat environments. CarbonX aluminized solutions are flexible and lightweight yet still provide maximum temperature resistance and extraordinary protection against molten metal splash. In fact, they are among the lightest materials on the market able to pass the ASTM F955 pour test for molten iron and aluminum.
CarbonX aluminized products incorporate the Newtex® proprietary Z-Flex MLATM process, or multilayer aluminization, which delivers outstanding reflectivity, durability, and flex-bond. Up to 95% of radiant heat can be reflected when CarbonX with Z-Flex Aluminization is deployed properly, with no organic flame contribution.
The high-performance base fabric provides a persistent barrier and maintains its flexibility even after it is aluminized. Constructed to be truly non-flammable, the base fabric will not burn, melt, or ignite; withstands extremely high temperatures; and remarkably sheds spatter, sparks, and other hot liquids and molten metal. Its lighter weight and flexibility also significantly reduce a wearer's potential for fatigue and heat stress.
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