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Nomex®: The Essential Fabric Revolutionizing Military Uniform
Fire hazards are an ever-present risk for military personnel, making every second critical when it comes to their safety. To minimize these dangers, flame-resistant clothing has become a vital component of military uniforms, ensuring the protection of those serving in hazardous environments.
Keeping the safety of the military personal in mind Nomex® fibre has become a trusted choice for military attire. The fabric’s inherent flame-resistant properties provide protection that doesn’t wash out or degrade over time. They don’t melt, drip or support combustion, protecting wearers facing fire hazards.
Along with providing excellent fire protection, Nomex® fabric is also very durable as compared to conventional textiles. Military suits made with Nomex® are five times more resilient than cotton, ensuring that uniforms made from this fabric withstand the demands of rigorous everyday use.
Ease of movement and breathability is an important consideration for military attire as personnel wear their suits throughout the day. Comfort provided by the lightweight Nomex®fabric makes it an ideal choice.
Nomex® is also used to make lightweight coveralls that can be worn over standard uniforms. These coveralls are particularly beneficial for mechanics, infantry members, and anyone at risk of flash fires. Easy to maintain, Nomex® fabric coveralls are machine-washable, adding convenience to their list of advantages.
Nomex® is a registered trademark of DuPont™