News Get ready for PBI® Peak5®: the ultimate performance in firefighting gear At TenCate Protective Fabrics, we’re thrilled to be launching PBI® Peak5®: an innovative new outer shell fabric. PBI® Peak5® is sure to be a game-changer for... Read more Fire Service industry Is your wildland fire gear up to date? If you’ve been watching the news over the last few years, you’ve probably noticed an uptick in reports of wildland fires around the world. From California to... Read more Fire Service industry Reducing heat stress during firefighting Heat stress is a common worry for firefighters, especially during the summertime. However, there are technologies available on the market to support the... Read more Sustainability Recycling bunker gear As the protective clothing industry actively seeks out ways to lessen its environmental impact, it’s natural to consider recycling garments when they have... Read more Fire Service industry The importance of the thermal liner Fire suits consist of several layers of protection. When selecting the right materials for your fire suit, it’s undoubtedly helpful to understand exactly what... Read more Fire Service industry Explainer: CO2 cleaning for fire suits CO2 cleaning is a relatively new washing process for fire suits. How does it work and what are its benefits? To find out more about CO2 cleaning and why it’s... Read more Newsletter Receive the latest updates in your mail Fire Service industry Can a fire suit protect at all times? When you picture a firefighter in their iconic turnout gear, the image is almost superhero-like. It feels like they could survive anything in that seemingly... Read more Fire Service industry New risks need new garment solutions Firefighting has always been a dangerous job. But changing environmental factors now pose different risks than what past firefighters faced. Today’s... Read more Fire Service industry Storm emergencies: what to wear when nature goes wild In any kind of emergency, you want to be certain you’re wearing the appropriate gear when you get to the scene. But can the weather affect that choice? From... Read more Fire Service industry 6 Tips to extend the lifetime of your fire suit Extending the lifetime of your fire suit comes with a range of benefits. First and foremost, it provides the confidence that your garment is serving you with a... Read more