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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...