Flame Resistant Safety Solutions
"During 2000-2003, the U.S. averaged an estimated 318,000 burn injuries per year that were medically attended."
Source: National Fire Protection Agency from the Report "Burns and Toxic Gases in Non-Fire Situations"
G&K Services recognizes that many employees live with flame hazard risk. As a leading provider of flame resistant (FR) garments and personal protective equipment (PPE), G&K Services takes the protection of workers very seriously. G&K Services has developed ProTect® flame resistant safety solutions for your protection.
Why use G&K for your Flame Resistant (FR) needs?
- G&K is a provider of FR fabrics and garments with innovative technology that contribute to your employees’ safety and comfort while enhancing your company’s positive image
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to compliment your garment protection
- Laundering, repairing, and processing of FR garments using an exacting set of world-class flame resistant standards
Fabric Without Flame Resistance Flame Resistant Fabric • Can become a source of fuel for prolonged flames
• Could continue to burn long after the original source of the flame is gone
• Burns sustained while wearing non-FR clothing is often more severe than if the skin is unclothed• Extinguishes when the original source of the flame is gone
• Does not melt or drip when exposed to heat
• Creates an insulating barrier, helping to keep heat away from the skin
• Extra measure of safety and protection could result in lower costs and peace of mind for you, your employees, and their familiesExamples of flammable fabrics: untreated cotton, polyester, nylon, polypropylene, acetate, wool or silk Examples of Flame Resistant fabrics: INDURA® UltraSoft® , NOMEX® IIIA, TenCate® and GlenGuard® FR
