When working in extreme conditions or protecting people and property, specialised materials are needed that can withstand contact, even with open fire. Which fireproof fabrics should you choose? A practical guide will help you make your purchase decision.
Firemen’s suits, steel mill suits, fire curtains and fire blankets: all these items of equipment must be made of special materials, such as fire-resistant fabrics. They are not only characterised by their resistance to extremely high temperatures of up to 1,260 degrees Celsius, but also by their exceptional resistance to various chemicals and mechanical damage. Heat-resistant material must also be sewn with threads that are suitable for high-temperature environments. At the same time, if it is to be used, for example, to sew protective suits, it should be comfortable to use.
How do fireproof fabrics differ from other materials?
The Vitcas shop offers various high-temperature fabrics, such as technical fabrics made of glass fibres, coated with aluminium foil or vermiculite or graphite, as well as ceramic fabrics. Flexible fireproof fabrics are also available on request, which can be used to make protective clothing. Heat-resistant material is used in various industries, including metallurgy, chemical, petrochemical, steel, automotive and energy. It is also used to insulate various types of heating structures, as well as heating systems and pipes.
What are the most important features of fireproof fabrics?
Fire-resistant fabrics are characterised not only by their resistance to extreme temperatures, but also by many other properties that make them indispensable in industry and fire protection. Thanks to the use of advanced production technologies, these fabrics are extremely durable and resistant to mechanical damage such as abrasion or tearing. Their high elasticity allows them to be used in the production of protective suits, fire curtains or technical gaskets. Many fireproof fabrics are additionally reinforced with coatings such as aluminium foil or vermiculite, which increases their insulating properties. These types of materials are used in various industries, such as metallurgy, energy and petrochemicals, ensuring both safety and durability of the structure.
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