| ADVANCE™ |
|
| Description |
Inherently flame resistant |
| Fiber Content |
60% Nomex®IIIA and 40% Kevlar |
| Fiber Source |
DuPont Company, Wilmington, DE |
| Fabric Sources |
Tencate, Inc. Union City, GA |
| Primary Trademark |
"ADVANCE" is a trademark of Tencate, Inc. |
| Primary Applications |
Welding |
| Not for Use |
Molten aluminum or zinc |
| Compliance/Certification* |
OSHA 1910.269 Electric Utility Safety Standard
ASTM F1506 Standard for FR Clothing for Electrical Workers
NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
NFPA 2112 Standard for FR Garments for Protection Against Flash Fire
California GISO, Title 8, Section 3406(c)(1)
CGSB 155.20 Standard for Workwear for Protection Against Flash Fire |
| Typical Fabric Weights |
Coveralls - 7 oz/yd2 |
| Typical Colors |
Navy Blue |
| Estimated Wear Life |
3-5 years |
| Initial Cost |
Very high (approximately 50% higher than Nomex IIIA) |
| Life Cost |
Low |
| Appearance |
Good permanent press performance. Low shrinkage.
Lightfastness to sunlight can be fair to poor |
| Comfort |
Lighter weight than other welding fabrics. Fabrics
can feel harsh.
Low absorbency. Fabrics can be considered rough and
scratchy. |
| Overall Strengths |
Good protection for welding in an inherently flame
resistant fabric |
| Overall Weaknesses |
Application in industrial garments
is limited to welding. High up-front cost compared to
functional competitors. |
