The Portwest FR57 flame-resistant bib and brace is specifically designed for professionals exposed to heat, flames, and welding splashes during their daily work. This bib and brace combines certified safety with high durability for heavy industrial applications. Thanks to the high-quality Bizflame Plus fabric, the garment offers reliable protection in high-risk work environments where welders and industrial personnel must perform under extreme conditions.
For which specific work environments is this Portwest FR57 flame-resistant bib and brace suitable?
This bib and brace is ideally suited for use in ATEX environments where there is a risk of explosion, such as in the petrochemical industry, the gas sector, and oil extraction.
In addition, the garment is certified for protection against molten metal splashes and offers class 2 welding protection. This makes the bib and brace extremely suitable for welders, metalworkers, and technical personnel working near open flames, radiant heat, and thermal hazards from an electric arc.
What do the EN ISO 11612 and EN ISO 11611 standards mean for this flame-resistant bib and brace?
The EN ISO 11612 standard indicates that the bib and brace provides protection against heat and flames, including radiant, convective, and contact heat.
The EN ISO 11611 Class 2 (A1+A2) standard means that the garment is specifically approved for heavy welding techniques and associated risks, such as larger amounts of welding splashes and extreme radiant heat. This offers the wearer a significantly higher level of safety compared to standard workwear that does not meet these stringent requirements.
The bib and brace is equipped with adjustable elastic shoulder straps, two-position knee pad pockets, a brass zipper, and seven convenient storage pockets, including a ruler pocket.
Features:
- Protection against radiant, convective, and contact heat
- Class 2 welding protection
- Ruler pocket
- Back pocket
- Elastic shoulder straps
- Stylish contrast colors
- Triple-stitched seams for extra durability
- Hook and loop adjustable hems for a secure fit
- Certified protection against molten metal splashes
- Durable, strong, and abrasion-resistant brass zipper
- Sew-on flame-resistant industrial wash tape
- 7 storage pockets
- UPF 40+ fabric blocks 98% of UV rays
- Knee pad pockets provided in 2 positions
- Suitable for use in an ATEX environment
- CE-CAT III
- CE certified
Material and maintenance:
- Outer fabric: 99% Cotton, 1% Carbon Fiber (350 g/m²)
Washing instructions: Max wash temp 60°C, normal process. Do not bleach. Tumble dry low. Iron at max 150°C. Do not dry clean.
Standards: EN ISO 11612 (A1+A2, B1, C1, E2, F1), EN ISO 11611 Class 2 (A1+A2), EN 1149 -5, EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-1 (ELIM 8.6 CAL/CM², ATPV 9.8 CAL/CM²), EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-2 APC 1, EN 17353 Type B2, ASTM F1959/F1959M-12 (ATPV=13.6 Cal/CM2 (HAF=82%))
