Description
The Portwest flame-resistant bib and brace, model FR418, is a high-quality protective garment for professionals working in high-risk environments. This multi-standard bib and brace is specifically designed for situations where exposure to flames, heat, and liquid chemicals poses a real danger. Thanks to the advanced material blend, these trousers offer reliable safety during heavy industrial work without compromising on freedom of movement or daily comfort.
Which specific tasks and sectors is this flame-resistant bib and brace suitable for?
This protective clothing is ideally suited for the petrochemical industry, the energy sector, and offshore installations. Thanks to its antistatic properties according to the EN 1149-5 standard, this bib and brace can be safely worn in ATEX zones where there is a risk of explosion.
Furthermore, the garment offers certified protection against welding spatters and the thermal hazards of an electric arc. This makes the bib and brace an excellent choice for welders, electricians, and maintenance technicians operating in complex, high-risk industrial environments.
What do the EN 13034 Type 6 and EN ISO 11612 standards on this flame-resistant bib and brace mean?
The EN 13034 Type 6 standard guarantees that this bib and brace is resistant to splashes of liquid chemicals, ensuring your skin remains protected in the event of incidental contact with hazardous liquids.
The EN ISO 11612 certification demonstrates that the fabric provides effective protection against radiant, convective, and contact heat. This prevents burns during brief contact with flames or hot surfaces, which is essential for the wearer's safety during extreme working conditions.
The bib and brace is equipped with adjustable straps, an extendable hem, and five convenient storage pockets, including a rule pocket and a back pocket for all your tools.
Features:
- Protection against radiant, convective, and contact heat
- Chemical-resistant
- Adjustable straps with a durable buckle closure
- Back pocket
- Rule pocket
- Extendable leg length (31" to 33")
- Non-magnetic - nickel and iron-free
- 5 storage pockets
- Suitable for use in an ATEX environment
- CE certified
- CE-CAT III
- New model
- High-quality flame-resistant sew-on reflective tape
Material and maintenance:
- Shell fabric: 99% Cotton, 1% Carbon fiber, Chemical finish (280g/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, F 1), EN ISO 11611 Class 1 (A1+A2), EN 1149 -5, EN 13034 Type 6, EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-1 (ELIM 12 CAL/CM², ATPV 14 CAL/CM²), EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-2 APC 1, EN 17353 Type B2