SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Westex by Milliken and Cone Denim announced an exclusive partnership to provide innovative flame resistant denim apparel fabrics. Both leaders within their respective industries, Cone Denim and Westex by Milliken will merge fashion with protective, reliable industrial workwear fabrics. “Cone Denim has a strong reputation of quality and innovation as a long-standing […]
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May 21- November 14, 2013 Complying with NFPA 70E, the standard for arc flash protection, can be complex. That’s why Westex partnered with Lewellyn Technology to offer free seminars nationwide to help you establish electrical safety standards at your facility. Even if you’ve already implemented a set of guidelines, you will benefit from this informative […]
Over the past two decades, there has been reasonable debate (and less reasonable marketing) on the duration and energy of flash fires. Westex’s Technical Director Scott Margolin explores the complexities of this hazard and the testing methods commonly used to evaluate FR clothing. Read the article now.
Westex has published a new white paper designed to clarify the difference between “inherent” and “treated” flame resistant fabrics. The paper explains: The origins of these terms How they became part of the industry lexicon –– in spite of having no scientific basis Why these categories aren’t useful for evaluating FR fabrics Read “The Engineering […]
Written by Westex International Technical Director Scott Margolin, this must-read article addresses the importance of fabric wear tests, and explores comfort factors such as breathability and weight. Read the full article on the Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) site.
Westex is the only company in the industry with the technology and expertise to consistently produce FR fabrics with the qualities that matter: Guaranteed flame resistance for the life of the garment Double-shrunk technology Superior softness That’s not a claim — it’s a fact. See for yourself by viewing the results from a recent battery […]
