In
keeping with the brand’s commitment to innovation, Mount Vernon FR
will unveil new FR fabrics and finishes at American Society of Safety Engineers’
(ASSE) SAFETY 2013, including FlexTex
and amDry. As part of the launch, Mount Vernon FR will host a press event
entitled ‘The Future of FR Fabrics’. SAFETY 2013 will be held in Las Vegas, June
24-27, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
FlexTex is the newest line of flame resistant (FR) fabrics under the Mount
Vernon FR brand. Developed for increased comfort and movability, FlexTex fabrics
include an elastomeric fiber that allows fabric to flex up to 14 percent with a
97 percent recovery. FlexTex adds mobility to fabric with no reduction in FR
protection, so workers experience increased freedom and range of motion. Mount
Vernon FR FlexTex fabrics have a bilateral flex that allows them to elongate
sideways and diagonally, eliminating any sagging or bagging. FlexTex fabrics
meet requirements of ASTM F1506, and National Safety Apparel is the first to
adopt the new collection.
Mount Vernon FR is also introducing amDry, a durable water repellent finish that
can be applied to any Mount Vernon FR fabric to deliver protection to workers in
water-intensive jobs and industries. Fabrics finished with amDry have a spray
rating of 90/100. When combined with Mount Vernon FR fabrics' proven protection
from the hazards of electric arc and flash fire, amDry finishing means a third
level of protection can be reached.
“As industries requiring FR garments continue to grow, driving innovation
through unique fibers, fabrics and finishes will help meet the evolving needs
and wants of workers who rely on FR protective garments for their safety on the
job,” said Mike Woods, vice president of FR fabrics for Mount Vernon FR.
“FlexTex and amDry represent the first of several new innovations that we will
be introducing over the next few months as we focus on the future of FR
fabrics.”
SAFETY
2013 is considered one of the most important safety and health events of the
year, with more than 500 exhibitors and nearly 4,000 attendees. Presenting
FlexTex and amDry at SAFETY 2013 provides a far-reaching platform to highlight
how Mount Vernon FR is evolving the FR industry as they meet workforce demands.
If
you plan to attend SAFETY 2013 and want to learn more about Mount Vernon FR,
please visit booth #1685.
About Mount Vernon
FR:
Mount Vernon FR is
the flame resistant fabric division of Mount Vernon Mills. When laundered to
manufacturer’s specifications, the flame resistance of all Mount Vernon FR
fabrics is guaranteed for the life of the garment. With total manufacturing
control over more than 25 production processes in the company’s vertically
integrated manufacturing facility located in Trion, Ga., customers can have
confidence in knowing that every Mount Vernon FR fabric will be of the highest
level of quality, durability and reliability. Mount Vernon FR fabrics are all
made in the USA. Learn more at www.mvmfr.com.
