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OEKO-TEX® Standard 100: A Global Certification for Safe Textiles

As awareness grows about the impact of chemicals and hazardous substances on human health and the environment, consumers are increasingly seeking assurances about the safety and sustainability of the products they buy. The OEKO – TEX® STANDARD 100 certification assures that textiles are free from harmful chemicals, including potentially toxic flame retardants, which could pose …

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Arc Flash Testing
Variation in Arc-Flash Test Results

Introduction Understanding the effects of test setups and material testing parameters on arc flash results is vital for ensuring the safety of workers exposed to electrical hazards. The variability in heat transfer processes during arc flash events can significantly influence the arc ratings of personal protective equipment (PPE). This blog explores how different testing conditions …

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Unlocking Safety: Introducing TaraHEAL® – The Revolutionary Solution for Repairing FR Clothing

Introduction In the realm of safety, fire-resistant (FR) clothing stands as a stalwart guardian, offering unparalleled protection against fire and heat hazards. Unlike regular clothing, FR garments are engineered to withstand the rigors of harsh environments, resisting ignition, melting, tearing, and providing vital thermal insulation. However, ensuring the longevity and effectiveness of FR clothing necessitates …

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Cold-Wear
Braving the Chill: The Ultimate Guide to Cold Protective Clothing

When exposed to cold weather, the human body undergoes several physiological changes to maintain its core temperature and adapt to the cold environment. Cooling causes discomfort and impairs physical and mental performance in various ways. Frostbite, hypothermia, and other cold-related injuries can arise from prolonged exposure to cold atmospheric conditions. This can be sudden or …

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Soiled Flame Resistance Clothing: The Silent Killer

Care and maintenance of the Flame resistance clothing is very important to ensure that the clothing provides its intended protection. In our blog on “Importance of Wash care instructions for Flame Resistant Clothing” we had highlighted the importance of understanding the wash care instructions on your FRC. We encourage you to read through the same once …

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NFPA & ASTM - 2020 – Flame resistant (FR) & Arc rated (AR) clothing requirements
NFPA & ASTM – 2020 – Flame resistant (FR) & Arc rated (AR) clothing requirements

Face Coverings and Masks: Since the spread of COVID-19 pandemic and with the growing need of using Face covering or masks as the most efficient mode of protection, there has been an increasing demand by the global work force to provide Flame resistant & Arc rated masks / face protection.  Medical associations and experts globally reviewed …

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COVID-19: Caring for your Flame-resistant / Arc rated Clothing (FRC / ARC)

The COVID-19 (C19) pandemic is the most crucial global health calamity of this century and the greatest challenge that mankind has faced since the 2nd World War. It has rapidly spread around the world posing enormous health, social and economic challenges to the entire human population. Almost all nations are struggling to slow down the …

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Wash care instructions for Flame Resistant Clothing
Importance of Wash care instructions for Flame Resistant Clothing (FRC)

We all know that Flame resistant clothing (FRC) plays an important role in protection of human life while working under hazardous industrial conditions. FRC needs suitable care so that they are a performing asset during various industrial applications Care instructions, mentioned on each FRC label, is a very clear indication of how to wash and …

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Importance of Fire Resistant Clothing
Importance of Fire Resistant Clothing

If you’ve never witnessed open fires, potentially sparking objects, and other flaming items, it can be difficult to fully appreciate just how important it is to be fully protected by fire resistant clothing on the job. The direct injuries caused by the flames themselves can certainly be serious. But due to the relatively short duration …

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Arc Flash Protection and Flame Resistant Clothing
Arc Flash October – 2 events, 2 geographies, 1 mission

October end was an exciting time for all of us at TaraSafe with 2 important Arc Flash & Flame Resistant Clothing events packed within a span of 10 days in 2 of the most buzzing economies of the world. 1. NSC Congress & Expo (Oct 22-24) at Houston, Texas It was our 2nd year at …

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