SPRING CITY, TN, September 23, 2012 (Press-News.org) Tennessee based SSM Industries, Inc. introduces PRO-C FR 12 CAL, the industries' lightest weight flame resistant cotton fabric to achieve an Arc Thermal Protection Value (ATPV) of 12 cal/cm2. PRO-C FR 12 CAL is a 6.25 osy fabric, made in the USA, flame resistant cotton knit fabric with a 12 calorie arc rating. This fabric innovation offers an increased measure of safety and comfort.
The utility industry has been calling for a single layer clothing solution with a 12 cal/cm2 ATPV rating. To help meet that need, SSM Industries, Inc. developed the fabric with the most protection offering the highest level of comfort resulting from the lightest weight. Layering flame resistant clothing has been the traditional method for reaching a desired arc rating to protect against arc flash injuries. This layering method has been costly. SSM Industries, Inc. has once again answered with a light weight, flame resistant cotton knit product in a single layer fabric option available in many colors.
National Safety Apparel (NSA) Director of Sales, Duane Siders, recently stated, "NSA has incorporated the SSM 12 knit fabric (PRO-C FR 12 CAL) into our new line of FR Cotton Classic shirts in a variety of colors and styles. Initial feedback from customers has been extremely positive. People love the fact the our shirts are a very high quality garment that is Made in the USA, and really enjoy the outstanding comfort and feel that this great new fabric provides, compared to other fabrics they have evaluated in the marketplace. With the 12 cal/cm rating, this shirt is a perfect fit with utilities looking for a single-layer 12 cal. offering."
SSM Industries' flame resistant cotton, PRO-C FR 12 CAL will provide comfort, is produced in brilliant color options and has a high arc rating in the lightest weight flame resistant cotton fabric available in the industry.
SSM Industries, Inc., founded in 1982, is a full service safety and protective fabric manufacturer. Knitting, Weaving, Dying and Finishing all take place under one roof. SSM's daily mission is to develop better ways of protecting people and assets. For information, contact: customer service at info@ssmind.com.
SSM Industries, Inc, has been an industry leader as a flame resistant fabric manufacturer since 1982. For further information call 423-365-4048.
Website: http://www.ssmind.com
SSM Industries' Lightweight Flame Resistant Cotton Innovation
Tennessee based SSM Industries, Inc. introduces PRO-C FR 12 CAL, the industries' lightest weight flame resistant cotton fabric to achieve an Arc Thermal Protection Value (ATPV) of 12 cal/cm2.
2012-09-23
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[Press-News.org] SSM Industries' Lightweight Flame Resistant Cotton InnovationTennessee based SSM Industries, Inc. introduces PRO-C FR 12 CAL, the industries' lightest weight flame resistant cotton fabric to achieve an Arc Thermal Protection Value (ATPV) of 12 cal/cm2.