Nomex
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The suits are a weave of puncture-proof Kevlar and Nomex, and they’re made upstairs in a workspace laden with sewing machines and fabric bolts.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 9, 2023
He suits up with NFPA-certified fire boots, Nomex fire-resistant clothing, a hard hat, goggles, leather gloves and a line pack containing food, 2 gallons of water, toiletries and a long-sleeved shirt or sweatshirt.
From Fox News ● Aug. 3, 2021
Children tried on so-called turnouts — the black flame-retardant Nomex suits worn by firefighters — and posed for pictures with Smokey Bear.
From New York Times ● Jun. 19, 2021
They wear bright yellow flame-retardant Nomex suits and carry torches that drip burning petroleum.
From National Geographic ● Dec. 17, 2020
Beyond Kevlar, Susan Kwolek was instrumental in the development of Nomex, a fireproof material, and was also involved in the creation of Lycra.
From Textbooks ● Feb. 14, 2019
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