Fabrics for High Risk Environments-The Use of ASTM Standards for Equipment, Products and Worker Protection

摘要

In the metals manufacturing industry, the temperature of molten iron can rise to 2900 F (1600 C). Workers have to be protected from potential burn injuries arising from exposure to molten metal, sparks, radiant heat and open flame. Appropriate clothing and equipment helps prevent incidents from minor burn injuries to fatal accidents. Norfab Corporation in Norristown, Pa., is a manufacturer of state-of-the-art, high performance flame-, heat- and cut-resistant textiles suitable for a wide range of applications such as safety clothing, garments for firefighters and electric utility workers, fire-blocking fabrics, welding fabrics and materials for composites and insulation applications. We use test methods and performance standards developed by ASTM International Committee F23 on Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment to ensure the safety and protection of workers exposed to various hazards in the metals manufacturing industries.