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The Next Generation of Firefighter Protection is Here

The fire industry has shown a strong focus on creating innovative materials to better protect our first responders. DuPont’s Nomex® Nano Flex is no exception. It is thin, light, stretchable, and an excellent particulate barrier for protective apparel systems.

Win a Set of FXR Gear Made with Armor AP

It's time for our monthly giveaway! This month we've partnered with Safety Components to give away a custom set of FXR turnout gear made with Armor AP!

Q&A With Sewing Supervisor April Moore

April Moore joined Fire-Dex in June, 2011 as a Production Associate and was promoted to a Production Team Leader in October, 2017. Effective, January of 2019, April will begin her new role of Sewing Supervisor! Get to know more about April and her hobbies in our Q&A.

How Strong is TECGEN71?

Light. Thin. Flexible.

Our TECGEN71 Outer Shell was carefully engineered using Milliken. Known for its long history of fire-resistant fabric manufacturing and military attire, Milliken shares a common goal with us; protect those who protect us.

Change The Way You Think About Your PPE With The Interceptor Package

Change The Statistic And Defend Yourself

Statistics have shown the risks firefighters face in their line of duty, especially as it relates to cancer and heat stress. Unfortunately, job-related exposure to carcinogens and other fire-ground toxins is a reality, but there are changes your department

3 Effective Ways to Prevent Firefighter Heat Stress

Effects of High-Heat on Firefighter Personnel

Firefighting is a stressful occupation that causes personnel to work in high-heat conditions. This carries a high-heat burden on the body overtime. It's clear that firefighters regularly exert themselves in dangerous and unpredictable environments.

The Interceptor Package May Already Be in Your Budget

Get the most from your budget! 💸

We understand that sometimes providing higher levels of protection can create significant stress on the budgets of many fire departments. The Interceptor Package offers a financial solution that will maximize your ability to protect yourself and others without the

Recommended Maintenance for Turnout Gear

For many firefighters, structural firefighting protective clothing and gloves can provide a sense of security that they are “safe”. Many believe that simply wearing turnout gear is enough to limit exposure to most cancer-causing agents encountered on the scene.

Home Fire Safety Advice and Guidance

Keeping the Family Safe From Fire at HomeBeing aware of the potential fire hazards in your home will go a long way to helping keep you and your family safe. In America, a fire occurs at home every 86 seconds. Fire departments are taking steps to prevent their firefighters from exposure to

Fire-Dex Announces EMS Gear Monthly Giveaway

We are excited to announce a special monthly giveaway of our EMS Gear made with TECGEN51! A winner will be announced on November 9th.

  

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