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[About Fire-Dex](https://www.firedex.com/about) - [Employment](https://www.firedex.com/employment/) - [Meet the Team](https://www.firedex.com/about/) - [Blog](https://www.firedex.com/blog/) [Cart](https://www.firedex.com/cart/) # Fire-Dex Blog [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Header_7Myths.png?width=885&name=Blog%20Header_7Myths.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/7-myths-about-firefighter-comfort) ## [7 Myths About Firefighter Comfort](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/7-myths-about-firefighter-comfort) [May](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/05/) [20](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/05/20/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) Two things in firefighting will always be true: [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/7-myths-about-firefighter-comfort) [![Structural Boots vs Extrication Boots](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Beginning%20of%20Title.png?width=885&name=Beginning%20of%20Title.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/firefighter-extrication-boots-vs.-structural-boots) ## [Firefighter Extrication Boots vs. Structural Boots](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/firefighter-extrication-boots-vs.-structural-boots) [May](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/05/) [02](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/05/02/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) Firefighters respond to a lot of different calls. From structural fires to MVAs to natural disasters to gas leaks, no day is ever the same.  [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/firefighter-extrication-boots-vs.-structural-boots) [![FDICHeader](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FDIC%202024%20Header.png?width=885&name=FDIC%202024%20Header.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-at-fdic-2024) ## [Fire-Dex at FDIC 2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-at-fdic-2024) [Apr](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/04/) [22](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/04/22/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) The Fire-Dex team just wrapped up another incredible [FDIC](https://www.fdic.com/) in Indianapolis. From new product launches to large giveaways to meeting face-to-face with some of our heroes, it was a great week of connection and learning. [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-at-fdic-2024) [![Two female firefighters wearing Fire-Dex gear](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FitBlog_Header.png?width=885&name=FitBlog_Header.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/the-critical-importance-of-properly-fitted-gear-for-female-firefighters) ## [The Critical Importance of Properly Fitted Gear for Female Firefighters](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/the-critical-importance-of-properly-fitted-gear-for-female-firefighters) [Apr](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/04/) [22](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/04/22/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) *This article first appeared in the [International Fire Buyer](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/uqX-CzpoGPsYgRwi4DdLI?domain=edition.pagesuite.com) March edition magazine (pgs. 42-44).* [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/the-critical-importance-of-properly-fitted-gear-for-female-firefighters) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FDXL90_Boot_Launch_PR_Blog%20Header_850x414_4.png?width=885&name=FDXL90_Boot_Launch_PR_Blog%20Header_850x414_4.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/best-in-class-breathability-for-non-fire-calls-fire-dex-kicks-off-the-new-fdxl90-boot) ## [Best-in-Class Breathability for Non-Fire Calls: Fire-Dex Kicks Off the New FDXL90 Boot](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/best-in-class-breathability-for-non-fire-calls-fire-dex-kicks-off-the-new-fdxl90-boot) [Apr](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/04/) [15](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/04/15/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) *At last, emergency responders can get a foot up on comfort.* [Fire-Dex](https://www.firedex.com/), a leading innovator in personal protective gear for fire services, introduces the [FDXL90 Boot](https://firedex.com/fdxl90) offering **best-in-class breathability and dual NFPA 1951 (Technical Rescue) and 1999 (EMS) certification**. Designed solely for non-fire [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/best-in-class-breathability-for-non-fire-calls-fire-dex-kicks-off-the-new-fdxl90-boot) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fire-Dex_Blog%20Header_Templates%20(8)-1.png?width=885&name=Fire-Dex_Blog%20Header_Templates%20(8)-1.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-celebrates-2022-and-2023-rainmakers) ## [Fire-Dex Celebrates 2022 and 2023 Rainmakers](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-celebrates-2022-and-2023-rainmakers) [Mar](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/03/) [14](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/03/14/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) Join us in raising a virtual piña colada to our incredible **2022 and 2023 Rainmakers** – because when life gives you lemons, you make a splash in the St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands!  [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-celebrates-2022-and-2023-rainmakers) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(10)-4.png?width=885&name=Untitled%20design%20(10)-4.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/the-peak-of-technical-brilliance) ## [AeroFlex™ - The Peak of Technical Brilliance](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/the-peak-of-technical-brilliance) [Mar](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/03/) [04](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/03/04/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) In the line of duty, your biggest danger is heat stress. As your core temperature rises, you lose the ability to concentrate, make sound decisions, and think critically. Today, heat stress contributes to over half of reported line of duty deaths. When physical exertion leads to the accumulation of [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/the-peak-of-technical-brilliance) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AeroFlex_Launch_Blog%20Header_2240.png?width=885&name=AeroFlex_Launch_Blog%20Header_2240.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/aeroflex-cools-the-core-of-any-composite) ## [A New Era: Cutting-Edge AeroFlex™ Turnout Gear From Fire-Dex Cools the Core of Any Composite](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/aeroflex-cools-the-core-of-any-composite) [Feb](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/02/) [20](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/02/20/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) #### **AeroFlex™ Combines Next-Gen Material Science and Design** Fire-Dex, dedicated to safeguarding everyday heroes since 1983, is thrilled to announce a new era in advanced turnout gear with **AeroFlex™**—**a groundbreaking leap in firefighter comfort and safety** designed to decrease the risk of heat stress and [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/aeroflex-cools-the-core-of-any-composite) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fire-Dex_Blog%20Header_Templates%20(7)-1.png?width=885&name=Fire-Dex_Blog%20Header_Templates%20(7)-1.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-fills-four-positions-announces-five-associate-promotions) ## [Fire-Dex Fills Four Positions, Announces Five Associate Promotions](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-fills-four-positions-announces-five-associate-promotions) [Jan](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/01/) [16](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/01/16/), [2024](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2024/) Fire-Dex, the nation’s fastest growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, has recently filled four positions and announced five associate promotions. [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-fills-four-positions-announces-five-associate-promotions) [![FDXL200 Firefighting Boots ](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fire-Dex_Blog%20Header_Templates-2.png?width=885&name=Fire-Dex_Blog%20Header_Templates-2.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/a-guide-to-selecting-firefighting-boots) ## [Picking the Perfect Pair: A Guide to Selecting Firefighting Boots](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/a-guide-to-selecting-firefighting-boots) [Dec](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2023/12/) [01](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2023/12/01/), [2023](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2023/) When it comes to the demanding role of a firefighter, the choice of structural firefighting boots can be the determining factor between a severe injury and emerging unscathed in the line of duty. Boots certified by the National Fire Protection Association [(NFPA) 1971](https://www.firedex.com/education-resources/nfpa-performance-requirements/) undergo rigorous testing, [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/a-guide-to-selecting-firefighting-boots) [Newer Posts](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/7) [1](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/1) [...](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/3) [6](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/6) [7](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/7) [8](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/8) [9](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/9) [10](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/10) [...](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/13) [36](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/36) [Older Posts](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/page/9) [![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.firedex.com%2Fblog%2Fpage%2F8%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on LinkedIn](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/linkedin-24x24.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.firedex.com%2Fblog%2Fpage%2F8%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![Share on Email](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/email-24x24.png)](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fblog.firedex.com%2Fblog%2Fpage%2F8%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail%20&body=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fblog.firedex.com%2Fblog%2Fpage%2F8%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail) ### Leave a Reply ### Recent Posts ### CATEGORIES - 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