While structural firefighting gear is essential for high-heat environments, not every call requires the full protection of turnouts or structural firefighting gloves. Wearing full structural PPE for every incident can lead to unnecessary fatigue, cross contamination, and increased wear and tear on
East Providence Firefighters Receive Non-PFAS Turnout Gear
The East Providence Fire Department has become the first in the United States to purchase and use non-PFAS turnout gear department-wide—an industry milestone achieved through a collaborative partnership with protective gear manufacturer Fire-Dex and textile innovator Milliken & Company.
What Gloves Are You Wearing?
When you’re on scene, the last thing you want to think about is your gear. As a gear manufacturer, that means our job is to make PPE so well that you forget you’re wearing it.
The Importance of Firefighting Gloves
For firefighters, gloves are a crucial part of your safety gear. While maybe less talked about than your turnouts, a good pair of gloves can be the difference between injury and getting home.
The Importance of Alternative PPE
For a long time, firefighters have had only two clothing options while on duty.
The Benefits of Extrication Boots for Firefighters
The popular image of a firefighter is someone who, well, fights fires. And while that’s certainly a big part of the job description, the fact is that most calls aren’t actually structure fire related.
AeroFlex Safety and Cooling Abilities Proven in Independent Testing
At Fire-Dex, our mission is “To Serve Those Who Serve.” That mission means that all of our gear is designed to keep you safe while you do your job.
Firefighter Extrication Boots vs. Structural Boots
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.
The Critical Importance of Properly Fitted Gear for Female Firefighters
This article first appeared in the International Fire Buyer March edition magazine (pgs. 42-44).
A New Era: Cutting-Edge AeroFlex™ Turnout Gear From Fire-Dex Cools the Core of Any Composite
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
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