About ArcFlashWear
Arc flash, flash fire, molten metal and chemical splash are unpredictable, but your PPE shouldn't be.
OUR BUSINESS
ArcFlashWear is the Australian Distributor of NASCO 'Made in the USA' premium Protective Outerwear Solutions and an end user Supplier of premium Westex UltraSoft® and PR97® workwear.
Our protective outerwear and workwear solutions provide protection against electric arc, flash fire, molten metal and chemical splash, flame and intense heat. Our specialised FR and AR solutions are engineered to ensure they meet or exceed internal and external Customer requirements.
SPECIALISED MATERIALS FOR DEMANDING ENVIRONMENTS
OUR FOCUS
Thermal Hazard and Dangerous Substance Environments
- Chemical Manufacturing, Processing and Handling.
- Electrical Maintenance.
- Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution.
- Emergency Response.
- Gas Utility Transmission and Distribution.
- Heavy Industry.
- Mine Site Extraction and Processing.
- Oil and Gas Upstream.
- Petrochemical Production and Processing.
- Primary and Remelt Smelting.
OUR SOLUTIONS
Our protective solutions are hazard specific, premium and constructed from the world's foremost FR and AR fibres and textiles: Dupont™ Nomex®, Nomex® Essential and Kevlar®, Westex UltraSoft®, PR97®, Lenzing AG Lenzing™ FR, Polartec® FR, Modacrylic and pure Australian Merino Wool. Our proven protection technologies, backed by years of innovation, science and expertise, help industrial and other organisations rise to the challenge of equipping their workers with the PPE they need for optimal protection at work.
SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW
RANGE | FOR PROTECTION AGAINST |
|---|---|
| NASCO ArcWear | Electric Arc, Flash Fire, Chemical Splash, Steam and Hot Liquids, Inclement Weather |
| NASCO FR Fleece | Electric Arc, Flash/Pool Fire, Intense Heat, Flame |
| NASCO PetroWear | Electric Arc, Flash Fire, Chemical Splash, Steam and Hot Liquids, Inclement Weather |
| NASCO Envisage | Inclement Weather, Low Light Conditions |
| UltraSoft Apparel | Electric Arc, Flash Fire, Molten Ferrous Metal, Welding, Heat, Flame |
| PR97 Apparel | Molten Metal, Convective Heat, Radiant Heat, Flame, Electric Arc |
| Australian PPE | Molten Metal, Intense Heat, Flame |
STANDARDS ORGANISATIONS
Knowing the importance of certain processes and taking steps to identify the best practices are vital. Our listed standards provide valuable guidance resources for OHS professionals to apply in their roles to protect workers. Our Issuer Organisations publish the world's most authoritative standards for testing materials against a wide range of exposures. They are responsible for maintaining uniformity of standards in all areas across the globe.
- American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM).
- National Fire Prevention Authority (NFPA).
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
- Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB).
- International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).
- European Standards (EN).
WHAT WE DO
We engage in a step by step consultative process with end users whereby we:
- Confirm the exactness of the hazard and risk, determine the appropriate FR/AR match and finalise design and/or modifications.
- Provide Inspection Only garments (on request) and allow procurement of wear test items.
- Initiate official quotation > ordering > procurement.
