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MSA Safety Acquires U.K. Firefighter Turnout Gear Manufacturer Bristol Uniforms

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Monday, January 25, 2021
Occupational safety and health, Articles, Safety, Human activities, Bunker gear, Retardant, Bristol Uniforms, Personal protective equipment, Firefighter, Workwear, Turnout, Flame retardant

The company has earned a reputation for providing high quality turnout gear that combines innovative designs with advanced materials.

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  • The company has earned a reputation for providing high quality turnout gear that combines innovative designs with advanced materials.
  • "Helping to keep firefighters safe has been a longstanding element of the MSA mission," said Nish Vartanian, MSA Chairman, President and CEO.
  • Bristol Uniforms is also a leading manufacturer of flame-retardant, waterproof and other protective workwear for the utility industry.
  • Bristol Uniforms Ltd is a leading designer and manufacturer of protective clothing for emergency services in the U.K. and across the globe.

MacQueen Emergency Acquires Emergency Response Solutions (ERS)

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Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Public policy, Government, Professional services, Law enforcement, Emergency services, Finance, Bunker gear, McQueen

MacQueen Emergency has acquired Minnesota-based Emergency Response Solutions (ERS)the leading fire equipment supplier for the state.

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  • MacQueen Emergency has acquired Minnesota-based Emergency Response Solutions (ERS)the leading fire equipment supplier for the state.
  • With this acquisition, MacQueen Emergency will add several premier emergency brands to their Minnesota portfolio, including MSA safety equipment and GLOBE turnout gear.
  • MacQueen Emergency also offers complete apparatus upfitting solutions, ensuring that each department served has access to the latest best-in-class products and custom vehicle solutions firefighters need.
  • MacQueen Emergency is part of MacQueen Equipment, LLC, a portfolio company of Rotunda Capital Partners.

DuPont Announces Importance of Flame-Resistant Face Coverings Made with Nomex® During COVID-19 Pandemic

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Synthetic fibers, Nomex, Companies, Economy of the United States, DuPont, Manufacturing, Bunker gear

RICHMOND, Va., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --DuPont Personal Protection today announced that face coverings made with DuPont Nomex may be used along with flame-resistant (FR) garments, such as those made of Nomex, in response to the protection needs of COVID-19.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --DuPont Personal Protection today announced that face coverings made with DuPont Nomex may be used along with flame-resistant (FR) garments, such as those made of Nomex, in response to the protection needs of COVID-19.
  • "Masks made with Nomex help provide enhanced coverage with superior flame resistance," said David Domnisch, global business director, DuPont Personal Protection.
  • "Specifying a total FR solution with both a Nomex garment and Nomex mask is essential to help ensure worker protection.
  • For additional information on facial coverings made with Nomex, please see DuPont Nomex FR face coverings for COVID-19 exposure .

Intertek Issues First ETL Verified Mark for Firefighting Cleaning and Repair Facilities Under Latest Edition of NFPA 1851

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Monday, February 17, 2020
Public policy, Government, Engineering, Manufacturing, Law enforcement, Emergency services, Bunker gear, Articles, Intertek, Cleaning, Firefighting, Public safety

Intertek, a Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has issued its first ETL Verified certification for cleaning and repair facilities for structural firefighting gear under NFPA 1851, 2020 Edition.

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  • Intertek, a Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has issued its first ETL Verified certification for cleaning and repair facilities for structural firefighting gear under NFPA 1851, 2020 Edition.
  • This certification verifies that 911 Safety Equipments cleaning facilities meet the requirements of NFPA 1851, 2020 Edition, for cleaning protective coats and pants used in structural firefighting.
  • NFPA 1851, 2020 Edition specifies the requirements for the selection, care and maintenance of protective ensembles used in firefighting.
  • Certification to this national regulatory standard indicates that cleaning facilities can remove semi-volatiles, metals, and biologicals from structural firefighting gear to the latest industry requirements.