Industry value
Trusted protection for firefighters’ safety
For over 50 years, we’ve partnered with textile producers and garment manufacturers to create firefighting clothing that meets the highest standards in firefighting. Our lightweight aramid fibers – Teijinconex®, Twaron®, and Technora® – offer essential heat resistance, durability, and superior performance. Through continuous collaboration, we’re improving firefighter safety and reducing environmental impact, delivering the protection firefighters rely on without compromising on quality.
Innovation
Developing advanced technologies to meet the needs of the protective clothing industry.
Collaboration
Focusing on end-user needs to create tailored solutions that drive mutual success.
Circularity
Ensuring durability throughout use, with a focus on recyclability at end of product life.
Solutions
Protecting the protectors with aramid solutions
Aramid fibers form the backbone of firefighter protection, shielding against extreme heat, flames, and hazardous conditions. With unmatched durability and lightweight design, our solutions – Teijinconex®, Twaron®, and Technora® – enhance safety and endurance, helping firefighters stay protected and prepared on duty.
Structural fires
Firefighters in structural rescues face extreme hazards – flames, flashfires, flashover, electrical arcs, and chemical exposure. Protective clothing must withstand intense heat without shrinking or failing.
Teijinconex®, Twaron® and Technora® aramids deliver flame-resistant protection that maintains garment integrity under severe heat and chemical exposure despite extensive washing. With high thermostability and durability, our aramids provide lightweight, flexible, and lasting protection, supporting firefighter safety and garment longevity.
Wildland fires
Wildland firefighters encounter unpredictable, intense fires that demand protective gear that can endure heat and flames while allowing for extended wear and visibility in smoky, high-risk environments.
Our aramid fibers – Teijinconex®, Twaron®, and Technora® – provide essential heat and flame resistance in a lightweight, breathable form, reducing burn risk. With durable, vibrant dope-dyed colors, our aramids support firefighter safety and sustainability, using less water in the dyeing process.
Technical rescues
Technical rescue operations take place in high-risk, complex environments that exceed standard protective gear capabilities, requiring both resilience and mobility.
Teijinconex®, Twaron®, and Technora® aramid fibers provide critical heat and flame protection, helping to reduce burn risk in high-stress technical rescues. These durable, lightweight fibers withstand demanding conditions and frequent cleaning, offering lasting performance. With vibrant dope-dyed colors for enhanced visibility in hazardous settings, our aramids also support sustainability by minimizing water use in the dyeing process.
Product value
Maximum protection with Teijin Aramid fibers
Teijinconex®, Twaron®, and Technora® aramid fibers deliver superior protection and durability in firefighting gear. Engineered for high thermal stability, colorfastness, and resistance to wear, our fibers withstand rigorous use and frequent cleaning. Incorporating these aramids into fabrics improves strength and resilience, providing dependable, long-lasting performance under the toughest conditions.
Lightweight
Stronger than traditional materials; lightweight for enhanced flexibility.
Durable
Designed to withstand harsh conditions and maintain fit after repeated washing.
Colorfast
Dope-dyed colors stay vivid through wear, UV exposure, and intensive washing.
Sustainability
Sustainable solutions for firefighter gear
Sustainability is at the core of our flame-resistant PPE innovations. Aramid fibers like Twaron® and Teijinconex® extend garment life, lowering end-of-life waste by reducing the need for replacements. Our dope-dyed fibers cut water and chemical use. With durable, repairable materials, we help create protective clothing that reduces environmental impact at every stage.
Our expertise
Our research and development streams
We've organized our expertise to address a variety of technical textile design needs.
Application development support
Our teams of scientists and technical experts in fiber, textile, finishing, and dyeing technologies work alongside customers to create tailored, high-performance solutions. We offer guidance to unlock the full potential of our aramid materials for unique PPE applications.
Industry knowledge
With state-of-the-art research labs and rigorous quality assurance, we ensure our fibers meet the highest standards for durability, performance, and market readiness.
Sustainability and compliance leadership
Our sales and marketing teams bring extensive industry knowledge, ensuring our customers receive reliable, informed support. This expertise enhances our ability to address complex requirements across the value chain.
Advanced testing capabilities
Our state-of-the-art labs provide comprehensive testing on fiber and fabric, including the Mannikin test (PLIFF), for burn injury evaluation. These facilities enable us to support customers with premium testing services that meet strict industry standards.
Quality and compliance assurance
Our structured QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) processes ensure that every product meets the highest standards of quality and compliance, delivering safe, dependable aramid solutions, including ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100.
Commitment to sustainability
Sustainability and circularity are core to our business. Our ETCE team leads initiatives to reduce environmental impact across the PPE lifecycle, integrating circular practices that support long-term value.
Certified for safety and performance
We maintain essential certifications for the PPE industry, underscoring our commitment to safety, quality, and reliability. Our certified labs and processes meet rigorous standards, ensuring trusted performance for our aramid solutions.
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