International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics · 2008 · 50 citations · 1 references
EngineeringMaterials EngineeringMaterials ScienceHeat TransferThermal AnalysisThermal ComfortClothing InsulationHeat Stress AssessmentThermal Protection MaterialsClothing Thermal InsulationHeat Exposure AssessmentHeat Protective ClothingMechanical ProtectionProtective ClothingProtective Clothing DesignThermal Protective ClothingThermal Protective Performance
Heat and mechanical protection properties of 6 fabric combinations commonly used in firefighters' protective clothing were assessed before and after different heat treatment. It was shown that after heat exposure, the values obtained were generally lower than in the original state. The mechanical properties of the materials were more affected by heat than by heat protective properties. In 2 cases, degradation started before a visible change in the material could be observed, which might be potentially dangerous for the end user who will not realize the alteration of the material.
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