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When it comes to arc flash protection, safety isn’t just about resisting heat and flame — it’s also about keeping workers comfortable and focused. That’s where breathability makes a critical difference.
Arc flash environments are often hot, confined, and physically demanding. If protective clothing traps heat and moisture, it can cause discomfort, fatigue, and even heat stress.
A breathable fabric helps regulate body temperature, allowing air circulation and sweat evaporation — keeping workers cool, dry, and alert on the job.
Modern flame-resistant (FR) fabrics are engineered to balance protection with airflow.
They use woven cotton or modacrylic blends with specialized fiber structures that release body heat without compromising arc protection.
These fabrics are tested under EN ISO 11612, EN 1149-5, and ASTM F1506, ensuring that the material stays both FR-compliant and breathable even after multiple washes.
Workers who stay cool work safer and longer. Studies show that breathable FR garments reduce heat stress and fatigue, leading to fewer mistakes and higher productivity.
By maintaining comfort, breathable FR shirts and pants help ensure that PPE stays worn correctly — zipped, buttoned, and protective at all times.
When selecting arc flash clothing, look for:
Lightweight FR cotton or modacrylic blends (≥ 190–240 g/m²)
ATPV ≥ 8 cal/cm² for CAT 2 protection
Proven durability after 50+ industrial wash cycles
Compliance with EN ISO 11612 / EN 1149-5 / NFPA 70E
At DomexSafety.com, our arc flash shirts and pants combine certified protection with advanced breathability. Each garment is engineered to meet EN ISO 11612, EN 1149-5, and NFPA 70E standards—delivering long-lasting comfort and compliance for real-world industrial conditions.
