Electric companies protection fabric
Arc flash is the greatest risk that fabrics face at electrical companies.
Among the risks present in the electrical sector, arc flash represents the most serious and potentially life-threatening hazard.
An arc flash is a powerful plasma explosion that occurs when electrical current passes through air due to insulation failure or a short circuit. In a fraction of a second, it can generate extreme temperatures, intense pressure waves and molten metal projections, causing severe or even fatal injuries.
In addition, electrical workers are exposed to hazards such as short circuits, electrical discharges and fires caused by arc faults, all of which require reliable and certified protective solutions.
For this reason, the electrical sector is one of the industries where high-performance protective fabrics play a decisive role in worker safety. Protective garments must comply with the most demanding international standards, including EN ISO 11612, IEC 61482-2, IEC 61482-1-1, ASTM F1959/F1959M, NFPA 2112, NFPA 70E and EN ISO 11611, ensuring certified protection against thermal and electric arc hazards.
At Marina Textil, we develop flame-resistant fabrics for arc flash protection, specifically engineered for electric utility companies and electrical contractors.