Protective fabrics for chemical industries

Fireproof, water-proof and high-visibility fabrics are some of the requirements in this industry.

Workers in the chemical industry carry out several tasks. Therefore, their PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) must be made of multi-risk fabrics with the highest mechanical performance, to cover the needs of each type of job.

In addition, all work areas in the chemical industry are considered highly explosive zones or atmospheres (ATEX). Therefore, electric arcs can occur outdoors. As a result, the use of antistatic, waterproof, and flame-retardant fabrics that have been treated with fluorocarbon on the outside is required to pass EN 13034 repellency and penetrability standards to repel liquid chemicals.

There are also monochromatic areas with vehicle traffic where workers are required to wear high-visibility fabrics and fluorescent bands to prevent accidents.

The main standards to be met in this industry in terms of protective clothing and fabrics are EN 1149.3/5, EN 13034, and EN 11612.

These are the protective fabrics for the chemical industry that Marina Textil has developed for this sector abroad. Click on any of them for more information about their specifications.