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GlenGuard FR introduce new line of vented FR workwear

The new garments have been designed to keep the wearer cooler with two back horizontal flame resistant mesh vents and under arm vents for improved air flow.

22nd December 2014

Innovation in Textiles
 |  Glen Raven, NC

Protective, Clothing/​Footwear

GlenGuard FR, the latest technology from Glen Raven, a leading provider of innovative fabric based solutions, and industry leaders G&K Services and Workrite Uniform Company have announced a new line of vented, enhanced visibility workwear, with flame resistant (FR) protection.

GlenGuard is known for providing comfort and protection by manufacturing lightweight, breathable fabrics designed to keep wearers cool and comfortable while on the job.

The vents are constructed using GlenGuard Hi-Vis, a patented hi-visibility mesh. © Glen Raven

The new vented enhanced visibility garments have been designed to keep the wearer even cooler with two back horizontal flame resistant mesh vents and under arm vents for improved air flow, the company reports.

Enhanced-visibility FR garments

G&K Services’ enhanced-visibility FR garments, produced by Workrite Uniform, include flame resistant, enhanced visibility mesh vents located at the underarm and shoulders. 

The vents are constructed using GlenGuard Hi-Vis, a patented hi-visibility mesh that is said to offer no melt/no drip protection.   The enhanced vis trim at the shoulder, around arm and across back in the work shirt and around the leg calves in the work pants feature 3M Scotchlite Reflective.

Garments combine well with the current uniform offerings in both medium brown and navy blue. © Glen Raven

These garments combine well with the current uniform offerings in both medium brown and navy blue. They are available in a 4.5 oz. vented coverall and work shirt. These and other innovative GlenGuard FR products including the new line of enhanced-visibility garments (non-vented) are now available through G&K Services.

G&K Services

G&K Services, is a service focused market leader of branded uniform and facility services programmes in the US, and is the largest such provider in Canada.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, G&K Services has 7,800 employees serving approximately 170,000 customer locations from 165 facilities in North America. 

Workrite Uniform Company

Workrite Uniform Company stands on more than 40 years of experience in FR clothing, backed by strong partnerships with top fabric manufacturers. 

The company has a dedicated North American sales force and experienced customer service team. 

www.glenguard.com

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