Chicago Protective Apparel Mechanix Wear 6000-ACK Aluminized Carbon Para-Aramid Approach Suit

A WORD OF CAUTION: DO NOT CONFUSE AMBIENT, CONDUCTIVE AND RADIANT HEAT! The following definitions are given as a reference as well as vital assistance in selecting the proper clothing for heat protection:

 

Ambient Heat is the surrounding atmospheric temperature in a given situation. Examples: 65º-70ºF in an office; 2000ºF in a fire walk.

 Conductive Heat is generated by direct contact with a hot surface. Examples: picking up a burner block at 600ºF; leaning against a furnace wall at 1000ºF. 

Radiant Heat is generated by the sun or a source of fire, such as a fireplace or furnace, and is absorbed by masses of material struck by the heat’s rays. (This is why it is cooler in the shade on a hot day.) 

Primary Protective Clothing Data Protective clothing designed to be worn for work activities during which significant exposure to molten substance splash, radiant heat, and flame is likely to occur. Such work activities include charging, taping, and pouring, during which work is carried out in close proximity to molten substances and hot surfaces and contact with either is likely.

 Secondary Protective Clothing Data Protective clothing designed for continuous wear for work activities in designated locations in which intermittent exposure to molten substance splash, radiant heat, and flame sources is possible. Secondary protective clothing is designed so that it will not continue to burn after exposure to and removal of a source of ignition. Protection against metal splash and radiant heat are secondary in intent.

Manufacturer of personal protective clothing since 1913. We specialize in producing PPE solutions for foundry, electric arc, oil and gas, welding and glass manufacturing industries. We currently use over 250 different fabric solutions in building our products. They include Kevlar, Nomex, Ultra Soft, Indura, CarbonX, Valen-T, Vinex, Aluminized fabrics and leather. Founded in 1913, Chicago Protective Apparel is now a fourth generation, family-run company, currently celebrating our 104th year in business! Selling uniquely through distribution, we manufacture personal protective equipment (PPE), and offer an extensive line of over 20,000 products. Our head office and primary manufacturing facility is located in Skokie, IL. In 2005 we expanded to a second plant in Acuña Mexico. Having two production plants means we are fully equipped to efficiently meet the unique needs of our customers. In August of 2021 CPA became part of Mechanix Wear, a world class PPE manufacturer.