Electrical lineman wearing an orange PYRAD WINDSTOPPER Garment by GORE-TEX LABS

Arc Rated PYRAD® WINDSTOPPER Garments by GORE-TEX LABS

CAT 4 arc protection for linemen and E&I professionals who face the harsh elements every day.

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Maximum Protection in a Lightweight Design

When every shift could expose you to arc flash hazards and unpredictable weather, you need protection you can count on. Introducing PYRAD® WINDSTOPPER® Garments by GORE-TEX LABS: a comfortable, lightweight CAT 4 arc-rated solution designed specifically for the demands of electrical utility and power supply work.

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Key Benefits

Why PYRAD® WINDSTOPPER® Technology by GORE-TEX LABS?

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Arc Rated

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Very Breathable

Totally Windproof

Freedom of Movement

Light Rain Resistant

Tested and proven arc protection cat 4: ATPV ≥ 40 cal/cm²

Comfortable during high-intensity activities

Consistent thermal protection in cold & windy conditions

Increased ease of motion

Keeps workers dry during short exposure to light rain

Technical diagram of GORE-TEX Labs Arc Rated Pyrad Windstopper Garments

HOW IT WORKS
 

The arc rated PYRAD® WINDSTOPPER® technology by GORE-TEX labs is based on a 3-layer laminate in a single ply. It blocks heat flow during arc exposure and stops flame propagation by forming a carbonaceous char with the fabric, so that heat transfer to skin is reduced.

Electrical utility worker in high-visibility GORE-TEX PYRAD® WINDSTOPPER® jacket performing maintenance on power equipment outdoors in wet, cold conditions

Standards

  • NFPA 70E / CSA Z462, Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
  • ASTM F1506, Arc flash and Flame-Resistant protection.
  • ASTM F1959, per F1506, Arc rating for FR fabrics (Open-Air Arc Flash)
  • ASTM F2621, Integrity of Garments after an open-air electric arc flash exposure
  • ASTM F1930, Evaluation of Flame-Resistant Clothing for Protection Against Fire Simulations (Instrumented Manikin)
  • ANSI / ISEA 107 / CSA Z96, High-Visibility Safety Apparel
  • ATSM F1868 / ISO 11092, Thermal (Rct) and evaporative resistance (Ret)
  • EN 1149-3/5 Electrostatic dissipative protective clothing
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Upgrade your arc-rated gear with the innovative PYRAD® WINDSTOPPER® Garments by GORE-TEX LABS. Contact our team today to learn more.

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