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    GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® Garments for Ambulances and Search & Rescue

    Essential head-to-toe personal protection against viruses and bacteria found in blood and body fluids, as well as common chemicals found at accident scenes.

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    Explore the high-level protective benefits of this technology application.

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    Blood-borne and viral pathogen protection

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    Durably waterproof

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    Most Breathable

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    Lightweight

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    Flame resistant

    A liquid-proof technology engineered to provide penetration resistance to virus and bacteria found in blood and body fluids.

    GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® laminates are durably waterproof as well as resistant to chemicals commonly found at accident scenes.

    Crucial for emergencies, GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® laminates are highly breathable, enabling perspiration to escape, which helps responders manage heat stress better.

    Lightweight and flexible, GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® garments allow wearers to move quickly and with agility to various rescue situations.

    GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® laminates are durable - resisting flexing and abrasions.

    When combined with a flame-resistant shell material, garments with GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® moisture barriers are ideal for protecting first responders from exposure to flash fire.

    Durable resistance to hazardous liquids and body fluids

    The preferred choice for emergency medical services and first responders, lightweight garments with GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® laminates provide optimal protection against viruses and bacteria in blood and body fluids as well as common chemicals found at accident scenes. 

    GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® fabric was engineered specifically to offer durable resistance to penetration from pathogens in blood and body fluids as well as common accident scene chemicals. It is also highly abrasion-resistant for physically demanding environments. Garments made with GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® fabric allow perspiration to escape, keeping the wearer cooler, more comfortable, and able to focus on their response. 

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    How it works
    Protective against pathogens

    The membrane has been engineered to provide penetration resistance to virus and bacteria found in blood and body fluids.

    How it works
    Breathable

    Even when exposed to heat during emergencies, the breathability of GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® fabrics reduces heat stress and offers superior comfort.

    How it works
    Long-term protection

    Barrier properties remain intact even after garment cleaning and contamination.

    How it works
    Waterproof

    GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® fabrics withstand water-entry pressures encountered during severe weather as well as resisting chemicals commonly found in accident scenes.

    Ideal for
    The technology has been developed with real-work situations in mind, so that hard-working professionals in challenging environments can stay protected, and simply focus on their important work.

    Search & Rescue Workers

    Garments with GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® laminates protect first responders from pathogens found in blood and body fluids as well as NFPA common chemicals. 

    Emergency Medical Professionals

    Protection from exposure to blood-borne and viral pathogens, garments with GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® laminates allow medical professionals to focus on the job. 

    Standards

    Certified to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, Class II

    Standard compliant
    NFPA 1951: Standard on Protective Ensembles for Technical Rescue Incidents, NFPA 1999: Standard on Protective Ensembles for Emergency Medical Operations

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    Why do we test to the limit?

    We test our fabrics and our partners' products to the absolute limit, for unsurpassed protection and comfort that wearers can trust - even for the most challenging work situations.

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