Defence personnel that require protection from incidental heat and flames must not compromise on comfort or freedom of movement. This is a balance many current FR uniform options fail to achieve due to stiffness, weight, or poor breathability, causing heat stress, restricted movement, and fatigue. While FR protection isn’t required for all defence roles, specialised units such as special Army units and Navy and Air Force personnel require it. However, durability issues—including reduced FR performance over time, pilling, abrasion, shrinkage, and fading from UV and seawater—can negatively impact safety, appearance, and morale.
A Next-Level Flame-Retardant Product Technology for Modern Defence Applications
Engineered for Battle Dress Uniforms (BDU), Shipboard Uniforms (SU), and Flight Uniforms (FU), PYRAD® Fabrics by GORE-TEX LABS® deliver lightweight comfort, breathability, and durability, along with reliable protection from incidental heat and flame, helping soldiers, sailors, and airmen stay mission-ready.
Learn how PYRAD® Fabric Technology offers lightweight, flame-retardant protection that’s comfortable to wear.
PYRAD® Fabric Technology by GORE-TEX LABS®
Learn how PYRAD® Fabric Technology offers lightweight, flame-retardant protection that’s comfortable to wear. This video highlights the defence end uses, main benefits, and feedback from people who tested it in the field.
PYRAD® Defence Uniforms by GORE-TEX LABS are engineered to provide:
Material: Flame Retardant. Index 3 ISO 14116 after testing acc. ISO 15025-A, Garment: Pyroman 3s ISO 13506
Air permeability > 200 l/m²/sec ensures effective moisture management, reducing heat stress. (EN ISO 9237)
Stretch fabric allows unrestricted action, even when worn with equipment. Stretch in Weft Direction: ≥12% (EN ISO 20932-1 Method A)
(185 g/m2) – Reduced weight for greater agility during missions.
Fast drying capabilities keep defence personnel mission ready.
Maintains performance after 20 wash cycles, with excellent colour fastness under UV and seawater conditions; resists pilling and abrasion. Abrasion Resistance according to EN ISO 12947-2 ≥ 80,000 cycles
Key Benefits
- Durable flame and heat protection without compromising on wearer comfort
- Excellent moisture management and freedom of movement during high-intensity activity
- Purpose-built for modern defence operations in warm and hot climates
- Constructed from lightweight (185 g/m²), air-permeable fabrics that:
- Support superior moisture control
- Maintain comfort when static in hot conditions (>25 °C)
- Remain flexible and breathable during moderate activity (15–20 °C)
- Fast-drying and stretchable for improved mobility
- Resistant to:
- Wear and shrinkage
- Fading and UV exposure
- Seawater and environmental degradation
- Maintains full protective performance throughout the garment’s life cycle
- Tested and certified to meet rigorous standards:
- Index 3 ISO 14116
- ISO 15025-A
- Pyroman 3 s ISO 13506
- Engineered to withstand operational extremes
Army & Special Operations Forces (SOF) – Battle Dress Uniform (BDU)
FR protection is not always required for general infantry, but PYRAD® Garments provide a balance of agility with incidental heat and flame protection. They are offered in multiple camouflage patterns and plain colours.
Navy – Shipboard Uniform (SBU)
The FR requirement is non-negotiable. It maintains wear comfort in heat, humidity, and saltwater exposure, and is available in solid colours with optional vector protection.
Air Force – Flight Uniform (FU)
The FR requirement is non-negotiable. This solution overcomes the bulkiness, restricted movement, and low breathability of traditional flight gear. Available in sage green with an optional 4s Pyroman upgrade.
From Desert Heat to Naval Operations — PYRAD® Uniforms Earn Approval
Field testing in the Middle East, Mediterranean, and Pacific with specialised companies, para commandos and Navy personnel confirmed that the uniforms are lightweight, very breathable, stretchy, and quick drying, with “performs in every aspect” reported.
Users noted durable performance when worn with plate carriers and in conditions with thorns, brambles, and abrasive surfaces, without scratch noise during movement. Trials comparing PYRAD® Uniforms to conventional uniforms demonstrated optimal comfort during medium to high activity, especially in hot climates, where other material come to their limits.
Contact a GORE-TEX® Brand specialist today to discuss the new PYRAD® Fabrics technology, certification standards, and product integration for your specific operational needs.