Embodiments of the present invention relate to flame resistant fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibers that provide the requisite thermal and arc protection, that have improved comfort, and that, in some embodiments, are less expensive than other fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibers. Improved comfort and lower cost can be achieved by predominantly locating the inherently flame resistant fibers on the front face of the fabric to impart the requisite thermal and arc protection and predominantly locating the more comfortable (and less expensive) fibers on the back face of the fabric positioned next to the wearer. In this way, overall protection of the fabric is maintained while improving comfort. Some embodiments of such fabrics may also achieve NFPA 70E PPE Category 2 protection.
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
Fabrics and textile materials, namely, non-woven textile fabrics; heat-resistant, flame-resistant, and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-resistant, flame-resistant, and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
3.
IMPROVED FLAME RESISTANT NONWOVEN FABRICS AND COMPOSITES AND GARMENTS MADE WITH SAME
Embodiments of the present invention replace at least some of the flame resistant fibers traditionally used in the batting of a thermal liner (e.g., aramids) with thermally stable polyamide fibers (e.g., nylon fibers). The TPP performance of garments incorporating embodiments of thermal liners contemplated herein is comparable to – if not improved over – garments formed with traditional thermal liners.
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
4.
FLAME RESISTANT NONWOVEN FABRICS AND COMPOSITES AND GARMENTS MADE WITH SAME
Embodiments of the present invention replace at least some of the flame resistant fibers traditionally used in the batting of a thermal liner (e.g., aramids) with thermally stable polyamide fibers (e.g., nylon fibers). The TPP performance of garments incorporating embodiments of thermal liners contemplated herein is comparable to—if not improved over—garments formed with traditional thermal liners.
A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
D04H 1/4374 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties characterised by the use of certain kinds of fibres insofar as this use has no preponderant influence on the consolidation of the fleece using different kinds of webs, e.g. by layering webs
D04H 1/4382 - Stretched reticular film fibresComposite fibresMixed fibresUltrafine fibresFibres for artificial leather
5.
FLAME RESISTANT FINISHED FABRICS EXHIBITING WATER REPELLENCY AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME
Fabrics that are exhibit water repellency, abrasion resistance, and optionally flame resistance are described herein. The fabrics include a plurality of fibers (such as flame resistant fibers) and a finish that imparts water repellency and abrasion resistance to the fibers. The fabrics are free or substantially free from alkylfluoropolymers. Also described herein are garments including the fabrics.
A41D 31/10 - Impermeable to liquids, e.g. waterproofLiquid-repellent
D06M 13/322 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with non-macromolecular organic compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment with compounds containing nitrogen
D06M 15/227 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated
D06M 15/564 - Polyureas, polyurethanes or other polymers having ureide or urethane linksPrecondensation products forming them
D06M 15/643 - Macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds containing silicon in the main chain
D06M 101/30 - Synthetic polymers consisting of macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
D06N 3/04 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof with macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
Flame resistant fabrics formed with fiber blends that provide the requisite flame and thermal protection but that have improved durability. In some embodiments this is accomplished with the use of fiber blends that include relatively large percentages of FR nylon fibers in combination with cellulosic and inherently flame resistant fibers.
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D03D 13/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the special disposition of the warp or weft threads, e.g. with curved weft threads, with discontinuous warp threads, with diagonal warp or weft
D03D 15/225 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the material of the fibres or filaments constituting the yarns or threads cellulose-based artificial, e.g. viscose
D03D 15/283 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the material of the fibres or filaments constituting the yarns or threads synthetic polymer-based, e.g. polyamide or polyester fibres
D03D 15/47 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the structure of the yarns or threads multicomponent, e.g. blended yarns or threads
Flame resistant fabrics comprising a blend of modacrylic, aliphatic polyamide, and cellulosic fibers. Some embodiments are printed and/or dyed with vat dyes so as to comply with the color requirements (including the color, colorfastness, and IR requirements) set forth in the relevant sections of GL-PD-07-12 and/or MIL-PRF-EFRCE. Some embodiments further include reinforcing yarns that improve the strength of the fabrics. Still other embodiments are flame resistant fabrics for use in electrical applications that comply with some or all of the requirements of ASTM F 1506.
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
Embodiments of the present invention relate to flame resistant fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibers that provide the requisite thermal and arc protection, that have improved comfort, and that, in some embodiments, are less expensive than other fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibers. Improved comfort and lower cost can be achieved by predominantly locating the inherently flame resistant fibers on the front face of the fabric to impart the requisite thermal and arc protection and predominantly locating the more comfortable (and less expensive) fibers on the back face of the fabric positioned next to the wearer. In this way, overall protection of the fabric is maintained while improving comfort. Some embodiments of such fabrics may also achieve NFPA 70E PPE Category 2 protection.
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
Flame resistant fabrics that comply with applicable thermal requirements (e.g., char length, after flame, thermal shrinkage, etc.) but only include thermally stable fibers in yarns extending in a single fabric direction (warp or weft). The yarns extending in the other direction (warp or weft) are devoid of thermally stable fibers.
A41D 31/06 - Thermally protective, e.g. insulating
D03D 15/292 - Conjugate, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, fibres or filaments
D03D 15/208 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the material of the fibres or filaments constituting the yarns or threads cellulose-based
D03D 15/283 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the material of the fibres or filaments constituting the yarns or threads synthetic polymer-based, e.g. polyamide or polyester fibres
D01F 8/02 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the likeManufacture thereof from cellulose, cellulose derivatives, or proteins
D01F 8/08 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the likeManufacture thereof from synthetic polymers with at least one polyacrylonitrile as constituent
11.
THERMALLY STABLE FLAME RESISTANT FABRICS PRODUCED FROM THERMALLY STABLE YARN IN ONLY ONE FABRIC DIRECTION AND GARMENTS MADE FROM SAME
Flame resistant fabrics that comply with applicable thermal requirements (e.g., char length, after flame, thermal shrinkage, etc.) but only include thermally stable fibers in yarns extending in a single fabric direction (warp or weft). The yarns extending in the other direction (warp or weft) are devoid of thermally stable fibers.
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
12.
Flame resistant finished fabrics exhibiting water repellency and methods for making the same
Fabrics that are exhibit water repellency, abrasion resistance, and optionally flame resistance are described herein. The fabrics include a plurality of fibers (such as flame resistant fibers) and a finish that imparts water repellency and abrasion resistance to the fibers. The fabrics are free or substantially free from alkylfluoropolymers. Also described herein are garments including the fabrics.
A41D 31/10 - Impermeable to liquids, e.g. waterproofLiquid-repellent
D06M 13/322 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with non-macromolecular organic compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment with compounds containing nitrogen
D06M 15/227 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated
D06M 15/564 - Polyureas, polyurethanes or other polymers having ureide or urethane linksPrecondensation products forming them
D06M 15/643 - Macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds containing silicon in the main chain
D06N 3/04 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof with macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
D06M 101/30 - Synthetic polymers consisting of macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
Fabrics and textile materials, namely heat, flame and fire resistant fabric for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat, flame and fire resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Heat, flame and fire resistant fabric for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat, flame and fire resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
non-woven textiles and heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Fabrics and textile materials, namely heat, flame and fire resistant fabric for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat, flame and fire resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Fabrics and textile materials, namely heat, flame and fire resistant fabric for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat, flame and fire resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Fabrics and textile materials, namely, heat, flame and fire resistant fabric for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat, flame and fire resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
Fabrics and textile materials not included in other classes; non-woven textiles; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Fabrics and textile materials, namely, non-woven textile fabric; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
Heat, flame, and fire resistant fabric for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat, flame, and fire resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
Flame resistant fabrics formed with fiber blends that provide the requisite flame and thermal protection but that have improved durability. In some embodiments this is accomplished with the use of fiber blends that include relatively large percentages of FR nylon fibers in combination with cellulosic and inherently flame resistant fibers.
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
D03D 15/283 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the material of the fibres or filaments constituting the yarns or threads synthetic polymer-based, e.g. polyamide or polyester fibres
D03D 15/47 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the structure of the yarns or threads multicomponent, e.g. blended yarns or threads
D03D 15/225 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the material of the fibres or filaments constituting the yarns or threads cellulose-based artificial, e.g. viscose
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D03D 13/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the special disposition of the warp or weft threads, e.g. with curved weft threads, with discontinuous warp threads, with diagonal warp or weft
Flame resistant fabrics formed with fiber blends that provide the requisite flame and thermal protection but that have improved durability. This is accomplished with the use of fiber blends that include relatively large percentages of FR nylon fibers in combination with cellulosic and inherently flame resistant fibers.
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
Fabrics and textile materials not included in other classes; non-woven textiles; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Fabrics and textile materials not included in other classes; non-woven textiles; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Fabrics and textile materials not included in other classes; non-woven textiles; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing..
Fabrics and textile materials, namely, non-woven textile fabric; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
(1) Fabrics and textile materials; non-woven textiles; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
Fabrics and textile materials, namely, non-woven textile fabric; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
(1) Textile fabrics and textile materials, namely, non-woven textile fabrics; flame retardant fabrics and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with flame retardant and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Fabrics and textile materials, namely, non-woven textile fabric; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
33.
FLAME RESISTANT FABRICS FORMED WITH STRETCHABLE YARNS
Flame resistant fabrics formed with a combination of body yarns and stretch yarns that exhibit excellent physical and thermal properties. The body yarns are formed at least in part with flame resistant materials. The stretch yarns are corespun yarns having an elastic core surrounded by a fiber sheath formed at least in part with flame resistant materials. The fiber sheath protects the elastic core from direct exposure to heat and flame that would otherwise cause the core to degrade or melt.
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
D03D 15/56 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads elastic
Flame resistant fabrics formed with a combination of body yarns and stretch yarns that exhibit excellent physical and thermal properties. The body yarns are formed at least in part with flame resistant materials. The stretch yarns are corespun yarns having an elastic core surrounded by a fiber sheath formed at least in part with flame resistant materials. The fiber sheath protects the elastic core from direct exposure to heat and flame that would otherwise cause the core to degrade or melt.
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
Fabrics and textile materials not included in other classes; non-woven textiles; heat-, flame- and fire-resistant fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat-, flame- and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing..
36.
Flame resistant fabrics having fibers containing energy absorbing and/or reflecting additives
Embodiments of the invention relate to flame resistant fabrics containing fibers having at least one energy absorbing and/or reflecting additive incorporated into the fibers. Inclusion of such fibers into the fabric increases the arc rating/fabric weight ratio of the fabric while still complying with all requisite thermal protective requirements.
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
D02G 3/04 - Blended or other yarns or threads containing components made from different materials
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
Woven fabrics and Textile material, The aforesaid goods not included in other classes; Non-woven fabrics; Heat resistant fabric, Flame-resistant fabrics and Flame resistant fabrics, for use in the following fields: Manufacture of protective clothing; Fabrics with heat, flame and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Woven fabrics and Textile material, The aforesaid goods not included in other classes; Non-woven fabrics; Heat resistant fabric, Flame-resistant fabrics and Flame resistant fabrics, for use in the following fields: Manufacture of protective clothing; Fabrics with heat, flame and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
Woven fabrics and Textile material, The aforesaid goods not included in other classes; Non-woven fabrics; Heat resistant fabric, Flame-resistant fabrics and Flame resistant fabrics, for use in the following fields: The manufacture of protective clothing; Fabrics with heat, flame and fire-resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing.
(1) Textile fabrics and synthetic textile fabrics for the manufacture of protective clothing for fire fighters, fireresistant textile fabrics for use in the manufacture of clothing for fire fighters.
(1) Textile fabrics and synthetic textile fabrics for use in the manufacture of protective clothing for the military industry, fire-resistant textile fabrics for use in the manufacture of clothing for the military industry.
Aramid textiles, namely, aramid fabrics offering thermal stability and abrasion resistance for use in the manufacture of turnout garments for firefighters
Textiles and synthetic textiles for use in military industries, namely, heat-, flame- and fire-resistant and breathable fabric for use in the manufacture of protective garments for the military industry
45.
Flame resistant finished fabrics exhibiting water repellency and methods for making the same
Fabrics that are exhibit water repellency, abrasion resistance, and optionally flame resistance are described herein. The fabrics include a plurality of fibers (such as flame resistant fibers) and a finish that imparts water repellency and abrasion resistance to the fibers. The fabrics are free or substantially free from alkylfluoropolymers. Also described herein are garments including the fabrics.
D06M 15/227 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated
D06M 15/643 - Macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds containing silicon in the main chain
D06M 13/322 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with non-macromolecular organic compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment with compounds containing nitrogen
D06M 15/564 - Polyureas, polyurethanes or other polymers having ureide or urethane linksPrecondensation products forming them
D06N 3/04 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof with macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
D06M 101/30 - Synthetic polymers consisting of macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
Embodiments are directed to flame resistant fabrics formed of a plurality of spun body yarns and rip stops that extend between at least some of the spun body yarns in at least one of the warp or fill direction of the fabric. In some embodiments, the rip stops include at least two relatively tough yarns, and the relatively tough yarns include an aramid spun core and a sheath.
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 13/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the special disposition of the warp or weft threads, e.g. with curved weft threads, with discontinuous warp threads, with diagonal warp or weft
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
47.
FLAME RESISTANT FABRICS FORMED OF LONG STAPLE YARNS AND FILAMENT YARNS
Embodiments of the invention relate to flame resistant fabrics formed of a combination of filament and long staple yarns that exhibit excellent physical and thermal properties at relatively light weights.
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
D03D 15/283 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the material of the fibres or filaments constituting the yarns or threads synthetic polymer-based, e.g. polyamide or polyester fibres
D03D 15/292 - Conjugate, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, fibres or filaments
Embodiments of the present invention relate to flame resistant fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibers that provide the requisite thermal and arc protection, that have improved comfort, and that, in some embodiments, are less expensive than other fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibers. Improved comfort and lower cost can be achieved by predominantly locating the inherently flame resistant fibers on the front face of the fabric to impart the requisite thermal and arc protection and predominantly locating the more comfortable (and less expensive) fibers on the back face of the fabric positioned next to the wearer. In this way, overall protection of the fabric is maintained while improving comfort. Some embodiments of such fabrics may also achieve NFPA 70E PPE Category 2 protection.
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
Natural and synthetic textile, namely, heat, flame, irradiation and statistical electricity resistant protective fabrics for use in the manufacture of garments
50.
FLAME RESISTANT FINISHED FABRICS EXHIBITING WATER REPELLENCY AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME
Fabrics that are exhibit water repellency, abrasion resistance, and optionally flame resistance are described herein. The fabrics include a plurality of fibers (such as flame resistant fibers) and a finish that imparts water repellency and abrasion resistance to the fibers. The fabrics are free or substantially free from alkylfluoropolymers. Also described herein are garments including the fabrics.
D06M 15/227 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated
D06M 15/263 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of unsaturated carboxylic acidsSalts or esters thereof
D06M 15/564 - Polyureas, polyurethanes or other polymers having ureide or urethane linksPrecondensation products forming them
D06M 15/643 - Macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds containing silicon in the main chain
51.
Flame resistant finished fabrics exhibiting water repellency and methods for making the same
Fabrics that are exhibit water repellency, abrasion resistance, and optionally flame resistance are described herein. The fabrics include a plurality of fibers (such as flame resistant fibers) and a finish that imparts water repellency and abrasion resistance to the fibers. The fabrics are free or substantially free from alkylfluoropolymers. Also described herein are garments including the fabrics.
D06M 15/227 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated
D06M 15/643 - Macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds containing silicon in the main chain
D06M 13/322 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with non-macromolecular organic compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment with compounds containing nitrogen
D06M 101/30 - Synthetic polymers consisting of macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
A41D 31/10 - Impermeable to liquids, e.g. waterproofLiquid-repellent
D06M 15/564 - Polyureas, polyurethanes or other polymers having ureide or urethane linksPrecondensation products forming them
D06N 3/04 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof with macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
Embodiments of the present invention relate to flame resistant fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibers that provide the requisite thermal and arc protection, that have improved comfort, and that, in some embodiments, are less expensive than other fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibers. Improved comfort and lower cost can be achieved by predominantly locating the inherently flame resistant fibers on the front face of the fabric to impart the requisite thermal and arc protection and predominantly locating the more comfortable (and less expensive) fibers on the back face of the fabric positioned next to the wearer. In this way, overall protection of the fabric is maintained while improving comfort. Some embodiments of such fabrics may also achieve NFPA 70E PPE Category 2 protection.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
Embodiments of the present invention relate to flame resistant fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibres that provide the requisite thermal and arc protection, that have improved comfort, and that, in some embodiments, are less expensive than other fabrics formed with inherently flame resistant fibres. Improved comfort and lower cost can be achieved by predominantly locating the inherently flame resistant fibres such as modacrylic and a ram id on the front face of the fabric to impart the requisite thermal and arc protection and predominantly locating the more comfortable (and less expensive) fibres such as cellulose on the back face of the fabric positioned next to the wearer. In this way, overall protection of the fabric is maintained while improving comfort. Some embodiments of such fabrics may also achieve NFPA 70E PPE Category 2 protection.
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
54.
FLAME RESISTANT FABRICS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST MOLTEN METAL SPLASH
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D03D 15/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used
56.
Flame Resistant Fabrics Having Improved Resistance to Surface Abrasion or Pilling and Methods for Making Them
Flame resistant fabrics and garments that have improved resistance to pilling and/or abrasion are disclosed. The fabrics, the fibers or yarns that make up the fabrics, or garments made from the fabrics are treated with a finish composition that is applied to the fibers, yarns, fabrics, or garments and then cured. The finish composition increases the resistance to pilling and/or abrasion of the fibers, yarns, fabrics, or garments. The finish composition includes a polymeric abrasion resistance aid, an alkylfluoropolymer, a polyethylene, and a wetting agent.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D06M 15/576 - Polyureas, polyurethanes or other polymers having ureide or urethane linksPrecondensation products forming them containing fluorine
D06M 15/277 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of unsaturated carboxylic acidsSalts or esters thereof containing fluorine
D06M 15/227 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated
D06M 13/419 - Amides having nitrogen atoms of amide groups substituted by hydroxyalkyl or by etherified or esterified hydroxyalkyl groups
57.
Flame resistant fabrics having fibers containing energy absorbing and/or reflecting additives
Embodiments of the invention relate to flame resistant fabrics containing fibers having at least one energy absorbing and/or reflecting additive incorporated into the fibers. Inclusion of such fibers into the fabric increases the arc rating/fabric weight ratio of the fabric while still complying with all requisite thermal protective requirements.
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
D01F 6/60 - Monocomponent man-made filaments or the like of synthetic polymersManufacture thereof from homopolycondensation products from polyamides
D02G 3/04 - Blended or other yarns or threads containing components made from different materials
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
Flame resistant fabrics are formed by warp and fill yarns having different fiber contents. The fabrics are constructed, for example, by selection of a suitable weaving pattern, such that the body side of the fabric and the face side of the fabric have different properties. The fabrics described herein can be printable and dyeable on both sides of the fabric and are suitable for use in military and industrial garments. Methods of forming flame resistant fabrics, and methods for forming garments from the fabrics, are also described.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
D03D 41/00 - Looms not otherwise provided for, e.g. for weaving chenille yarnDetails peculiar to these looms
D03D 15/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used
59.
Flame resistant fabrics having fibers containing energy absorbing and/or reflecting additives
Embodiments of the invention relate to flame resistant fabrics containing fibers having at least one energy absorbing and/or reflecting additive incorporated into the fibers. Inclusion of such fibers into the fabric increases the arc rating/fabric weight ratio of the fabric while still complying with all requisite thermal protective requirements.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D01F 6/60 - Monocomponent man-made filaments or the like of synthetic polymersManufacture thereof from homopolycondensation products from polyamides
D02G 3/04 - Blended or other yarns or threads containing components made from different materials
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
Embodiments of the invention relate to flame resistant fabrics containing fibers having at least one energy absorbing and/or reflecting additive incorporated into the fibers. Inclusion of such fibers into the fabric increases the arc rating/fabric weight ratio of the fabric while still complying with all requisite thermal protective requirements.
Embodiments of the present invention replace relatively bulky nonwoven thermal insulating materials used in thermal liners with thin, lightweight, flexible films that maintain or improve TPP performance while reducing the thickness, and enhancing the flexibility, of the thermal liner so as to increase wearer comfort. Moreover, the films incorporated into the thermal liners can be both air and vapor permeable such that the TPP performance is not realized at the expense of THL performance. Rather, the THL performance of garments incorporating embodiments of thermal liners contemplated herein is comparable to—if not improved over—garments formed with traditional thermal liners.
B32B 3/24 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by an apertured layer, e.g. of expanded metal
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
B32B 7/09 - Interconnection of layers by mechanical means by stitching, needling or sewing
B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
B32B 5/06 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments characterised by a fibrous layer needled to another layer, e.g. of fibres, of paper
A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
B32B 3/26 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
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IMPROVED FLAME RESISTANT THERMAL LINERS AND GARMENTS MADE WITH SAME
Embodiments of the present invention replace relatively bulky nonwoven thermal insulating materials used in thermal liners with thin, lightweight, flexible films that maintain or improve TPP performance while reducing the thickness, and enhancing the flexibility, of the thermal liner so as to increase wearer comfort. Moreover, the films incorporated into the thermal liners can be both air and vapor permeable such that the TPP performance is not realized at the expense of THL performance. Rather, the THL performance of garments incorporating embodiments of thermal liners contemplated herein is comparable to - if not improved over - garments formed with traditional thermal liners.
Flame resistant fabrics that have incorporated into them high tenacity long staple yarns formed of long staple fibers. Such high tenacity long staple yarns are less expensive than continuous filament yarns and increase the strength of fabrics that incorporate them as compared to fabrics formed of only spun yarns formed of short staple fibers.
D03D 15/513 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used characterised by the properties of the yarns or threads heat-resistant or fireproof
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
64.
Flame resistant fabrics having cellulosic filament yarns
Flame resistant fabrics that have incorporated into them cellulosic filament yarns. The cellulosic filament yarns may be flame resistant (either inherently FR or treated so as to be FR) or non-flame resistant. Fabrics according to some embodiments are formed entirely of cellulosic filament yarns. However, fabrics according to some embodiments include additional yarns to ensure that the fabric complies with NFPA 1971 and/or 2112.
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
A41D 31/00 - Materials specially adapted for outerwear
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D04B 1/16 - Other fabrics or articles characterised primarily by the use of particular thread materials synthetic threads
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D02G 3/02 - Yarns or threads characterised by the material or by the materials from which they are made
Flame resistant fabrics comprising a blend of modacrylic, aliphatic polyamide, and cellulosic fibers. Some embodiments are printed and/or dyed with vat dyes so as to comply with the color requirements (including the color, colorfastness, and IR requirements) set forth in the relevant sections of GL-PD-07-12 and/or MIL-PRF-EFRCE. Some embodiments further include reinforcing yarns that improve the strength of the fabrics. Still other embodiments are flame resistant fabrics for use in electrical applications that comply with some or all of the requirements of ASTM F 1506.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
Heat, flame and fire resistant fabric for use in the manufacture of protective clothing; fabrics with heat, flame and fire resistant properties for use in the manufacture of protective clothing
67.
Flame resistant fabric with anisotropic properties
Flame resistant fabrics are formed by warp and fill yarns having different fiber contents. The fabrics are constructed, for example, by selection of a suitable weaving pattern, such that the body side of the fabric and the face side of the fabric have different properties. The fabrics described herein can be printable and dyeable on both sides of the fabric and are suitable for use in military and industrial garments. Methods of forming flame resistant fabrics, and methods for forming garments from the fabrics, are also described.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 41/00 - Looms not otherwise provided for, e.g. for weaving chenille yarnDetails peculiar to these looms
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
A41D 31/00 - Materials specially adapted for outerwear
68.
FLAME RESISTANT FABRICS HAVING CELLULOSIC FILAMENT YARNS
Flame resistant fabrics that have incorporated into them cellulosic filament yarns. The cellulosic filament yarns may be flame resistant (either inherently FR or treated so as to be FR) or non-flame resistant. Fabrics according to some embodiments are formed entirely of cellulosic filament yarns. However, fabrics according to some embodiments include additional yarns to ensure that the fabric complies with NFPA 1971 and/or 2112.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D02G 3/04 - Blended or other yarns or threads containing components made from different materials
D04B 1/16 - Other fabrics or articles characterised primarily by the use of particular thread materials synthetic threads
69.
FLAME RESISTANT FABRIC HAVING HIGH TENACITY LONG STAPLE YARNS
Flame resistant fabrics that have incorporated into them high tenacity long staple yarns. Such high tenacity long staple yarns are less expensive than continuous filament yarns and increase the strength fabrics that incorporate them as compared to fabrics formed of only spun yarns.
D03D 15/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
A flame resistant fabric includes first yarns including inherently flame resistant fibers and second yarns including wool fibers. The fabric may satisfy one or more performance standards set forth in ASTM F 1506-02, NFPA 2112 and NFPA 70E. The fabric may be a knit or woven fabric, such as a plush or terry knit construction, and one or both sides of the fabric may be napped to form a fleece fabric. The second yarns may include wool and modacrylic fibers, or wool fibers and other inherently flame resistant fibers. The first yarns or second yarns may include sufficient inherently flame resistant fibers such that the fabric has a char length of no more than 4 inches and an afterflame of no more than 2 seconds when tested in accordance with ASTM D6413. The fabric may exhibit a thermal shrinkage of no more than 10% when tested in accordance with NFPA 2112.
D04B 1/04 - Pile fabrics or articles having similar surface features characterised by thread material
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
A flame resistant fabric includes first yarns including inherently flame resistant fibers and second yarns including wool fibers. The fabric may satisfy one or more performance standards set forth in ASTM F 1506-02, NFPA 2112 and NFPA 70E. The fabric may be a knit or woven fabric, such as a plush or terry knit construction, and one or both sides of the fabric may be napped to form a fleece fabric. The second yarns may include wool and modacrylic fibers, or wool fibers and other inherently flame resistant fibers. The first yarns or second yarns may include sufficient inherently flame resistant fibers such that the fabric has a char length of no more than 4 inches and an afterflame of no more than 2 seconds when tested in accordance with ASTM D6413. The fabric may exhibit a thermal shrinkage of no more than 10% when tested in accordance with NFPA 2112.
Flame resistant fabrics are formed by warp and fill yarns having different fiber contents. The fabrics are constructed, for example, by selection of a suitable weaving pattern, such that the body side of the fabric and the face side of the fabric have different properties. The fabrics described herein can be printable and dyeable on both sides of the fabric and are suitable for use in military and industrial garments. Methods of forming flame resistant fabrics, and methods for forming garments from the fabrics, are also described.
A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
D03D 41/00 - Looms not otherwise provided for, e.g. for weaving chenille yarnDetails peculiar to these looms
A41D 31/00 - Materials specially adapted for outerwear
73.
FABRIC CONTAINING AN INTIMATE BLEND OF ANTISTATIC FIBERS ARRANGED IN A PATTERN
A fabric includes base yarns and antistatic spun yarns located in discrete portions of the fabric such that the fabric dissipates static electricity by way of an inductive field and complies with one or more standards for static dissipation in fabric. The antistatic spun yarns may include inductive antistatic staple fibers, and may include less than 20% antistatic fiber. The fabric may be a woven fabric with the antistatic spun yarns inserted into the fabric in both the warp and filling directions in a ratio of antistatic spun yarns to base yarns of from 1:1 to 1:40. The fabrics may be flame resistant and comply with one or more standards for flame resistant fabrics and/or may comply with one or more standards for high visibility apparel. The fabric may have a total antistatic fiber content of less than about 1%.
D04H 1/46 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties the fleeces or layers being consolidated by mechanical means, e.g. by rolling by needling or like operations to cause entanglement of fibres
74.
Fabric containing an intimate blend of antistatic fibers arranged in a pattern
A fabric includes base yarns and antistatic spun yarns located in discrete portions of the fabric such that the fabric dissipates static electricity by way of an inductive field and complies with one or more standards for static dissipation in fabric. The antistatic spun yarns may include inductive antistatic staple fibers, and may include less than 20% antistatic fiber. The fabric may be a woven fabric with the antistatic spun yarns inserted into the fabric in both the warp and filling directions in a ratio of antistatic spun yarns to base yarns of from 1:1 to 1:40. The fabrics may be flame resistant and comply with one or more standards for flame resistant fabrics and/or may comply with one or more standards for high visibility apparel. The fabric may have a total antistatic fiber content of less than about 1%.
D03D 15/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D02G 3/04 - Blended or other yarns or threads containing components made from different materials
D04B 1/14 - Other fabrics or articles characterised primarily by the use of particular thread materials
D03D 13/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the special disposition of the warp or weft threads, e.g. with curved weft threads, with discontinuous warp threads, with diagonal warp or weft
75.
Flame resistant fabrics and garments made from same
Unique blends of fibers that incorporate synthetic cellulosic fibers to render fabrics made with such blends more durable than fabrics made with natural cellulosic fibers such as cotton. While more durable than cotton, the synthetic cellulosic fibers used in the blends are still inexpensive and comfortable to the wearer. Thus, the benefits of cotton (affordability and comfort) are still attained while a drawback of cotton—low durability—is avoided. In one embodiment, the fiber blend includes FR modacrylic fibers and synthetic cellulosic fibers, preferably, but not necessarily non-FR lyocell fibers such as TENCEL™ and TENCEL A100™. Other fibers may be added to the blend, including, but not limited to, additional types of inherently FR fibers, anti-static fibers, anti-microbial fibers, stretch fibers, and/or high tenacity fibers. The fiber blends disclosed herein may be used to form various types of FR fabrics. Desired colors may be imparted in a variety of ways and with a variety of dyes to the fabrics disclosed herein. Fabrics having the fibers blends disclosed herein can be used to construct the entirety of, or various portions of, a variety of protective garments for protecting the wearer against electrical arc flash and flames, including, but not limited to, coveralls, jumpsuits, shirts, jackets, vests, and trousers.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
A41D 31/00 - Materials specially adapted for outerwear
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D04H 1/42 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties characterised by the use of certain kinds of fibres insofar as this use has no preponderant influence on the consolidation of the fleece
Fabrics having fiber blends and constructions engineered to enhance the ballistic protection as well as the comfort and/or dyeability/printability of such fabrics.
D04B 1/00 - Weft knitting processes for the production of fabrics or articles not dependent on the use of particular machinesFabrics or articles defined by such processes
D04B 7/00 - Flat-bed knitting machines with independently-movable needles
77.
Fabrics with ballistic protection and garments made from same
Fabrics having fiber blends and constructions engineered to enhance the ballistic protection as well as the comfort and/or dyeability/printability of such fabrics.
Flame resistant fabrics are formed by warp and fill yarns having different fiber contents. The fabrics are constructed, for example, by selection of a suitable weaving pattern, such that the body side of the fabric and the face side of the fabric have different properties. The fabrics described herein can be printable and dyeable on both sides of the fabric and are suitable for use in military and industrial garments. Methods of forming flame resistant fabrics, and methods for forming garments from the fabrics, are also described.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
A41D 13/00 - Professional, industrial or sporting protective garments, e.g. surgeons' gowns or garments protecting against blows or punches
79.
Flame resistant fabric with anisotropic properties
Flame resistant fabrics are formed by warp and fill yarns having different fiber contents. The fabrics are constructed, for example, by selection of a suitable weaving pattern, such that the body side of the fabric and the face side of the fabric have different properties. The fabrics described herein can be printable and dyeable on both sides of the fabric and are suitable for use in military and industrial garments. Methods of forming flame resistant fabrics, and methods for forming garments from the fabrics, are also described.
A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
D02G 3/44 - Yarns or threads characterised by the purpose for which they are designed
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
A41D 31/00 - Materials specially adapted for outerwear
80.
FLAME RESISTANT FABRIC WITH ANISOTROPIC PROPERTIES
Flame resistant fabrics are formed by warp and fill yarns having different fiber contents. The fabrics are constructed, for example, by selection of a suitable weaving pattern, such that the body side of the fabric and the face side of the fabric have different properties. The fabrics described herein can be printable and dyeable on both sides of the fabric and are suitable for use in military and industrial garments. Methods of forming flame resistant fabrics, and methods for forming garments from the fabrics, are also described.
D03D 15/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used
81.
FLAME RESISTANT FABRICS HAVING IMPROVED RESISTANCE TO SURFACE ABRASION OR PILLING AND METHODS FOR MAKING THEM
Flame resistant fabrics and garments that have improved resistance to pilling and/or abrasion are disclosed. The fabrics, the fibers or yarns that make up the fabrics, or garments made from the fabrics are treated with a finish composition that is applied to the fibers, yarns, fabrics, or garments and then cured. The finish composition increases the resistance to pilling and/or abrasion of the fibers, yarns, fabrics, or garments. The finish composition includes a polymeric abrasion resistance aid, an alkylfluoropolymer, a polyethylene, and a wetting agent.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
A41D 31/00 - Materials specially adapted for outerwear
D06M 15/00 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with macromolecular compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment
82.
Flame resistant fabrics having improved resistance to surface abrasion or pilling and methods for making them
Flame resistant fabrics and garments that have improved resistance to pilling and/or abrasion are disclosed. The fabrics, the fibers or yarns that make up the fabrics, or garments made from the fabrics are treated with a finish composition that is applied to the fibers, yarns, fabrics, or garments and then cured. The finish composition increases the resistance to pilling and/or abrasion of the fibers, yarns, fabrics, or garments. The finish composition includes a polymeric abrasion resistance aid, an alkylfluoropolymer, a polyethylene, and a wetting agent.
D03D 15/12 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material or construction of the yarn or other warp or weft elements used using heat-resistant or fireproof threads
D06M 13/419 - Amides having nitrogen atoms of amide groups substituted by hydroxyalkyl or by etherified or esterified hydroxyalkyl groups
D06M 15/227 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of hydrocarbons, or reaction products thereof, e.g. afterhalogenated or sulfochlorinated
D06M 15/277 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds of unsaturated carboxylic acidsSalts or esters thereof containing fluorine
Systems and methods for dyeing inherently flame resistant fibers, and particularly aramid fibers, without the use of accelerants or carriers. Fabrics made from aramid fibers or blends thereof are immersed in an aqueous dye bath that includes at least one dye and at least one acid component. The temperature of the dye bath is increased from room temperature to a suitable temperature (e.g., between approximately 285°F to 400°F) capable of rendering the aramid fibers less crystalline so that the fibers can accept the dye. In this way, suitable color yields may be obtained without the use of accelerants or carriers as have been required in the past.
D06P 1/653 - Nitrogen-free carboxylic acids or their salts
D06P 1/62 - General processes of dyeing or printing textiles or general processes of dyeing leather, furs or solid macromolecular substances in any form, classified according to the dyes, pigments or auxiliary substances employed using insoluble pigments or auxiliary substances, e.g. binders using compositions containing low-molecular-weight organic compounds with sulfate or sulfonate groups
84.
METHODS FOR PROVIDING CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL PROTECTION IN PROTECTIVE GARMENTS
Chemical and biological protective firefighter turnout gear garments are provided. The protective fabric includes at least one sorptive, reactive, or combined sorptive/reactive material capable of providing protection from at least one chemical or biological agent. The sorptive, reactive or sorptive/reactive material preferably can be recharged, regenerated or removed and replaced to allow for increased garment life. Embodiments of the fabric, garment, and methods for making the fabric and/or garment can provide in a protective garment a unique combination of sorptive/reactive capability, flame resistance, water vapor permeability, liquid impermeability, comfort and durability.
Flame resistant stretch fabrics made from aramid fibers and elastomeric fibers and methods and systems for dyeing such fabrics while significantly retaining the stretch properties of the fabrics. Such methods and systems include the use of certain dye carriers not conventionally used in the aramid dyeing process that enable the fabric to be dyed under normal aramid dyeing conditions without eliminating or significantly impacting the stretch properties of the fabric. Such suitable dye carriers for use in the process include, but are not limited to, benzyl alcohol, butyl benzoate, n-butyl phthalimide, isopropyl phthalimide, dimethyl phthalate, biphenyl, monochlorotoluene, and combinations thereof. Phthalimides, and more particularly blends of n-butyl phthalimide and isopropyl phthalimide, have proven particularly effective at dyeing the aramid fibers at high temperatures while retaining the elastomeric properties of the fabric. The dyed flame resistant stretch fabrics of this invention can be used to construct, among other things, the entirety or various portions of, a variety of protective garments for protecting the wearer against electrical arc flash and flames, including, but not limited to, coveralls, jumpsuits, shirts, jackets, vests, and trousers.
D06P 1/00 - General processes of dyeing or printing textiles or general processes of dyeing leather, furs or solid macromolecular substances in any form, classified according to the dyes, pigments or auxiliary substances employed
Insect repellant fabrics which also have flame retardant properties are disclosed. The fabrics have insect repellant molecules absorbed in the fibers of the fabrics. The fabrics retain their insect repellant and flame retardant properties after laundering. The fabrics are suitable for use in clothing and, more particularly, are suitable for use in protective garments designed to be worn by individuals, such as industrial workers, military and rescue personnel, and firefighters, who may be at risk of exposure to both fire and disease carrying insects. The insect repellant molecules may be incorporated into the fabrics in a variety of ways including, but not limited to, immersing the fibers or fabrics in a bath containing an insect repellant and heating the bath.
A01N 37/22 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group —CO—N, e.g. carboxylic acid amides or imidesThio-analogues thereof the nitrogen atom being directly attached to an aromatic ring system, e.g. anilides
A01N 53/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing cyclopropane carboxylic acids or derivatives thereof
Flame resistant fabrics having antimicrobial properties that combat odor and/or resist hazardous microorganisms. The fabrics are particularly suitable for use in clothing and more particularly in protective garments designed to be worn by individuals, such as military personnel and emergency rescue personnel, at risk of exposure to fire and extreme temperatures as well as hazardous substances. The fabrics may be formed in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, incorporating antimicrobial fibers into the flame resistant fabric yarn or by treating the pre-formed flame resistant yarn or fabric with antimicrobial agents in a dyeing or finishing process.
D06M 11/83 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with metalsTreating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with metal-generating compounds, e.g. metal carbonylsReduction of metal compounds on textiles
D06M 13/08 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with non-macromolecular organic compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment with halogenated hydrocarbons
D06M 13/152 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with non-macromolecular organic compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment with compounds containing oxygen having a hydroxy group bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring
D06M 13/156 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with non-macromolecular organic compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment with compounds containing oxygen having a hydroxy group bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring containing halogen atoms
D06M 15/643 - Macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds containing silicon in the main chain
D06M 16/00 - Biochemical treatment of fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, e.g. enzymatic
A41D 31/00 - Materials specially adapted for outerwear
A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
88.
FLAME RESISTANT FABRICS AND GARMENTS MADE FROM SAME
Unique blends of fibers that incorporate synthetic cellulosic fibers to render fabrics made with such blends more durable than fabrics made with natural cellulosic fibers such as cotton. While more durable than cotton, the synthetic cellulosic fibers used in the blends are still inexpensive and comfortable to the wearer. Thus, the benefits of cotton (affordability and comfort) are still attained while a drawback of cotton - low durability - is avoided. In one embodiment, the fiber blend includes FR modacrylic fibers and synthetic cellulosic fibers, preferably, but not necessarily non-FR lyocell fibers such as TENCEL慂 and TENCEL A100慂. Other fibers may be added to the blend, including, but not limited to, additional types of inherently FR fibers, anti-static fibers, anti-microbial fibers, stretch fibers, and/or high tenacity fibers. The fiber blends disclosed herein may be used to form various types of FR fabrics. Desired colors may be imparted in a variety of ways and with a variety of dyes to the fabrics disclosed herein. Fabrics having the fibers blends disclosed herein can be used to construct the entirety of, or various portions of, a variety of protective garments for protecting the wearer against electrical arc flash and flames, including, but not limited to, coveralls, jumpsuits, shirts, jackets, vests, and trousers.
Embodiments of the invention can provide a protective fabric includes a plurality of inherently flame resistant fibers, and at least one ultraviolet-resistant additive incorporated into the inherently flame resistant fibers through a dye process using a carrier, wherein the ultraviolet-resistant additive significantly increases at least one of the strength retention and the colorfastness of the fabric when exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
D06P 1/64 - General processes of dyeing or printing textiles or general processes of dyeing leather, furs or solid macromolecular substances in any form, classified according to the dyes, pigments or auxiliary substances employed using insoluble pigments or auxiliary substances, e.g. binders using compositions containing low-molecular-weight organic compounds without sulfate or sulfonate groups
D06P 1/653 - Nitrogen-free carboxylic acids or their salts
D06M 13/00 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials with non-macromolecular organic compoundsSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment
90.
Ultraviolet-resistant fabrics and methods for making them
Embodiments of the invention can provide a protective fabric includes a plurality of inherently flame resistant fibers, and at least one ultraviolet-resistant additive incorporated into the inherently flame resistant fibers through a dye process using a carrier, wherein the ultraviolet-resistant additive significantly increases at least one of the strength retention and the colorfastness of the fabric when exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
Embodiments of the invention can provide a protective fabric includes a plurality of inherently flame resistant fibers, and at least one ultraviolet-resistant additive incorporated into the inherently flame resistant fibers through a dye process using a carrier, wherein the ultraviolet-resistant additive significantly increases at least one of the strength retention and the colorfastness of the fabric when exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
A thermally protective fabric includes a composition of inherently flame resistant fibers, and interstices having insulating pockets of air, wherein at least some of the air is incorporated into the interstices through a mechanical working process.
A thermally protective fabric (22) includes a composition of inherently flame resistant fibers, and interstices having insulating pockets of air, wherein at least some of the air is incorporated into the interstices through a mechanical working process.
D06B 3/26 - Passing of textile materials through liquids, gases, or vapours to effect treatment, e.g. washing, dyeing, bleaching, sizing, impregnating of fabrics in roped form in superimposed, i.e. stack-packed, form
Aramid and aramid-blend fabrics are dyed or flame-retardant treated or both dyed and flame-retardant treated using conventional heat dyeing equipment. Amides capable of swelling the aramid fibers at least 1.5% and preferably having 7 to 14 carbon atoms are used as diffusion-promoting agents for dyes, flame retardant agents or both. Odor-free, flame resistant, colored or colored and highly-flame resistant products result.
