FAQ
Personal Protective Equipment (or safety gear) is developed to meet specialised applications and offer optimum protection.
ProChoice Safety Gear must pass stringent testing procedures in house and where applicable meet Australian Safety Standards. This means our range has been developed for particular applications.
To assist in choosing the correct safety gear for a job we have put together some Frequently Asked Question's about each of our product categories. Product knowledge is important. If you have any particular questions, please contact us at enquiries@prochoice.com.au
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Welding Gear
What is Pyrovatex®?
Pyrovatex® is one of the world’s leading flame retardant finishes on 100% cotton fabrics and is considered superior to other flame inhibitors. It is developed by Ciba Specialty Chemicals, a world leader in chemical research and product development, which guarantees flame retardancy for the life of the garment.
Pyrovatex® treated cotton shrinks very little when exposed to heat and flames, ensuring minimum exposure of the skin to hazardous conditions. Treated cotton does not melt in the presence of heat and affords high thermal protection where heat is an added danger. Cotton garments finished with Pyrovatex® flame retardants remain comfortable to wear. Pyromate is ProChoice's range of protective welding gear that use Pyrovatex®.
Who would use Pyromate?
Pyromate is designed for welders to protect them from radiation, heat, impact from flying sparks, metal splatter, slag chips produced during welding, brazing, soldering and cutting. Pyrovatex® fabric will not ignite, melt, drip or expose the skin of the wearer.
It is perfectly suited to the oil, mining, chemical, welding and metal, and electrical industries, the armed forces and police, technical support institutions and fire brigades.
Most importantly, Pyromate products are made from light and comfortable cotton making it ideal for hot Australian conditions.
