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Improved protection for rail workers

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A new and innovative range of multi-hazard protective workwear, designed to meet the needs of wearers in the rail sector, has been launched by Ballyclare.


The new ProTec category III ‘Life-Saving’ workwear range includes a comprehensive selection of arc protection, flame-retardant garments which offer protection against different hazards such as electrical arc flashes, static discharges, welding sparks, molten metal and many more.

All garments in the range are designed to combine maximum comfort with outstanding protection and durability for people working in dangerous, flammable or other high-risk environments. Already being supplied into the rail sector, ProTec offers trousers, jackets, coveralls, long sleeve polo shirts, sweatshirts
plus bib-and-brace garments.

Among the many impressive features found on these garments are funnel neck collars, chevron reflective strips and YKK® zips for maximum protection, elasticated waists and adjustable hook-and-loop cuffs for a perfect fit, plus utility pockets and triple needle stitching for maximum practicality and durability.

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