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From goggles to boots and everything in between, wildland PPE offers increased protection.

DUAL-COMPLIANT PANT

Workrite

Workrite's Dual-Compliant Pant is UL-certified to NFPA 1975 Station Uniform Standard and 1977 Wildland Fire Fighting Standard. Made from 7.5 oz. Nomex IIIA, generous cut pant features two bellowed cargo pockets with eyelets, two front slash pockets, a cell phone pocket with hook and loop closure on right cargo pocket, and double-reinforced knees. In addition, hook and loop ankle straps are covered with Nomex to tighten around work boots. www.workrite.com

UVEX STEALTH READER GOGGLE

Uvex

Sperian Protection's flagship eyewear brand, Uvex, has launched the Stealth Reader goggle, the industry's first safety goggle with reading magnifiers. Available in five diopter strengths ranging from +1.0 to +3.0, the new goggle is ideal for workers who require not only increased magnification for close-up inspection or fine detail work but also the added protection of a goggle. The goggle is available in a clear lens with anti-fog coating, and its economical lens replacement system extends the life of the goggle. The goggle's low profile, wrap-around style delivers complete coverage and unobstructed vision on the job. Its wide, adjustable slide headband features pivoting clips for an easy-to-adjust fit for complete comfort, even with hard hats. Its high-quality, soft elastomer body conforms to facial contours for a secure, gap-free fit to provide optimum all-day protection. www.uvex.us

FIRE-DEX WILDLAND GEAR

Fire-Dex

Fire-Dex wildland gear provides the protection you need on the fire line. A full array of features provides placement for tools and additional items. Proven, quality fabrics maximize safety and comfort. The wildland pant and jacket come in standard and deluxe models with many customizable options and features. Fire-Dex wildland gear is compliant to the current edition of NFPA 1977. www.firedex.com

WHITE'S BOOTS HATHORN EXPLORER BOOT

Forestry Suppliers

Hathorn Explorer wildland boots are built to work as hard as you do. Features of these rugged firefighting boots include imported 5.5- to 6.5-ounce leather, 9-iron leather insoles, 9-iron Vibram rubber midsole, Vibram sole, leather shank, leather heel base and nylon laces. A complete selection of firefighting gear and equipment is available through the company's current catalog, which can be requested via its Web site. www.forestry-suppliers.com

ESS CROSSBOW EYE SHIELD

ESS Eye Pro

The ESS Crossbow is unlike any other ballistic eye shield. The ground-breaking ClearZone FlowCoat technology is engineered to eliminate fog inside and prevent scratches outside. ESS Tri-Tech Fit technology achieves a universal fit with maximum comfort and zero pressure points. The DedBolt Lens Lock System keeps lenses easy to swap, yet secure under impact. The 2.4mm polycarbonate high-impact lenses feature ESS optics for distortion-free optical precision. The new Crossbow 3LS configuration includes a black Crossbow frame with a clear lens, two spare lenses in smoke gray and high-def yellow, two microfiber pouches and a rugged zippered hard case. www.esseyepro.com/crossbow

CREWBOSS HICKORY SHIRT

CrewBoss

The hickory shirt has a long tradition of being an essential piece of apparel for those who work outdoors. While protecting the user from snags, debris and abrasion, the CrewBoss hickory-style brush shirt has been constructed not only with protection and durability in mind, but with comfort and the safety of flame-resistant fabric technology. The zipper design keeps embers and debris from entering through gaps between snaps or buttons while preventing the zipper from ever touching the skin. http://crewboss.westernshelter.com

WESCO FIRESTORMER BOOTS

West Coast Shoe Company

Firestormer boots boast more fire-resistant features than any other boot on the market. They are handcrafted from the toughest 7-ounce fire- and water-resistant leather available. Fire-resisting Vibram #100F lug soles and heavy-duty Kevlar stitching provide added durable protection, while sweat-resistant leather insoles and foam inserts offer cool relief for long hours on your feet. Standard features include rolled-leather top facing, full leather gusset, full leather counter-pocket, permanently formed Stytherm counter, full-leather vamp lined with leather, non-corrosive ribbed shank, full leather midsole and leather heel base. Options include 10- or 12-inch boot height, steel toes and Kevlar lining. www.westcoastshoe.com

LION TRI-CERTIFIED PANTS

Lion Apparel

Whether you're at the station, fighting wildland fires or performing technical rescue utility operations, Lion's Tri-Certified Pants have you covered. Certified to meet NFPA 1975, NFPA 1977 and NFPA 1951 standards, these battle-dress-uniform-style pants deliver full functionality on every run. Constructed of proven durable flash- and fire-resistant DuPont Nomex IIIA plain-weave fabric, the pants have reinforced seat and knees for added durability. Side adjusters at the waist offer a custom and always-comfortable fit. The semi-bellow pockets on each leg and rear-welt pockets have hook-and-loop flap closures for secure storage and easy access. www.lionapparel.com

CX WILDLAND VENT BRUSH SHIRT

Coaxsher, Wildland Warehouse

Innovation and workmanship are hallmarks of the CX Wildland Vent Brush Shirt from Coaxsher, distributed by WildlandWarehouse.com. Made with the patent-pending Xvent system, this brush shirt allows body heat to escape more easily through Nomex zipper close vent openings. Back shoulder gussets free up body movement; each gusset allows maximum body movement ranges when reaching, stretching and lifting. Each pocket is designed to meet capacity, access and personal item needs. Specially designed shoulder pockets create space for fire-retardant padding (sold separately) to be inserted for greater shoulder comfort. This feature is particularly useful for those who experience shoulder pain when carrying heavy packs and for sawyers. www.coaxsher.com, www.wildlandwarehouse.com

WILDFIRE SIERRA CLOTHING LINE

Wildfire Environmental Inc.

Wildfire Environmental Inc. offers its competitively priced Sierra brush clothing line. Conceived with the help of professional wildland firefighters, these brush clothing garments are tailor-made using only high-quality materials. The line is fully NFPA 1977-compliant and UL-certified, offering performance you can count on. www.wildfire-environmental.com


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