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Milliken's Commitment to Fire Service Fabrics
Answering the Call for a Non-PFAS System
Milliken is the first and only U.S.-based manufacturer to offer a non-PFAS fabric for every layer of a firefighter’s turnout gear. Specify Milliken fabrics now to provide firefighters the same levels of comfort, safety, durability and performance they depend on, without the chemicals they don't.
Innovative Solutions for First Responders
Milliken offers a range of fabrics that address the unique needs of firefighters, whether responding to structural fires, engaging in technical rescues, or navigating wildland environments. Our applications include:
Structural Firefighting Fabrics
Engineered for extreme heat and durability.
Station Wear Fabrics
Designed for comfort during daily operations.
Wildland Firefighting Fabrics
Lightweight and breathable for rugged terrains.
Technical Rescue Fabrics
Optimized for multi-functional flexibility in rescue missions.
Emergency Response FR Fabrics
Created for rapid, adaptable protection in high-pressure scenarios.
FR FABRICS BY MILLIKEN: SAFE, COOL, AND COMFORTABLE
Milliken, with its rich history of FR expertise and innovation dating back to World War II, partners with fire service garment manufacturers to supply fabrics for structural turnout gear, station wear, wildland, technical rescue, and EMS. With the launch of Assure™, Milliken is the first U.S. textile manufacturer to offer a complete three-layer system (outer shells, moisture barriers, and thermal liners) using non-PFAS materials.
The Stories That Matter
How PFAS Firefighter Gear Regulations Impact Turnout Gear
In recent years, PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) has made its way onto spec sheets and its impact on the health and wellbeing of the fire service industry is being studied closely. As the debate over PFAS in firefighting gear heats up, the urgency to find alternatives grows, putting the spotlight on the safety of our heroes on the front lines.
Simplify Your Turnout Gear Selection with This Firefighter PPE Checklist
Whether you're new to your department’s safety committee or are serving as the sole decision maker for your department’s turnout gear, you hold the important responsibility of selecting gear that could make the difference when the alarm sounds and the unexpected happens.
Halogenated Flame-Resistant (FR) Materials: What Firefighters Need to Know
In firefighting, we often talk about 'FR' (Flame Resistant) fabric and the need for gear made with these materials. While outer shell and thermal liner fabrics get their FR properties from the aramid fibers they're made with, the moisture barrier membrane of turnout gear requires a different approach.
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Explore Our Additional Flame Resistant Fabric Solutions
Government and Defense
Specializing in advanced military textiles and fabrics, we focus on delivering protection and comfort for defense personnel.
Electrical
Westex®: A Milliken Brand specializes in producing flame-resistant and arc-rated (FR/AR) fabrics that provide critical protection for professionals in the electrical industry.
Bedding and Mattress
We offer innovative mattress solutions, including fire-resistant barriers and moisture-wicking fabrics, designed to enhance comfort and safety in the bedding and mattress industry.
Oil and Gas
Westex®: A Milliken Brand provides flame-resistant and arc-rated (FR/AR) fabrics that deliver essential protection for professionals in the oil and gas industry.
Building and Construction
Offering flame-resistant reinforcements and advanced fabric solutions, Milliken supports safety and performance in the building and construction industry
Industrial and Technical
Milliken's technical textiles division offers flame-resistant engineered fabrics and reinforcements tailored for the industrial and technical fabric sectors, enhancing safety and performance across various applications.