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<title>The do's and don'ts for customization of your PPE</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Fire departments pride themselves on their protective ensembles. While these ensembles are intended to primarily provide protection under hazardous and dirty circumstances, their appearance and state of repair are an important symbol for the communities that firefighters service. 

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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2010 16:27:06 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Steam burns and reflective trim</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Contributed by LionConnectsSteam or scald burns (especially the forearms) are almost a daily occurrence throughout the fire service. Sometimes, steam burns can even cause catastrophic damage when wet gear is exposed to fire ground heat for some period of time, and then compressed against the fire fighter&rsquo;s arm. Why?1. Fire ground temperatures. Fire fighters immerse themselves in radiant heat loads ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 May 2010 00:13:59 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>W.L. Gore introduces new two-layer moisture barrier</title>
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<description><![CDATA[By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product EditorMaryland-based W.L. Gore Associates had a pair of announcements at FDIC 2010. Their introduction of a new two-layer Crosstech moisture barrier, to complement their three-layer system, was followed by an announcement about new warranties on both products.New Two-layer Crosstech Barrier The new two-layer system was designed to retain the same breathability ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:54:32 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>How to Use Firefighter Protective Clothing Reinforcements</title>
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<description><![CDATA[It makes good sense that some parts of turnout clothing are thicker and include additional materials than other parts of the garments. The collective term for these additional materials and layers is reinforcement. Garment reinforcements are used for a variety of functions that include providing additional insulation to heat transfer, absorbing shock, and protecting primary clothing layers from abrasion and other forms of physical damage. All fire fighter protective clothing includes several types of reinforcements in their designs. Industry manufacturers offer a wide range of reinforcement materials, designs and placement. This article describes the most common make-up and use of reinforcements in turnout gear.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:35:16 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>PPE credited for saving Ariz. firefighter in mobile home fire</title>
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<description><![CDATA[A firefighter who ran into a mobile home to make sure all victims were evacuated suffered burns; PPE melted, charred and crystallized]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:59:25 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Leatherhead Tools Meld Quality American Materials with Expert Craftsmanship </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ROCKFORD, IL - In early 2007, Dasco Pro, Inc., a quality hand tool manufacturer since 1922 and one of the last remaining hand toolforging companies in the UnitedStates, turned their attention to the tools being used by fire and rescue personnel. After visiting several firehouses nearby in Rockford (IL) and consulting with area firefighters, they realized that there were many professional firefighters ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:49:45 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Obenauf's Leather Preservative Keeps Firefighting Boots in Great Shape</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Obenauf's LP was created when Marv Obenauf, an Idaho wildland firefighter, noticed his boots were not lasting as long as they had years ago. Curious, he conducted extensive research to determine why. With the help of several boot companies and leather tanneries, he discovered two reasons: caustic fire-retardant chemicals, mold, mildew and bacteria naturally attack leather; there's not much anyone can ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2006 17:37:42 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Phenix Technology Introduces the TL2 Leather Fire Helmet</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The TL2 is made from TOP GRADE Veg-Tanned leather with an exclusive filigree design to commemorate and never forget our fallen brothers and loved ones on 9/11/01. Weighing approximately 55 ounces, it is ergonomically correct and fits comfortably and lower on the head. The inside dome is made of injection molded thermo-plastic, designed for durability. The Impact Cap is closed cell foam (comparable ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2006 19:26:56 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>911 Rapid Response: Fire-Dex Fire Boot</title>
<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/fire-leather/clip/1217814-911-Rapid-Response-Fire-Dex-Fire-Boot/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[911 Rapid Response talks about the Fire-Dex Fire Boot ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:49:11 UTC</pubDate>

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