About FR/AR Stretch Fabrics

As the demand for comfortable flame-resistant and arc-rated (FR/AR) personal protective equipment (PPE) continues to grow, users expect their workwear to provide protection on the job while remaining comfortable in everyday life. Finding garments with stretch features has become a priority for many. In today's PPE market, comfort features like stretch are essential, but these must not come at the expense of safety. This is where the LEVITEX team rises to the challenge and continues to innovate. We are committed to integrating stretch into flame-resistant materials, ushering in a new era of more comfortable FR/AR protective gear.

Redefining Comfort

More comfortable PPE can significantly increase the likelihood of workers choosing the right gear for the job. While incorporating stretch into protective fabrics is not straightforward, we understand that any feature that enhances wearer comfort and safety is worth pursuing. From a fabric design perspective, knit FR fabrics naturally offer greater flexibility and stretch. However, many users prefer other options, so our research team is exploring how to incorporate stretch into woven FR fabrics.

The Drive for Innovation

In our pursuit of performance enhancements, we face the challenge of combining FR properties with other desirable features. This is where our team's passion truly shines. In developing new stretch products, we adhere to a rigorous process:

• Ensuring the continuous effectiveness of protective features like FR properties
• Evaluating stretch and recovery performance through standardized tests and user feedback
• Verifying process stability and repeatability through multiple production trials

Commitment to Safety

We always prioritize the protective performance of garments. These fundamental properties are non-negotiable and cannot be compromised for additional features. While stretch, odor control, and moisture-wicking characteristics are crucial for enhancing the wearing experience, the primary duty of all FR clothing is to ensure the wearer's safety.

Looking Ahead

Excellence in finished garments requires close collaboration across the supply chain. We proudly partner with others to bring the next generation of stretch fabrics to market, from developing fibers that support better stretch to designing more efficient production equipment. The current market demands more comfortable PPE, more efficient technologies, and faster production speeds, and LEVITEX is actively responding to these needs. We look forward to leading the way with our upcoming products.