Hands Are Precious. Guard Them with the Ultimate Protection

The hands of a firefighter constitute the main equipment on the fireground: they move the hose line, forceful entrance equipment, seek life in the rubble, and first aid. However, these hands that fulfill the mission are also the hands to which the greatest amount of threats and the most complex threats are shown, flames, intense heat, sharp objects, and chemicals.

A superior firefighting glove should be much more than a glove that is fire resistant. It should be an advanced mechanism that incorporates the ultimate protection, the agile work and long-lasting stability. The ATI-FIRE ATI-RG-01 Firefighter Glove has been specifically designed to address this challenge in composite and it is strictly constructed to conform to the EN 659 which is the most advanced structural firefighting glove in the entire of Europe.

Dimension 1: The Multi-Threat Shield - All inclusive Protection

There can never be just one type of protection in a fire glove. The ATI-RG-01 is made of a four-layer composite material, which results in a zoned, functional defensive system of hands.

Level 1: Direct Contact Defense (Palm)

• Material: High quality 2 nd layer cow hide. Leather gets hard instead of melting in heat and offers a steady first contact surface which is highly abrasion resistant, tear resistant, and can withstand punctures to sharp objects.

• Performance: Special tan and treatment to increase the durability level and be ready to resist the rough surfaces and mechanical damages makes it the perfect choice to use.

2nd layer: Core Thermal/Comfort Barrier.

• Construction Inner lining: It uses a permanently flame-retardant layer of aramid. This is not just mere insulation but the loft will provide a kind of air gap which will help delay the transfer of heat to the skin considerably.

• Critical Safety: The materials undergo rigorous flame resistance, so that there is none of afterflame or melt-drip after subject exposure to flame, so the risk of secondary injury is reduced.

• EN 659 Performance Ratings: The "invisible" Third Dimension.

The ATI-RG-01 scores well at Level 3 in most important mechanical performance tests in EN 659 and therefore means:

• Abrasion Resistance (Level 3): The palm resistance of the palm to over 5,000 cycles on the Martindale tester is many times greater than the minimum requirements.

• Cut Resistance (Level 3): Has resistance against lacerations caused by sharp edges.

• Tear Resistance (Level 3): The material is very strong in respect of spreading tears.

• Puncture Resistance (Level 3): Practically resists puncture attacks by sharp objects.

Dimension 2: Uncompromising Dexterity to the mission

Any protection which obstructs movement would in itself be dangerous. The critical balance between our design and safety as well as agility is achieved.

• Ergonomic Pre-Curved Design: The glove is built with a 3D, hand-at-rest, to reduce the volume of the material that folds as well as restricts the motions during the gripping actions.

• Strategic Flexibility of Joints: The knuckle and thumb crotch are pads which are composed of less rigid materials or special stitching to allow the joint to swing freely during tool use.

• Precise Sizing System: The sizes are between M and XL (according to detailed palm width and length charts), such that it is a second-skin, which does not become fatigued and which does not lose the sense of touch.

Dimension 3: The Specifics that make Durability and Safety

• The professionalism aspect is its attention to details which are important and often overlooked.

• Extended FR aramid Cuff: FR Extended aramid cuff is necessary to provide the required overlap of the turnout coat sleeve to exclude flames, hot liquid or chemicals in the wrist.

• Strengthened Construction: The whole stitching is of high strength flame-resistant thread. Bar-tack fixing the strength of high-stress areas (thumb crotch, fingertips) are also applied in the extreme use.

• Clear Compliance Marking: Complies with the title of internal or external labeling of the evidently the CE mark, EN 659, and size to simplify the management of the inventory and inspection.

Dimension 4: Beyond a Spec Sheet Guide

New partners are there everywhere in the market, and so how do you get one that can be completely relied on in your team? These are the four basic questions to be posed:

1. Is Specific and Professional Certification?

Ensure that the glove has the mark clearly of compliance with EN 659:2003+A1:2008. This is the standard specially on structural firefighting gloves in Europe that is far more rigid than the general industrial standards.

2. 2Are there transparency of Performance Ratings?

Inquire specific performance rates (e.g. abrasion, cut levels). High performance manifested by the ATI-RG-01 is in the form of the Level 3 ratings which are comprehensive under the ATI-RG-01.

3. Material Inherent FR or Treated?

Putting out the flame-resistant quality of our FR aramid lining may also be inherent to other substances that offer permanent and steady protection that may not be washed away or dissipated with the course of time.

4. Is Design Balance Protection and Task?

Check the pliability of the glove, touch, and other characteristics like cuff to ensure that it would suit the actual situation of the crew.

Conclusion: Built on Understanding Every Task Trust

It is our knowledge at ATI-FIRE that a glove worth trusting to has to be able to grasp all the weight that is under his hands and all the dangers that a firefighter puts his hands into. The ATI-RG-01 is not merely a PPE, but rather the distillation of the material science, ergonomics, and frontline feedback of our engineering team. Our unswerving devotion to the hands of heroes.

We think that the best equipment is one that the firefighters never think of its existence during a crisis but, at all times, know that it is silently and steadfastly protecting them.

Considering hand protection in your team of next generation?

Apply to ATI-RG-01 Detailed Technical Specification and EN 659 Certification. Our safety equipment experts are willing to offer professional assistance in selection.

We would be happy to talk with our professionals and explain how to protect the hands of firefighters and the correct firefighting gear that fits your fire department, please call +86 13735068650 or email export department at ati-fire.com.