UNION CITY, Ga. — November 14, 2011 — TenCate Protective Fabrics in Canada is providing flame resistant (FR) fabric for two successful tenders in the Canadian military market. The first tender is to manufacture garments for the Canadian Air Force, made with FR fabric from the TenCate Brigade® portfolio. The second tender was awarded to TenCate Protective Fabrics directly and involves the use of TenCate Campshield™ FR tent fabrics.

The garment for the Advance Combat Ensemble (ACE) used by the Canadian Air Force will be manufactured by Peerless Garments of Winnipeg (Manitoba, Canada). TenCate Protective Fabrics will supply Nomex® based 7.5 ounce TenCate Brigade® FR fabric in three colors for the manufacture of these garments. The combination of the technical textile expertise of TenCate and the reputation for design quality of Peerless Garments will ensure the best protection and durability in these new garments for the Canadian Air Force.

Flame resistant tent fabric
Public Works & Public Services Canada issued a contract directly to TenCate Protective Fabrics to supply TenCate Campshield™ FR liner fabric made with Nomex® for use in the tents for all Canadian Defence Forces.

Continued commitment to highest standards
TenCate Protective Fabrics in Canada and its supply chain partners are committed to the highest standards of quality, protection, durability and comfort in all the fabrics TenCate manufactures. TenCate is pleased to have the opportunity to supply FR fabrics for these two new and exciting tenders and to continue to grow in the North American market.

Posted on November 22, 2011

Source: TenCate Protective Fabrics