Portwest FR711 Polo Shirt: Inherent Flame Retardant Protection, Antistatic Properties, and ARC Safety

The FR711 is a high-level protective garment, specifically designed for industrial environments with a risk of ignition, explosion, or exposure to electric arcs. Made with the technical fabric Modaflame™ Knit, this polo integrates its flame resistance properties inherently into the fiber, ensuring constant protection that does not degrade with wear or industrial wash cycles. Its long-sleeve design maximizes skin coverage, providing an essential technical barrier for personnel operating in petrochemical plants, the electrical sector, and ATEX areas.

Technical Features and Operational Capabilities

• Inherent Flame Retardant and Antistatic Protection: The fiber composition (Modacrylic, Cotton, and Carbon Fiber) provides fireproof defense and electrostatic discharge properties (standard EN 1149-5). Being inherent, the user has the peace of mind that the garment will maintain its protective capabilities throughout its useful life.
• Electric ARC Engineering: Certified under IEC 61482-2, the FR711 acts as a shield against electric arcs. Its breathable knit construction allows the user to maintain thermal homeostasis, a critical factor in preventing heat stress during physically demanding workdays.
• Proven Thermal Resistance: Complies with standard EN ISO 11612 (Protection against heat and flame), ensuring that the fabric does not melt or drip upon accidental thermal exposure, thereby minimizing the severity of skin injuries.
• Environmental Protection (UPF 40+): In addition to industrial risks, the garment blocks 98% of UV radiation, allowing its safe use in outdoor operations.

Safety Warning and Limitations of Use

IMPORTANT: This garment must be used as part of a flame-retardant layering system. The use of synthetic underwear or base layers (polyester, nylon) under this garment is strictly prohibited, as non-flame-retardant fabrics can melt and cause severe burns under the protective garment. The use of this polo requires a Specific Risk Assessment to confirm that the garment's ATPV protection level is higher than the calculated incident energy for your work area.

Maintenance and Care Instructions

• Washing: Machine wash at a maximum temperature of 40°C. DO NOT use fabric softeners, starches, or bleaches. Fabric softeners leave a flammable chemical film on the fibers that nullifies the garment's flame-retardant properties.
• Drying: Air dry or tumble dry at low temperature. Do not expose to high temperatures that could alter the carbon fiber composition.
• Ironing: Iron at a low temperature (maximum 110°C).
• Inspection: Periodically inspect the integrity of the seams and verify that there are no previous burns or chemical exposure that may have degraded the fiber. In case of any structural damage, the garment must be immediately removed from service.