NFPA Certified Aluminized Protection

An Advanced Aluminized Proximity Shell

Z-Flex® Silver™ is a revolutionary multilayer aluminized fabric system specifically engineered to provide superior radiant protection, insulation, and durability to front line Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) personnel.  It's now available from leading garment manufacturers including:

                                    
 

3D Mock-Knit Technology & PBI

Z-Flex® Silver combines our Multilayer Aluminization (MLA) technology with a patented 3D Mock-Knit™ high performance fabric featuring PBI flame resistant fibers. The 5-layer outer shell composite has been completely engineered to provide durable, comfortable and superior protection from high energy, radiant heat. By reflecting up to 95% of radiant heat, Z-Flex® Silver allows close flame proximity while reducing the rate of heat absorption that can lead to thermal fatigue.

Anatomy of Z-Flex Silver

Layer 1: Z-Flex® Aluminized Film

High purity aluminum particles reflect up to 95% of infrared radiant energy from heat, flames, and hot objects.

Layer 2: HT Film

A high temperature barrier film is used to significantly reduce conductive heat transfer though the multilayer system.

Layer 3: Z-Flex® Aluminized Film

A secondary layer of pure aluminum particles increases the effectiveness of the outer layer of Z-Flex while providing added radiant reflectivity and another layer of safety.

Layer 4: Proprietary Bonding System

An advanced thermo-set polymer system that delivers superior thermal performance over traditional rubber-based adhesives.

Layer 5: 3D Mock-Knit™ Fabric with PBI.

The Mock-Knit design is a patented, innovative weave structure that delivers the hand and comfort of a knit while providing the strength and insulation of a woven fabric. The multidimensional weave structure significantly enhances the bond of Z-Flex to the fabric, leading to improved field performance and durability.

Related Downloads

• Application Bulletin: Aluminized Personal Protective Apparel (PDF)
• Application Bulletin: Advancements in Aluminized Materials for Firefighting (PDF)
• Z-Flex Silver Aluminized Fabrics (PDF)
• ZFlexMLA (PDF)
• Newtex Performance Materials Product Guide (PDF)
• NFPA 1971:2013 Certificate