Most people that are producers and purchasers of FR clothing are aware of the supply problems facing the industry. What is causing the global Cotton supply problems? There are several reasons: Floods in Pakistan Restrictions on exports by India Average yields from US and other countries Unprecedented demand from China
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Will there be enough Cotton in 2011? UPDATED
Posted: 12th January 2011 by Riverguy in FR clothing problemsTags: Cotton, Cotton Shortage, Flame Resistant
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Logo Options for Arc Rated Garments
Posted: 15th May 2010 by Riverguy in FR clothing problemsTags: embroidery, flame, lineman, logo, nomex
One of the most common questions in the FR industry is whether or not company logos should be FR. There are many options for putting logos on garments. Let’s discuss them.
FR Clothing Repairs. Practical Advice.
Posted: 5th May 2010 by Riverguy in Arc Rated, Electric Arc, Flame Resistant, FR clothing problemsTags: Flame Resistant Clothing Repair
Basic tips for repairing FR clothing.
Bug Spray – Should Linemen use it?
Posted: 30th April 2010 by Riverguy in Flame Resistant, FR clothing problemsTags: bug spray, deet, lineman, Linemen
Permethrin VS Deet: Which one should Linemen use? Riverside does not claim to be an expert in this field, but here is what we think:
Riverside is making DRIFIRE T-Shirts!
Posted: 11th August 2010 by Riverguy in Arc Rated, Electric Arc, Flame Resistant, New FR Garments, T-Shirt IgnitionTags: DRIFIRE, FR, lineman, T-Shirt
Riverside is proud to be the first USA manufacturer to produce and market DRIFIRE Tubular knit T-Shirts WITH A POCKET! A Perfect Match DRIFIRE is a leader in fabric innovation and has many unique products and fabrics. Riverside is also recognized for having top quality sewing, R&D and desig n capabilities. This combination will bring new garments [...]
Does a 100% cotton undershirt add to the calorie rating of FR shirts?
Posted: 5th August 2010 by Riverguy in Arc Rated, Electric Arc, T-Shirt IgnitionTags: Cotton, Flame Resistant, HRC 2, NFPA 70E
The regulations are fuzzy, but the reality is not. Cotton undershirts can increase the protective capabilities of most FR shirts in many situations. However, there are many reasons why we do not recommend them.