Embroidery Threads for Flame Resistant Uniforms

Wednesday 28th of March 2007 10:40:33 PM

When creating emblems and logos for flame resistant uniforms, shirts, pants, and other clothing that fire fighters, law enforcement, race care drivers, and others need to wear each day, embroiderers were at a disadvantage. Mediera, USA, LTD. has announced it will be manufacturing an embroidery thread that can be used on uniforms and other clothing that meets the flame-resistant standards that were created by individual industries.

Since logos and identification patches are needed by those who work in law enforcement, fire departments, and medical teams, making sure the embroidery is just as safe as the rest of the garment hasn’t always been easy. While there are fibres that are more flame resistant than others, they were still potentially dangerous. New threads that are flame resistant will enable embroiderers to make clothing that is safe to those who wear it while still identifying who they are.

The new thread, called fire fighter no. 40, can be used on embroidery machines without the fear of it getting stuck or failing to provide the stitching required. “The thread fills the [needle] hole in the garment, so it's totally covered,” said, Hijo Voeller, president of Madeira USA Ltd. The thread is made from Dupont’s Nomex fibres and can withstand temperatures of 572F. This is in compliance with many industry standards. Mediera will also be selling white bobbin thread made from the same fibres.

When taking on orders that require the use of flame resistant materials, embroiderers should make sure they are compliant with industry standards so the clothing will protect those who are wearing it fully. With new flame resistant threads, embroiders will now be able to offer completely flame resistant clothing.

(c)John Boyer, www.sxc.hu