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2. Fire proximity suit - Wikipedia

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   A fire proximity suit (also, silvers, silver bunker suit, or asbestos suit) is a suit designed to protect a firefighter or volcanologist from extremely high temperatures. They were first designed and used in the 1930s. Originally made of asbestos fabric, current models use vacuum-deposited aluminized materials.

3. Chemical protective clothing - Wikipedia

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   Chemical-resistant gloves can be made of different kinds of rubber or plastics. These materials can be laminated or blended to create a better performance. Thicker gloves improve the protection but may be clumsier to use, which can reduce safety. [5] Examples of chemical-resistant gloves:

4. Usage of personal protective equipment - Wikipedia

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   Gloves are available to protect against: Chemicals, contamination and infection (e.g. disposable latex/vinyl/nitrile gloves) Electricity, when voltage is too high; Extremes of temperature (e.g. oven gloves, welder's gloves) Mechanical hazards (e.g. rigger gloves, chainmail gloves)

5. Polybenzimidazole - Wikipedia

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   The high decomposition temperature and high stability at over 400 °C suggests a polymer with benzimidazole as the repeating unit may also show high heat stability. Polybenzimidazole and its aromatic derivatives can withstand temperatures in excess of about 500 °C (932 °F) without softening and degrading.

6. Cut-resistant gloves - Wikipedia

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   Metal mesh gloves are a form of chainmail, and are made of rings of stainless steel. They are typically used in food applications. Cut-and-sewn gloves can be made using a cut-resistant material or by using conventional materials with full or palm lining of cut-resistant materials. The materials are cut to shape and sewn into a glove.

7. The 15 Warmest Winter Gloves for Women, According to ... - AOL

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   Amazon. These bad boys have raked in nearly 38,000 five-star ratings, earning high praise for their quality and warmth. “I needed somewhat lightweight fall gloves that I can wear and navigate my ...