Heat and flames in the workplace

4 August 2025workwear

Heat in the workplace: why protective clothing in the metal industry must deliver top performance

12,000°C - this is no exaggeration, but a reality in metal processing. Whether in foundries, welding or heat treatment, the working conditions are extreme and place the highest demands on personal protective equipment (PPE). This is exactly where Nomex® protective workwear comes in.

Extreme conditions require uncompromising protection

In the metal and heavy industry, employees are exposed to hazards such as flames, heat, flying sparks, electric arcs and chemical influences on a daily basis. Normal workwear does not offer sufficient protection here. High-performance, certified and comfortable multi-standard protective clothing is crucial - such as the Nomex® range from CWS Workwear.

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Nomex®: When protection becomes performance

Nomex® is much more than just a fabric. It is a high-performance fibre that has been specially developed to withstand extreme conditions. It is even used in motorsports - for good reasons. For work in the industry, this means

▪ Heat protection up to 12,000°C – crucial in an emergency

▪ Multi-standard fulfilment for comprehensive safety

▪ Comfortable to wear, even with long layers

▪ Durability and abrasion resistance – even with intensive use

▪ Modern fits and combination options for a wide range of requirements

▪ Ideal for foundries, welding workstations, plant construction & energy sector

Nomex®: When protection becomes performance

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Practical development - proven in tough use

Our Nomex® collections were developed together with users from industry. Whether foundries, metalworking, welding technology or the energy industry - they all need one thing: reliable protection that they can rely on in an emergency.

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Key application areas:

▪ Welding and grinding in steel & light metal construction
▪ Work on melting furnaces or casting systems
▪ Installation work on electrical systems with arc fault risk
▪ Maintenance in the petrochemical industry

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Safety is mandatory - comfort is king

Anyone who works in protective clothing for eight hours or longer needs more than just standardised protection. The clothing must fit, allow freedom of movement and be comfortable to wear. Nomex® combines all of this - for maximum acceptance in everyday working life.

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Our service - your advantage

In addition to certified protective clothing, CWS Workwear offers you an all-round carefree package:

▪ Customised equipment depending on the risk assessment
▪ Regular cleaning & maintenance by our hire service
▪ Legal certainty through documented PPE checks
▪ Sustainability through resource-saving processes

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Conclusion

Anyone who works in extreme heat needs more than just any workwear. With Nomex® protective clothing, you are opting for the highest level of protection - and showing responsibility for the safety of your employees. With CWS Workwear, you can rely on tested quality that you can feel - but hardly notice in an emergency. If you have any questions about our Nomex® collections or our certified reprocessing of personal protective equipment, please contact us at any time - we will be happy to advise you.