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TenCate Ara-shield® reinforcement fabric is lighter yet stronger than other reinforcement materials, such as leather. Applied to knees, elbows and places where exposure to abrasion is highest, TenCate Ara-shield® and its exceptional strength and thermal protection provide a superior shield from the harshest attacks.
- Makes gear lighter – 80% lighter than rough-out leather.
- Impermeable to water and chemicals – leather will absorb both.
- Double-coated surface – exceptional resistance to temperature and abrasion.
- No cracking – wetting and drying leaves fabric unaffected.
- Easy care – resists all popular methods of cleaning.
TenCate Ara-shield® delivers peace of mind when lives are on the line. Only by TenCate Protective Fabrics. Email us or call us at

