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Outer-shell

TenCate Protective Fabrics for the fire service industry boast outstanding strength against tear and abrasion and superior thermal performance during and after exposure.

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Turnout gear outer-shells made with our innovative fabrics provide a tough, durable, and above all, safe first line of defense against heat, flame and abrasion. Key considerations include inherent fire resistance, tear resistance, abrasion resistance, thermal performance (during and after thermal exposure) and water repellency.

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The TenCate Tecashield^® collection is a range of inherently heat- and flame-resistant fabrics

TenCate Tecashield - MI 180

Functions of the outer-shell

Offers a first line of defense
Sheds water and chemicals
Protects other layers in the multi-layer system
Helps to maintain the integrity of the garment