LUCHA CONTRA EL FUEGO | 2o Trimestre10 base chemicals without being affected in its mechanic resistance, and strength. It is highly resistant to chemicals, electrolysis, UV light and temperatures of over 200°C (steady). And therefore, indispensable in the production of protective clothing and fume filters. Multiple uses: construction, fabrics, clothes... Tecstar fibre is used for construction materials, whether mixed with cement, or as a protective fabric against heat and flames. Also, for décor fabrics like curtains, carpets and murals, mattresses and cushions, etc. Polyacrylate Tecstar is the fibre also used for making protective clothing for firefighters, forestry wardens, workers in electricity companies, foundries, welding facilities, car racing pilots, mechanics, etc. as 100% Tecstar or in blends with other fibres, always exceeding complying with European and American standards. Firefighters’ clothes are one such example, of a thermal, waterproof barrier made with Tecstar fibre and reaching level 2 of EN 469:2006 for radiating and connective heat, in addition to flame exposure. Protection products result from the long years of collaboration with privately funded companies, universities, research centers and labs from all around the world, through programmes like Flexifunbar or Texterm, where Tecstar has always been present, with a single motto: Saving lives! 45