PROTECCIÓN LABORAL GÜTERMANN UNBEATABLE YARNS FOR HEAVY DUTY Protective clothing is important, but so are the threads that hold the assembly together, es- pecially when it comes to clothing for extreme applications, such as re ghters clothing, met- alworkers and foundries, welders, protective items or combat clothes. In this type of cloth- ing seams are subjected to strains and extreme stress due to re, heat and chemicals. The me- ta-aramid yarns optimize protection in areas where protective clothing is weaker, the seams. “In Gütermann (American & E rd Group) we are experts in sewing, subject to which we have paid all our dedication since 1864. During this time, we’ve gathered experience, developed our own technology and gradually bring to market new developments. Fireproof threads Gütermann reproof yarns, based on meta-ar- amid bers (Nomex®, Newstar ®), they are re- proof, refractory, and will automatically extin- guish when not in contact with the source of the re, having accredited excellent resistance to alkaline environments. In the eld of re resistant clothing are notewor- thy the articles K 403 AR and K 753 AR. These yarns resist for a short time at 360° C, and do not melt, nor burn and self-extinguish. They have good chemical strength to mild acids and alkalis. Gütermann K / AR is a short ber spun yarn that is distinguished by its high sewing performance. With the same re retardant properties as above, there are also available the articles K 403 and K 753 which are long ber spun yarns. The advantages of the long ber technology are uniformity and high breaking strength. An additional feature is the brightness as com- pared to short ber spun yarns. Lastly it is also worthmentioning the family of Gütermann Salta K articles 40 / 70 and 120, made with 100% aramid (Nomex®), they are very resistant to heat and chemicals, making them ideal for protective suits and all areas of thermal applications. Other high performance yarns The items Gütermann Mara 80 and 100 are threads made of 100% polyester MCT –Micro Core Technology®- characterized by its extreme resistance to breakage. They are therefore the ideal solution for seams that are confronted to high strains, as in the case of making protective workwear. In general, the Mara 100 MCT variant provides optimal security and regularity in sewing au- tomata. They are very resistant to rubbing and thermal requirements and the various external treatments that may suffer the garment. Avail- able in 400 colors and up to 12 different thick- nesses. Gütermann Mara MCT has the variant Mara WA, which is waterproof and repels both water and dirt. The variety of the range is an added value of Gütermann (American & E rd Group) brand, that’s why they urge users to “contact our sales department if you require more detailed infor- mation on products and their applications”. Cause there aren’t two equal seams “In Gütermann (American & E rd Group) we are experts in sewing, subject to which we have paid all our dedication since 1864. During this time, we’ve gathered experience, developed our own technology and gradually bring to market new developments There are no two equal seams. Gütermann, a sewing expert with a centennial expertise, knows it well. That’s why, since 1864, the com- pany has gathered mastery, developing its own technology and, gradually, launching new de- velopments into the market. Every seam –Güter- mann emphasizes- poses speci c requirement to the thread”. To confront any contingency, the company has got an outstanding assortment of threads in which the products designed for heavy duty conditions are included. Gütermann products allow to any indus- try in any sector of the apparel industry making goods with excellent nal n- ishing and high performance in “sew- ability” UPDATED PRODUCTS / PRODUCTOS DE ACTUALIDAD 75