39 This is a detail that changes everything: in proposing the first knee protectors with an integrated outer textile surface using Cor- dura® fabric, Carpenter has freed workwear clothing manufactu- rers from the challenge of having to develop garments that meet puncture resistance requirements, because these knee protectors conform to the required standards. The new range of KP Allroad knee protectors from Carpenter France are laminated using a special bonding technique with a Cordura® 1000D fabric, high tenacity polyamide 6.6 renowned for its resistance to tears and abrasion. Designed to integrate into any work trousers, the knee protectors confirm to European di- mension requirements and slide in the pre-made trouser pockets provided for this purpose.This personal protective equipment (PPE) is governed by the EN standard EN14404+A1:2010 which relates to the protection of the knees at work. Up to now, only the careful choice of fabric used on the trouser knee pockets could help to ensure the conformity with the requi- red puncture resistance test. But with the development of Car- penter’s new knee pad models in the KP Allroad range that are coated with Cordura® fabric, this requirement is now met by the knee protector itself. For those in this industry this can mean the possibility of saving time in identifying, selecting and testing fabrics. Regardless of the fabric used on the trouser knee pocket, the KP Allroad knee protectors with Cordura® fabric meet puncture performance level 1 – having a puncture resistance greater than 100N. Technical fibres, threads, and fabrics Carpenter SAS: new Range of “KP Allroad” Knee Protectors featuring Cordura® fabric penter company is the US leader in the production of comfort products with 19 foam production plants and 56 processing plants worldwide including 7 in Europe. Invista’s Cordura® brand essence celebrates individual durability: As LongAsTheWorld Is Full Of Durable People,We’ll Keep Ma- king Durable FabricsTM. Known for its resistance to abrasions, tears and scuffs, Cordura® fabric is a primary ingredient in many of the world’s leading high-performance gear and apparel pro- ducts ranging from luggage, upholstery and backpacks to footwear, military equipment, tactical wear, workwear and performance ap- parel.The Cordura® brand is a registered trademark of Invista. With leading brands including Lycra®, Coolmax®, Cordura®, Stainmaster® and Antron®, Invista is one of the world’s largest in- tegrated producers of chemical intermediates, polymers and fi- bers.The company’s advantaged technologies for nylon, spandex and polyester are used to produce clothing, carpet, car parts and countless other everyday products. Headquartered in the United States, Invista operates in more than 20 countries and has about 10,000 employees. The KPB Allroad knee protectors are available in 2 models and 3 sizes 200mm, 240mm, and 259mm: • KPB Allroad – Polyethylene foam for lighter or temporary use • KPW Allroad – Rubber based foam for intense work applica- tions This new range will be launched at the A+A show in Dusseldorf, in October. Made in France, these knee pads are the results of a new brand development Carpenter Knee Pads, and are manufactured in a unit Carpenter company based in France in the Mayenne. Car- Designed to integrate into any work trousers, the knee protectors confirm to European dimension re- quirements and slide in the pre- made trouser pockets provided for this purpose. This personal protec- tive equipment (PPE) is governed by the EN standard EN14404+A1:2010 which relates to the protection of the knees at work