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STRONGEST OUTER SHELL
IN THE INDUSTRY
WEIGHT
7.0 oz. (sq. yd.)
6.0 oz. (sq. yd.)
WEAVE
Comfort Twill
70% Spun
30% Filament
STRENGTH
235lbs as received
70lbs after
180 hrs. UV
MADE BY
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HEAT PROTECTION
Thermal
Decomposition
Temp. 1175+
PBI MAX
PBI Max is the strongest outer shell in the industry. Its patented design offers the ultimate combination of high break-open and thermal protection, strength, comfort, and flexibility.
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WHY
PBI MAX?
BEST TEAR STRENGTH
Best tear strength performance at 235 lbs; - over twice as strong as any other outer shell.
HIGH BREAK-OPEN
The optimal mix of PBI® and Kevlar® provides superior thermal and flame resistance. Combined with high strength, this offers firefighters the greatest insurance in a worst-case scenario.
FLEXIBLE
The 7oz comfort-twill weave offers a high level of flexibility and comfort, in a lightweight fabric.
COMFORTABLE
Reduced stiffness and increased ease of movement – enhances garments’ ergonomic designs.
Dynamic Flame Test
Demonstrates the flame resistance properties of PBI Max outer shell versus any Nomex/Kevlar blend such as Pioneer and ARMOR.
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Trusted by the largest Metro Departments
IN NORTH AMERICA