FR Facehood

Description

AMERICASS FR – AIR PERMEABLE PARTICULATE BLOCKING HOOD

The Only Air-Permeable Particulate Barrier with 99.9% Blocking Efficiency

1. Product Overview

FR Facehood

The AMERICASS Particulate Blocking FR Facehood is a high-performance flame-resistant protective FR Facehood engineered for structural firefighters, industrial emergency responders, and personnel requiring advanced particulate protection without compromising breathability or comfort. Featuring an innovative air-permeable particulate barrier, this hood delivers 99.9% blocking efficiency, even after 100 wash/dry cycles, making it one of the most durable, reliable, and comfortable particulate-blocking hoods available in the safety industry.

Designed to meet and exceed the stringent requirements of NFPA 1971-2018, the FR Facehood provides maximum Thermal Protective Performance (THL), ensuring firefighters experience reduced heat stress, superior comfort, and long-term protection during high-intensity operations.

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2. Key Performance Features

Ultra-High Particulate Blocking Efficiency

• 99.9% filtration efficiency, preventing exposure to smoke particulates, carcinogenic particles, and fine contaminants.

• Maintains blocking efficiency after 100 wash/dry cycles, ensuring long service life and consistent performance.

• Superior particulate blocking compared to conventional firefighting hoods.

Highly Air-Permeable Design

• Unlike conventional particle-blocking materials, this hood provides excellent airflow, reducing heat buildup.

• Allows the skin to breathe while maintaining full protective integrity.

• Reduces firefighter fatigue caused by heat stress.

Industry-Leading THL (Total Heat Loss) Performance

• THL is the only property recognized by NFPA 1971-2018 for measuring heat stress reduction.

• AMERICASS FR provides the highest THL in the industry, outperforming competing brands and exceeding NFPA minimum requirements.

• Ensures superior comfort during long emergency operations.

Exceptional Durability

• Resists degradation after repeated wash cycles.

• Maintains elasticity, shape, and barrier performance over time.

• Flame-resistant materials withstand extreme heat exposure.

Enhanced Protective Coverage

• Full-coverage design shields the neck, ears, face, and head from particulates and heat.

• Contoured fit ensures compatibility with helmets, SCBA masks, and turnout gear.

3. Material Composition

• Outer Layer: Flame-resistant fabric engineered for durability and thermal performance.

• Inner Layer: Advanced particulate-blocking layer with high air-permeability.

• Seams: Reinforced stitching designed to maintain structural integrity even under high temperatures.

4. Technical Specifications

5. Applications

This hood is specifically designed for:

• Structural firefighting

• Rescue missions

• Wildfire operations

• Industrial emergency response

• High-heat environments

• Hazardous particulate environments

It is ideal for both municipal and industrial fire departments, emergency response teams, and safety personnel operating in high-risk environments.

6. Functional Benefits

Maximum Health Protection

• Blocks cancer-causing particles often present in smoke and fire environments.

• Offers enhanced respiratory and dermal protection.

• Reduces long-term exposure risks for firefighters.

Improved Comfort for Operational Efficiency

• Air-permeable system prevents overheating.

• Lightweight, flexible construction allows full mobility.

• Reduces fatigue during long calls and high-temperature operations.

Long-Term Cost Efficiency

• Extended lifespan due to wash durability.

• Maintains structural and protective performance longer than traditional FR Facehood.

• Reduces replacement frequency and overall PPE cost.

7. Safety Compliance

The AMERICASSFR Facehood Particulate Blocking Hood is designed to meet or exceed:

• NFPA 1971-2018 standards for structural firefighting protective clothing.

• Requirements for particulate blocking, flame resistance, and THL performance.

8. Product Advantages vs. Competitors

• Outperforms leading brands in particulate blocking and breathability.

• Higher THL readings compared to typical Gore or standard particulate blocking hoods.

• Superior comfort without compromising safety.

• Designed to reduce heat stress—a leading cause of firefighter injuries.

9. Brand Assurance

AMERICASS FR Facehood is a trusted manufacturer known for producing durable, high-performance PPE for firefighting and emergency response applications. Their technology focuses on protecting firefighters from thermal hazards and carcinogenic particulate exposure while enhancing comfort during demanding operations.