About the Fire Tough/Smelter Sock

Our Australian made specialist fire tough/smelter sock is a state of the art, comfortable, three layer wool /nylon /wool garment featuring a unique knitted fire retardant process to provide unparalleled protection to the wearer.

Construction

Knee length three layer construction featuring -

• Wool (85%) and Nylon (15%).
• Outer layer - heavy gauge wool construction.
• Middle layer - nylon layer for durability.
• Inner layer - wool for comfort and cushioning.

A combination of the fibres used plus extensive cushioning of the foot ensures comfort, stretch and durability. Tightly knitted layers help to protect the foot.

Utilisation

The garment is designed for use in conditions of extreme heat. Industry sector use includes oilrigs, emergency services, electric utilities, structural and wildland fire fighting, primary smelters and general heavy industry - basically any workplace environment where there is risk of burn injuries from flame, extreme heat or ignition or where molten metal can penetrate protective work wear or enter protective footwear.

The garment is Australian made and has been tested for resistance to molten aluminium (780°C) and cast iron (1400°C) and ease of ignition and protection against flame. The test time for ease of ignition and protection against flame exceeds 20 seconds.

It should be noted that the garment is classed as Fire Resistant and should not be taken to be Fire Proof.

Test Information

The Fire Tough/Smelter Sock has been subjected to extensive laboratory testing at the WRONZ Laboratory, New Zealand. The testing undertaken addressed resistance to molten aluminium, resistance to molten cast iron and ease of ignition and protection against flame.

To view the test criteria and results for resistance to molten aluminium, click here.

To view the test criteria and results for resistance to molten cast iron, click here.

To view the test criteria and results for ease of ignition and protection against flame, click here.

The Fire Tough/Smelter Sock has been subjected to independent run-off and burn through/ignition tests conducted by Indalloy Casting Group of Ontario, Canada. Indalloy is a division of Indalex Ltd, North America's and one of the world's largest suppliers of aluminium extrusion components and services. To view the test criteria and results for the run-off and burn through/ignition tests, click here.

Usage Guide

The table below is intended as a guide only for the fire socks and their suitability for nominated industry sectors.

Garment	Fire Sock
Industry
Smelting
Fire Fighting
Emergency Services
Airport Refuelling
Petrochemical
Electric Utilities