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DRIFIRE® FR/AR Heavy Duty High Performance Utility Pant

Premium, Ultimate Heavy Duty Dual-Hazard FR/AR Protection: Arc Flash, Flash Fire, Breathable. High Performance Duck 9.5oz/322gsm - 14 CAL.

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Since 1935, National Safety Apparel has been a leader in delivering advanced safety solutions for workers in high heat and industrial environments. NSA's extensive range of USA-made PPE includes protective workwear for workers facing extreme heat, arc flash, flash fire, molten metal, cut and abrasion hazards. Whether in foundries, mills or industrial manufacturing, NSA solutions are designed to safeguard workers in the toughest environments.

DRIFIRE® high-performance FR/AR work wear is built for those who demand both comfort and protection in tough environments. With innovative designs and advanced fabric technology, DRIFIRE® workwear works as hard as you do.

The same technology that keeps American troops safe abroad protects workers around the globe, helping workers to perform the most hazardous tasks with confidence. DRIFIRE® is mission-driven and performance-obsessed, delivering workwear that supports workers every step of the way.

APPLICATION: Arc Flash, Flash Fire, High-Risk Industrial Environments.

High Performance Duck (9.5oz / 322gsm)

Modern FR/AR Duck material departs from the stiff, heavy firm Duck canvases of the past. By using lighter high performance technology such as Quick Duck composites, PPE can be engineered to provide industrial safety protection while significantly reducing the heavy, restrictive weight of traditional canvas work apparel. Composite blends with Cotton or Nylon allow PPE to have little or no-break in time. These technical fabrications reduce wearer fatigue while maintaining the same rugged resistance to thermal hazards, snags and tears. 

High Performance Duck fabric stands out as a premier material for PPE and industrial work wear because of its exceptional physical durability, tight-plain weave and reliable environmental shielding. Unlike lightweight work wear textiles, Duck provides heavy-duty mechanical and extreme thermal hazard protection. 

 

Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)

ARC THERMAL PERFORMANCE VALUE (ATPV 14 cal/cm2): This value represents the maximum incident thermal energy the fabric can support before the wearer would have a 50% probability of predicting a second-degree burn.

PPE CTEGORY 2: The fabric meets standard workplace safety guidelines requiring protection against immediate electrical arc flash risks (NFPA 70E).

DUAL-HAZARD PROTECTION: The fabric provides simultaneous protection against both arc flash (NFPA 70E) and flash fire (NFPA 2112).

INHERENT FLAME RESISTANCE: The thermal protection is integrated directly into the fabric fibres. It cannot wash out or wear out over time maintaining the fabric's safety properties for the life of the garment.

NO-MELT, NO-DRIP: Under extreme thermal exposure, the 9.5oz High Performance Duck fabric will not melt, drip or fuse to the skin, which significantly prevents severe compound burn injuries.

HEAT MANAGEMENT AND BREATHABILITY: Despite its heavy-duty 9.5oz construction, the fabric is engineered to be breathable. It incorporates moisture wicking technology that accelerates drying to help regulate body temperature and minimise heat stress in hot climates and industrial environments.

View more NSA FR/AR Work Apparel by downloading the NSA 2026 Catalogue (Refer pages 21 to 23).

The ultimate heavy duty Pant: The DRIFIRE® FR/AR Heavy Duty High Performance Utility Pant features durable construction and breathable FR/AR Duck fabric. These Pants have a number of functional features including a cargo pocket with flap (LHS) and a double tool pocket (RHS) that will fit a variety of tools.

  • NFPA 70E for Arc Flash, UL Certified to NFPA 2112 for Flash Fire, ASTM F1506 for Arc Flash, CSA Z462 for Arc Flash (Canada), OSHA 1910.269.
  • Fabric – High Performance Duck..
  • Fabric Weight - 9.5oz / 322gsm.
  • ATPV - 14 cal/cm2 PPE CAT 2.
  • Colour – Navy.
  • Reliable dual hazard protection: Provides safety against arc flash and flash fire for peace of mind of the job.
  • Heavy-duty performance: Built for ultimate durability to withstand tough work environments.
  • High abrasion performance: Made with rugged construction to handle constant wear and tear.
  • Ample storage options: Left-side cargo pocket with flap plus a double tool pocket on the right to hold a variety of tools.
  • Classic utility pockets: Standard hip and back pockets conveniently hold everyday essentials.
  • Sizes: Waist 30" - 48" | Inseam 30" - 36".
  • MOQ - 10 units (across different sizes to reach MOQ).
  • Read the garment label and launder per instructions on garment label.
  • Machine wash warm on maximum 60°C (140°F). Use mild detergent. Tumble dry on medium setting.
  • DO NOT iron, use chlorine bleach, hydrogen peroxide, fabric softener or starch.
  • Wash according to the instructions above to remove any contaminants in order to maintain fabric performance when the garment becomes soiled with dirt, grease or oils.
  • If contaminants cannot be removed after laundering, it is best to discontinue use of the garment.