About NASCO Industries, Inc.
Indiana (USA) Based Manufacturer of Premium FR/AR and Chemical Resistant Protective Outerwear Solutions.
A National Safety Apparel Member Company
NSA is the largest manufacturer of American-sewn safety apparel, founded in 1935 during the resilient years following the Great Depression, out of the need to keep American workers safe.
Specialised Multi-Hazard Protective Outerwear Solutions
'Made In USA' Quality In Every Garment
About NASCO Industries (Since 1979)
NASCO Industries, Inc. (ISO 9001:2015) (NASCO), maintains a dedicated and entirely domestic manufacturing presence in the United States, operating out of its corporate headquarters and primary manufacturing facility in Washington, Indiana. Since its founding in 1979, the company has engineered and produced its high-quality Protective Outerwear Solutions locally, scaling its central footprint to include a 50,000 square foot production facility alongside an expanded 24,000 square foot warehouse.
By utilising digitally mastered patterns and computerised assembly techniques, NASCO ensures rigorous compliance with North American and International safety standards for its specialised lines of arc flash, flash fire, chemical splash and waterproof/windproof Protective Outerwear. Following NASCO's acquisition by National Safety Apparel (NSA) in late 2025, NASCO's US manufacturing base now functions as a vital component of NSA's broader network of 11 American production facilities, serving utility, industrial and petrochemical workforces nationwide.
About NASCO Overview
BUILT ON INNOVATION AND COMPETENCE
ARCFLASHWEAR NASCO SOLUTIONS
ARCWEAR
ArcJoule, ArcLite, ArcLite Air, Omega FR, Rampart FR, Sentinel FR
PETROWEAR
AcidBasic, MP3, Omega FR, PetroLite, PetroStorm, Sentinel FR
NASCO ARCWEAR
NASCO's ArcWear™ range is a premier line of high-performance protective outerwear specifically engineered to shield electrical contractors, utility workers and linemen from extreme workplace hazards. Designed with input from linemen, garments within the range - including popular sub-brands ArcJoule™, ArcLite™, ArcLite Air™, Rampart FR™ and Omega FR™ - deliver critical defence against electric arc flash, flash fire and chemical splash, while remaining completely waterproof and windproof. Beyond meeting strict ASTM F1891 and ASTM F2733 safety requirements and ANSI 107 high visibility standards, NASCO's ArcWear™ range balances rugged durability and lightweight flexibility, ensuring workers stay dry, visible and comfortable without sacrificing life-saving thermal protection during demanding hazardous work.
NASCO PETROWEAR
NASCO's PetroWear™ range is a specialised line of multi-hazard protective outerwear engineered specifically for workers facing extreme environments in the oil and gas, petrochemical and heavy industry sectors. Designed to solve the rugged challenges of today's workplaces, the collection includes sub-brands such as AcidBasic™, MP3™, Omega FR™, PetroLite™, PetroStorm™ and Sentinel FR™, which protect against simultaneous industrial threats including hydrocarbon flash fire (ASTM F2733), electric arc flash (ASTM F1891), chemical splash (ASTM F903) and steam and hot liquid hazards. By incorporating cutting-edge technologies like composite film with CCT™ Technology and breathable Nomex® and Kevlar® blends, the range delivers waterproof and windproof lightweight performance. This lightweight flexibility successfully prevents summer heat stress and eliminates stiffness in winter, striking a crucial balance between high visibility safety compliance and all-day worker comfort.
Advanced High-Performance Protection
MULTI-INDUSTRY APPLICATION
With 45+ years of specialised manufacturing expertise, NASCO's Protective Outerwear Solutions serve industries across the globe, providing benefits of advanced protection, strict compliance, lightweight flexibility and rugged durability.
By leveraging solutions across diverse industries, NASCO is able to streamline procurement, offer comprehensive expertise and promote a culture of safety to reduce the risk of non-compliance.
INDUSTRIES NASCO SERVES
Chemical Processing and Handling
Electric Utilities and Maintenance
Gas Utilities
Heavy Industry
Offshore/Onshore Oil and Gas
Oil and Gas Refining
Petrochemical
Storm Restoration