Description
Dromex DW‑NOMEX‑O Nomex® Inherent FR Boilersuit — Navy
The Dromex DW‑NOMEX‑O48 is an inherent flame‑resistant one‑piece boilersuit made from DuPont™ Nomex® 203 gsm fabric, designed for demanding environments such as petrochemical, utilities, industrial maintenance, and wildland fire support. It combines durable construction, reflective visibility, functional pocketing, and anti‑static performance, and is produced to the latest SANS 434 workwear standard.
Key Features
- 🔥 Inherent FR performance from DuPont™ Nomex® fibers (will not wash out)
- 🧵 Full triple‑needle topstitching on seams for durability
- ✨ 50 mm silver flame‑retardant reflective tape on arms and legs for visibility
- 🔐 Two‑way concealed brass YKK® Nomex™ zipper with secure closure
- 📟 Practical storage: radio pocket, mitred breast pocket with V‑flap, gas analyser tab, side pockets, and rear mitred pockets with hook‑and‑loop Monza flaps
- ⚡ Anti‑static properties compliant with EN 1149‑1 and EN 1149‑3
Benefits
- 🔥 Nomex® fibers self‑extinguish when the heat source is removed, supporting flash‑fire protection
- 💼 Optimised pocket layout keeps radios and gas detectors accessible
- 👁️ Reflective elements improve worker visibility in low‑light conditions
- 💪 Robust build supports long wear life under industrial use
- ⚡ Electrostatic dissipation helps reduce ignition risk in volatile atmospheres
Specifications
| Brand | Dromex |
| Model | DW‑NOMEX‑O (DW‑NOMEX‑O) |
| Product Type | Inherent FR boilersuit (one‑piece) |
| Material | DuPont™ Nomex® knitted fabric, 203 gsm (93% meta‑aramid, 5% Kevlar® para‑aramid, 2% carbon/nylon antistatic fiber) |
| Colour | Navy |
| Size Range | 32–60 (S to 6XL by SANS 434) |
| Reflective | 50 mm silver flame‑retardant tape (arms and legs) |
| Zipper | Two‑way concealed brass YKK® Nomex™ zip |
| Pockets | Radio pocket; mitred breast pocket with V‑flap; gas analyser tab; side pockets; rear mitred pockets with hook‑and‑loop Monza flaps |
| Compliance & Standards | SANS 434; NFPA 70E; NFPA 1975; NFPA 2112; EN 1149‑1/3; EN 13034; ASTM F1506; ASTM D6413 |
| Individual Pack | Packed in individual polybags; sold individually |
How to Use
- Step into the boilersuit and pull it over the shoulders for an unrestricted fit.
- Close the two‑way concealed brass YKK® Nomex™ zipper and secure all closures.
- Place radio and gas detector using the dedicated pocket and tab; fasten hook‑and‑loop flaps.
- Ensure reflective bands are clean, unobstructed, and visible before entering low‑light or hazardous areas.
This garment is not intended for structural or proximity firefighting and is not suitable for continuous thermal loads, molten metal, hot liquids, or steam.
Size Chart
| Size (Alpha) | Size (Numeric, SANS 434) | Chest (cm) | Waist Extended (cm) | Seat (cm) | Bottoms (cm) | Back Neck to Waist (cm) | Outside Leg (cm) | Inside Leg (cm) | Long Sleeve (cm) | Short Sleeve (cm) | Back Width (cm) |
| S | 32 / 34 | 99–104 | 85–90 | 97–102 | 27–28 | 48–49 | 104–106 | 79–80 | 47–48 | 13–13 | 38–40 |
| M | 36 / 38 | 109–114 | 95–100 | 107–112 | 28–29 | 49–50 | 108–110 | 81–82 | 48–49 | 14–14 | 42–44 |
| L | 40 / 42 | 119–124 | 105–110 | 117–122 | 29–50 | 50–51 | 110–112 | 82 | 49–50 | 15–15 | 46–48 |
| XL | 44 / 46 | 129–134 | 115–120 | 127–132 | 29–30 | 50–51 | 111–112 | 81–80 | 50–51 | 15–16 | 50–52 |
| 2XL | 48 / 50 | 139–144 | 125–130 | 137–142 | 30–31 | 51–52 | 111–112 | 80 | 51–52 | 16–16 | 54–56 |
| 3XL | 52 / 54 | 149–154 | 135–140 | 147–152 | 31–31 | 52–53 | 112–113 | 80 | 52–53 | 16–17 | 58–60 |
| 4XL | 56 / 58 | 159–164 | 145–150 | 157–162 | 31–32 | 53–54 | 112–113 | 80 | 53–54 | 17–18 | 62–64 |
| 5XL | 60 / 62 | 169–174 | 155–160 | 167–172 | 32–33 | 54–55 | 113 | 80 | 54–54 | 18–18 | 66–68 |
| 6XL | 64 | 179 | 165 | 177 | 33 | 55 | 113 | 80 | 54 | 18 | 69.5 |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Accurate SANS sizing and excellent FR performance.” — Tebogo M.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Pocket layout is practical for radio and detector.” — Ayesha P.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Durable stitching with reliable visibility at night.” — Warren G.
FAQs
- Will the FR protection wash out? No—Nomex® fibers are inherently flame‑resistant.
- Is it anti‑static? Yes—compliant with EN 1149‑1 and EN 1149‑3.
- Does it protect from chemical splash? It meets EN 13034 for limited splash protection.
- What is it not suitable for? Not for structural/proximity firefighting, molten metal, hot liquids, steam, or continuous thermal loads.
- How is it packed? Each boilersuit is individually poly‑bagged and sold as single units.
Industries & Applications
- 🔥 Firefighting (non‑structural)
- 🛢️ Oil & Gas
- ⚗️ Petrochemical
- 🏭 Chemical Processing
- 🔌 Utilities & Power Generation
- ⛏️ Mining
- 🧯 Emergency Response
- 🏗️ Industrial Maintenance
Compliance & Certifications
- SANS 434
- NFPA 70E
- NFPA 1975
- NFPA 2112
- EN 1149‑1 & EN 1149‑3
- EN 13034
- ASTM F1506; ASTM D6413
Select the DW‑NOMEX‑O48 when you require proven, inherent FR protection with anti‑static properties and a work‑ready design suitable for high‑risk industrial environments.
DW-NOMEX-O48
