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Lightweight protective apparel

CA 2533645 C · Owner: Dupont Safety & Construction, Inc. · Inventors: Lovasic, Susan L.; Maini, Surinder M.

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This invention relates to a blend of fibers for use in protective clothing a , lightweight fabric made from such blend protective articles made from the , blend or fabric and methods for making the fabric. The protective fabrics and articles of this invention have the unique combination of being comfortable being highly effective against electrical arcs and flash fire hazards and having a pleasing appearance. Specifically these fabrics can be processed to , give the look and feel similar to conventional clothing fabrics such as denim fabrics.

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  • Filed August 4, 2004 and granted May 22, 2012. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended August 4, 2024.
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FiledAugust 4, 2004
GrantedMay 22, 2012
Term endedAugust 4, 2024
Patent numberCA 2533645 C
Classification (IPC)D02G3/04 +1 more

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2005200720092011201320152017201920212023Application filedAug 4, 2004Patent grantedMay 22, 2012Term endedAug 4, 2024

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