High-quality PTFE membrane

The new FIRE MAX 3 is made of a completely new fabric. A high-quality PTFE membrane is used for the first time, which ensures a high degree of breathability while at the same time ensuring the best possible heat resistance.

Thanks to the new composition, perspiration is transported away from the body to the exterior very quickly, which generally prevents heat accumulation.

In a Ret Test (Resistance to Evaporating Heat Transfer) the new fabric achieved a low value of just 15 m²Pa/W. The lower the value, the better the breathability of the material. The required standard value is ≤ 30 m in the highest class²Pa/W.

Safety without compromise

Despite the excellent breathability, a safety thermal lining is used in the FIRE MAX 3 to also provide a good protection in extreme situations.

This version of the proven FIRE MAX 3 Jacket can be equipped with an integrated safety belt or rescue strap. The optional Rosenbauer IRS belt is installed (or retrofitted) into an internal tunnel in the jacket, giving the wearer the ability to secure victims or - in extreme cases - to facilitate his own rescue. The optional IRS belt is certified according to EN 1498 Class A and EN 358. It consists of an 85 mm wide aramid belt with a triple lock HMS aluminum carabiner according to EN 362.

Extensive reflective striping is another highlight of the IRS jacket. With HuPF-like reflective striping, the jacket alone complies with Annex B of EN 469 (even the smallest size). As a result, it is unnecessary to wear a warning vest in some countries (warning vest exemption), as stipulated by statutory requirements.

The IRS jacket is additionally equipped with a robust quick-release zipper. Two Velcro pieces on the back allow for a sign (38 x 8 cm) to be attached.

The FIRE MAX 3 protective suit made of NOMEX® NXT is a visual and technical improvement of the proven NOMEX Tough® quality. This firefighting clothing not only scores with its colour selection, but above all also through its excellent washing resistance. Even after several washes, this protective clothing retains its colour and shape. The 300% higher tear strength of the NXT material compared to the conventional NOMEX Tough® also ensures a particularly long service life. The FIRE MAX 3 from NOMEX® NXT is available in three colours: red, gold and black-blue.

With the FIRE MAX 3 PBI NEO, Rosenbauer has developed protective clothing never before seen in the world of firefighting. The benefit to this particular outer fabric is the use of a PBI high-performance fabric with excellent tensile strength values, even better flame resistance, and a distinctive look.

Its strengths: high tensile strength and flame resistance

The new material with PBI is especially characterized by extremely good mechanical properties. When it comes to resistance, the FIRE MAX 3 PBI NEO achieves eight times the performance required by standard EN 469. In terms of tear propagation resistance, the suit exceeds the minimum requirements many times over (up to 600 N as per ISO 4674-1 procedure B). 

The FIRE MAX 3 has many features when it comes to the reflective stripes:

• Certified to the visibility requirements in accordance Annex B of EN 469
• Silver piping on the shoulders
• Circular reflective stripes on torso, arms and pants
• In addition, reflective stripes which run at a slight angle are located on the front of the jacket vertically or on the back of the jacket.
• Reflective silver stripes on the chest and vertically on the pants

Emergency crews often have to work for many hours under the most difficult of conditions. Whether in rain, cold or in extreme heat - a protective suit must not only ensure optimum safety but must also offer the best possible comfort.

A great deal of value was placed on optimal fit, a sporty cut and good wearing comfort in the design of the FIRE MAX 3. Additionally, know-how of fit and practical features from the area of functional sports clothing also contributed
to the development of the new protective suit.