[20200204] Personal Protective Equipment Regulation (EU 2016/425) | KANOX® Fire Safety Fabrics: Durable and Certified Fire-Resistant Solutions
KANOX® FR Fabrics / SUPER ARMOR® Turnout Gears is an ISO 9001, NFPA, and EN certified fire fighting garment, protective clothing, fire retardant fabric, fire resistant clothing, flame retardant fabric, fire retardant clothing manufacturer from Taiwan since 1976. Founded in 1976 and based in Taiwan, KANOX® is a global leader in fire-resistant fabrics and protective clothing. Renowned for innovation and durability, KANOX® offers a wide range of certified fire-retardant solutions meeting international standards like ISO 9001, NFPA, and EN. Our advanced technology and over 40 years of expertise ensure top-quality products designed to safeguard lives in the most hazardous environments. Trusted worldwide, KANOX® sets the benchmark for excellence in fire safety.
[20200204] Personal Protective Equipment Regulation (EU 2016/425)
PPE Directive and PPE Regulation
The Personal Protective Equipment Regulation (EU 2016/425) was effective on April 21, 2018, with a 1-year transition period, to replace Personal Protective Equipment Directive (89/686/EEC).
From April 21, 2019, all PPE being placed on the market must comply with the PPE Regulation, including existing PPE certified against the Directive. But, it will still be possible for PPE being made available on the market certified according to the PPE Directive until April 21, 2023.
Article 11B
Taiwan K.K. Corporation, certified by Article 11B, is periodically visited by BTTG the credited notify body to check their manufacturing site. The purpose is to ensure that their quality systems used are capable of enabling consistent production of the certified Super Armor Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Facilities in their laboratory are able to do most of the tests required by EN469. Because of knowledge and experience of EN469 tests, Taiwan K.K. Corporation promise quality well controlled from in-coming materials to finished products.
Module D
Due to PPE Regulation announced, Taiwan K.K. Corporation started updating their PPE certificates since early 2019. In addition, they also sent all the Super Armor PPE for tests to get the up-to-date test reports. These tasks are gradually completed within 2019. Wearers could rest assured when fighting fires along with Super Armor.
Under new PPE Regulation, Article 11B Certificate must be updated to Module C2 - product verification or Module D - production quality assurance. Taiwan K.K. Corporation choose the severer Module D Certificate because quality systems audited by notify body BTTG could help them provide products constantly comply with requirements of EN469 and CE mark.
Declaration of conformity
Taiwan K.K. Corporation put the declaration of conformity at www.superarmor.com.tw/en/page/PPE-Regulation-EU-2016425/eu-declaration-of-conformity.html, and list the website address where the declaration can be accessed in the User Manual, to ensure easy access to end users.
To be a global performance leader for firefighting suits and inherently fire resistant fabrics.
[20200204] Personal Protective Equipment Regulation (EU 2016/425) | Explore KANOX® Fire Safety Apparel: Advanced Fire-Resistant Clothing
Established in 1976, Taiwan K.K. Corporation is headquartered in Taiwan and excels in developing and producing top-tier fire retardant fabrics. Our flagship products, the KANOX® and GORNOX series, are highly esteemed for their superior protection and durability in industrial and safety applications. Committed to innovation and stringent quality standards, KANOX® delivers reliable fire-resistant materials that meet the rigorous demands of various industries, ensuring maximum safety and performance through state-of-the-art manufacturing and comprehensive quality control processes.
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With over 48 years of experience and advanced technology, KANOX® FR Fabrics / SUPER ARMOR® Turnout Gears offers top-quality protective fire-resistant clothing for firefighters, ensuring each customer's needs are met.