The outer shell is your first line of defense. For your protection, you need an outer shell that is flame and heat resistant, abrasion and cut resistant, and water repellent. Your department also wants it to be durable enought to provide years of service. And of course, you want it to be lightweight and flexible.

To meet the requirements, Globe LifeLine CONVERTIBLE™ EMSRESCUE™ and TECHRESCUE™ are offered in NOMEX® IIIA fabric for proven performance. CONVERTIBLE™ TECHRESCUE™ are also offered in MILLENIA® LIGHT fabric for superior strength. Both will outperform any commonly used nylon or polyester shell fabric on the planet.

For long-lasting water repellency, both fabrics are treated with a SUPER SHELLTITE™ durable water repellent finish. Even after 25 launderings, SUPER SHELLTITE™ retains its water repellency and keeps your gear drier, cleaner, and better protected form abrasion and high heat than any other finish on the market today.

NOMEX® IIIA (CONVERTIBLE™ EMSRESCUE™ and TECHRESCUE™) Content: 93% NOMEX®, 5% KEVLAR®, 2% Anti-Static Weight: 6.0 oz/yd² Plain Weave Colors: Navy(Standard), Royal Blue and Yellow(Optional) Supplier: Southern Mills Attributes: Flame resistant Heat resistant (to 750 degrees F) Proven durability from abrasion, cuts, tears Durable water repellent finish MILLENIA® LIGHT (CONVERTIBLE™ and TECHRESCUE™) Content: 40% PBO, 60% KEVLAR® Weight: 5.3 oz/yd² Ripstop Weave Colors: Gold Supplier: Southern Mills Attributes: Flame resistant Most thermally stable (1300+ degrees F) Highest cut, tear, and abrasion resistance Durable water repellent finish