Rosenbauer Expands Wildfire Equipment For Fire Departments

At the 'Retter Wels', 'Sobra Radgona' and 'Florian Dresden' firefighting trade fairs, Rosenbauer is presenting another innovation from the field of personal protective equipment in the form of the GLOROS F10 gloves, thereby expanding its product range for wildfire operations.

At the same time, the GAROS G10 wildfire protection suit, which was already presented in June, will be on display for the first time. Visitors to the trade fairs will also have the opportunity to have a first exclusive look at the prototype of the new HEROS H10 wildfire helmet, which is expected to be available in the fall of 2024.

GLOROS F10: Comfortable to wear operational glove

The GLOROS F10 operational glove was developed specifically for wildfire operations

The GLOROS F10 operational glove was developed specifically for wildfire operations. It offers excellent dexterity, tactility, as well as good grip. Like the upcoming HEROS H10, it is also suitable for technical rescue (THL) and, in addition to its excellent mechanical strength (EN 388 or ISO 16073-4), also protects against contact heat up to 100 °C and limited flame formation (EN 407).

Due to the materials used and the ergonomic cut, the glove provides optimum comfort during all activities, such as working with a fire swatter or a hoe and effectively protects against hand injuries (cuts, punctures, abrasions, etc.) that can typically occur when working in the forest or on vehicles that have been involved in an accident.

The palm is protected by durable cowhide full grain leather, which is additionally reinforced between the thumb and index finger. The surface of the back of the hand is protected by flame-retardant modified acrylic.

Featuring special nylon fiberglass lining

A special nylon fiberglass lining ensures the necessary cut resistance on the palm, and a comfort fleece on the inside effectively draws away moisture and heat. The wrist is finished with a knitted aramid cuff, which allows the glove to dock perfectly with the sleeve of the protective suit jacket.

In addition, the GLOROS F10 protects against short-term contact heat up to 100 °C and limited flame formation. The GLOROS F10 wildfire glove is available in sizes 5 to 13 and can be ordered now. Delivery will take place from January 2024.

GAROS G10: light, flexible, breathable

With the GAROS G10, Rosenbauer is launching its lightest protective suit ever

With the GAROS G10, Rosenbauer is launching its lightest protective suit ever. Available in two versions, either only for wildfire operations or in the GAROS G10 TR variant, as a combined wildfire and technical rescue protective suit, it combines minimal weight (well below 2 kg for jacket and trousers) and maximum freedom of movement with optimal wearing comfort.

Thanks to the ergonomic cut and excellent ventilation, even long, physically demanding deployments in the sweltering summer heat are possible without tiring.

Features include flame and heat resistance

With regard to flame and heat resistance, the GAROS G10 meets both the wildfire standard EN ISO 15384 (protective clothing for firefighting outdoors and related activities) and EN ISO 11612, in which the requirements for protection against brief exposure to high temperatures, such as sparks, falling branches, or hot objects are laid out.

In addition, the rescue operation variant of the protective suit (GAROS G10 TR) offers increased visibility in accordance with EN ISO 16689.

Protective suit has a single-layer fabric structure

The protective suit has a single-layer fabric structure made from a viscose-aramid antistatic mixture, which feels particularly comfortable on the skin. The thin layer of fabric reliably dissipates body heat to the exterior, while additional ventilation openings under the armpits ensure efficient heat and moisture dissipation.

The patched, breathable reflective stripes help to prevent heat build-up. Overall, the vapor permeability of the GAROS G10 is more than four times better than that of waterproof protective firefighting suits for indoor attacks.

HEROS H10: Extremely resistant head protection

The new HEROS H10 was developed especially for fighting forest and wildfires (EN 16471)

The new HEROS H10 was developed especially for fighting forest and wildfires (EN 16471), and ensures the necessary protection against heat and flame exposure in forest and wildfires.

Thanks to a new type of helmet shell, it is extremely resistant to mechanical impacts and also meets the standards for technical rescue (EN 16473), aerial and water rescue (EN 12492, EN 1385), and for occupational and industrial safety helmets (EN 397).

At the same time, at a planned weight of approx. 750 g (without accessories), the helmet weighs less than any other helmet from the HEROS series and offers the same wearing comfort as Rosenbauer's high-performance firefighting helmets - HEROS Titan and HEROS H30.

Interior fittings allow optimum adaptation

The interior fittings, which are the same for all HEROS helmets in the headband area, allow optimum adaptation to the individual head shape and ensure a perfect fit in every operational situation. In addition, an extensive range of accessories will be available for the HEROS H10.

The new HEROS H10 wildfire helmet, which will be offered in sizes 48 to 67, is expected to be available in the fall of 2024.

Portable wildland fire pump set

The personal Rosenbauer wildfire protection equipment is supplemented by a portable, three-piece extinguishing set, which can already be ordered online. It consists of a compact wildfire pump, including suction hose on a comfortable backpack and two backpacks with water-carrying fittings and pressure hoses or wetting agent including cartridge holder.

A wildfire team consisting of two emergency crew members is therefore immediately equipped for a firefighting operation, even in impassable terrain.