A Cleveland-based manufacturer of protective apparel for industrial safety applications — has acquired the Spentex? brand of flame-resistant (FR) safety apparel from Global Safety Labs (GSL) Inc. — a Tulsa-based manufacturer of fire protection apparel and fire suppression products for the petrochemical, electrical power, molten metal, fire service and military/government industries.
Spentex inherently FR fabric features a combination of carbon and proprietary strengthening fibers. The fabric is lightweight and offers high moisture regain, durability, breathability and moisture-wicking properties; and requires only normal laundering and maintenance, according to GSL.
NSA's FR protective apparel portfolio also includes ArcGuard? task-based garments and gear, base layers, workwear, fleece sweatshirts and outerwear for arc flash and fire protection, rainwear, high-visibility apparel, and various thermal protection apparel and accessories.
"This acquisition is a testament to National Safety Apparel's strong desire to remain the industry leader in offering cutting edge, innovative products," said Chuck Grossman, president and CEO, NSA. "We are very excited to add the Spentex brand products to our lineup of premium safety apparel."
"This transaction is a great fit for both parties," said Marty Rowland, CEO, GSL. "NSA gets a great brand in Spentex and this divestiture allows GSL to focus on our innovative Firebane? fire suppression technology going forward."
