Abstract: Fabrics and garments are disclosed that have dual protection against molten metal splashes and electrical arc flashes. The fabrics can be made from spun yarns containing an intimate blend of fibers. The fibers contained in each yarn can include wool fibers, flame resistant cellulose fibers, and nylon fibers. In one aspect, relatively long wool fibers are incorporated into the yarns.

Abstract: Fabrics and garments are disclosed that have dual protection against flash fires and electrical arc flashes. The fabrics can be made from spun yarns containing an intimate blend of fibers. The fibers contained in each yarn can include modacrylic fibers, natural cellulose fibers, and inherently flame resistant fibers.

Abstract: A garment has a particular stitched seam that very effectively cooperates with a seam sealing tape to provide an effective and long lasting seal at the seam. First and second portions of the fabric are joined together by a stitched seam comprising a 300 class stitch with Top stitch, using about Tex 30 or smaller thread, and the seam sealing tape seals the stitched seam. The thread may comprise a polyester continuous filament sewing thread size Tex 30-10, with about 8-10 stitches per inch. The 300 class stitch may comprise a plain stitch, and the stitched seam may comprise a superimposed seam. The seam is readily produced using either a Single or Double Lockstitch Machine which contains one or two needles, one or two hooks, and one or two bobbins, respectively.