Technical textiles used in high temperature areas require additional
protective attributes such as welding protection, electric arc
protection, chemical protection etc. apart from high flame retardency
properties. Undoubtedly hot gas filters, heat protective workwear,
working gloves (heat protection), safety shoes, bullet proof vests
etc. demand high quality standards as far as their fabric and sewing
threads are concerned. Very strict international standards have
been set as most of these technical textiles are directly related to
safety of workers. Aramid threads, which are extensively used for
these applications are dealt in detail. Following are the contents:

.Aramid threads
.Meta-aramid threads
.Para-aramid threads
.Para-aramid/stainless steel bleaded threads
.Comparison of m-aramid and p-aramid threads