Flame resistant fabrics are used in various applications, including work wear, firefighting uniforms, law enforcement services, transport and residential & commercial furnishings, in order to minimize fire hazards. Flame resistant fabrics are being used increasingly in various application sectors due to improvement in technologies and implementation of stringent regulations. These fabrics are preferred in industries such as chemical, oil & gas and electrical, wherein exposure to fire and risk of fire accidents is high.

 

 

 

This study on flame resistant fabrics market provides the global scenario of the market in terms of volume (million square meters) and revenue (USD million). The report provides estimates for 2013 and forecast from 2014 to 2020. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the market dynamics under the industry analysis chapter. The study provides a better understanding of key industry players with value chain analysis. The flame resistant fabric market study also focuses on competition in the industry with a detailed explanation of the Porter’s five forces model. Additionally, the report throws light on market dynamics such as market drivers, restraints or challenges and opportunities of flame resistant fabrics. 

 

 

 

The report segments the global flame resistant fabric market based on key applications such as industrial protective clothing, law enforcement and firefighting services, transport and others such as home textiles. It provides analysis of the key regional markets for flame resistant fabrics such as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Rest of the World (RoW). Regional segmentation includes key application market in each region. This study includes regional as well as application market in terms of volume (million square meters) and revenue (USD million). The flame resistant fabrics report also provides analysis of key applications with the help of the market attractiveness tool.

 

 

 

The study on flame resistant fabrics also provides market share of key companies for 2013. Fabric and fiber manufacturers covered in the report include E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Milliken & Company, TenCate, PBI Performance Products, Gun Ei Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Huntsman Corporation, Kaneka Corporation, Lenzing AG, Solvay S.A., Teijin Aramid BV, and Toyobo Co., Ltd.. Company profiles include attributes such as company overview, financial overview (2011 to 2013), product portfolio (specific to the market), business strategies, and recent developments. 

 

 

 

Primary research represents the bulk of our research efforts, supplemented by an extensive secondary research. We reviewed key players’ product literature, annual reports, press releases, and relevant documents for competitive analysis and market understanding. Secondary research also includes a search of recent trade, technical writing, internet sources, and statistical data from government websites, trade associations, and agencies. This has proven to be the most reliable, effective and successful approach for obtaining precise market data, capturing industry participants’ insights and recognizing business opportunities. 

 

 

 

Secondary research sources that are typically referred to include company websites, annual reports, financial reports, broker reports, investor presentations, and SEC filings, internal and external proprietary databases and relevant patent and regulatory databases. Other sources include national government documents, statistical databases, and market reports, news articles, press releases and webcasts specific to the companies operating in the market. Secondary sources referred for the study on flame resistant fabrics include the Technical Textile and Nonwoven Association (TTNA), Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and company presentations.

 

 

 

The report segments the global flame resistant fabrics market as:

 

    Flame Resistant Fabrics Market - Application Analysis

        Industrial protective clothing

        Law enforcement and firefighting services

        Transport

        Others (Including home furnishings, etc.)

    Flame Resistant Fabrics Market - Regional Analysis

        North America

        Europe

        Asia Pacific

        Rest of the World (RoW)