PMCI August 2014 | Page 16

“The FR (fire resistant) Boonie design came to live as an answer to poor boonie designs available to soldiers here in the Netherlands. The requirements where: a comfortable fit without any irritation during prolonged wear, short brim and as little metal as possible. First concepts were made in-house and prototypes where to follow from our factory here in the EU. Late last year we were satisfied with the design and the first batches made. The final design is based around lightweight moist wicking FR and Non-FR material. This keeps the weight down and makes it easily packable when not worn. We believe it’s one of the most comfortable boonies out there on the market today.” Key Features: • • • • • • • • • • Lightweight fabrics Matching inside mesh Excellent moist wicking Fast drying ITW cordlocks 65/35 Polyester/Cotton Design Specifications Ergonomic fit Reinforced elements for prolonged wear Maximum cooling due to membrane air vents Short brim for optimal audio and visual situational awareness The company is currently on its 3rd Generation UBAX Top available in a wide range of patterns and solid colours. Key Features: • • • Applied Orange have produced the entire garment out of the ‘TenCate, Defender M’ They use a Fire resistant thread for all the stitching throughout this top. Both the UBAX Top and FDD Trouser & Jacket Uniform are all compatible with the D30 Hard protection Knee & Elbow range. More recently the Company have added to the by including the FDD range (Field Duty Design) which includes a Jacket and trouser Uniform providing complete outer garment protection. The Head Office also contains a showroom and they are able to design & manufacture specialist runs. www.appliedorange.com 16