Technical Data Sheets Materials for Defence & Protection Fabrics for Helmets Fothergill Engineered Fabrics Ltd. recognises the criticality of the ballistic characteristics on fabrics for use in the manufacture of helmets. It has over many years developed techniques which allow for the production of fabric with precise control of specific properties in both loomstate and finished fabrics. In addition it has, through its extensive contacts, established over time the capability to offer impregnated materials for helmet manufacture supplied to customer's exact specifications in a variety of resin systems and techniques. Fothergill has the capability and equipment to weave a wide range of styles and fabric weights. Fibre Type FEF Style No Weight Nylon 66 D0310/209C 290 gsm Kevlar D0516/000 268 gsm Kevlar D0532/001 460 gsm Kevlar D0685/000 410 gsm Kevlar D0694/001 300 gsm Kevlar D0703/000 410 gsm Twaron D0605/001 460 gsm Twaron D0652/000 270 gsm Twaron D0687/000 460 gsm Twaron D0714/000 410 gsm Fothergill has the capability to weave most fabrics and widths with the flexibility of our approach. Our own in-house testing ballistic range ensures performance requirements are met. Our quality standards are recognised as superior throughout the world. Our facilities are certified and we were the first weaving company in the world to be ISO 9002 approved, since upgraded to ISO 9001. Back