The undergarments you wear play a large part in your comfort and safety, especially if you work in a dangerous environment. Most people are aware of the importance of high-quality undergarments when the temperatures dip down low. However, comparably few understand why Flame Resistant Organizational Gear (FROG) undergarments are so important in the context of a flash safety environment.
The Merits of FROG Military Thermal Underwear
Working in an environment that poses the threat of combustion, fire, extreme heat or extreme cold requires considerable preparation and protection. FROG military thermal underwear is one of the most important components of that protection. Even if heat or flames move through your outermost layer of gear, your FROG military thermal underwear will provide an invaluable last layer of protection.
FROG military thermal underwear is military-approved, meaning it is built to withstand the rigors of battle including flames and inclement weather. These garments are treated with specialized chemical additives for flame-resistance. Our FROG products are available as both silk and midweight tops and bottoms. We also have military-approved non-FROG silk and fleece weight undergarments.
Any Old Undergarment Will Not Suffice
Traditional “long johns” will certainly help keep you warm in the winter months yet they are not enough, especially for those who work in roles that have the potential to lead to flash fire exposure. Flash fires occur when gas, vapor, dust or another flammable particle is ignited in the air. This type of fire is particularly dangerous as its flame moves quickly, spreading from the ignition source to surrounding areas in mere seconds. Even brief contact with such heat can prove deadly. This is precisely why Army Navy Outdoors is proud to carry FROG undergarments.
The majority of the garments on the market do not provide protection against flash fire. Only a small segment of these garments provides fully certified protection against flash fire. In these events polyester thermals which is essentially plastic, will melt causing more Skin damage. Cotton thermals, although will not melt will quickly ignite and increase the risk of fire injury.Choose certified military FROG thermal underwear and you will be able to work or serve in full confidence knowing you have a last line of defense against potentially deadly heat.
The Comfortable Layer of Protection You Need and Deserve
Military thermal underwear is one part function, one part form. FROG thermal undergarments carefully selected to protect against flames without sacrificing comfort and utility. The selection of flame-resistant undergarments are flexible, breathable and comfortable, empowering you to give your all without restriction or worry.
Click through our selection of military thermal underwear, get a sense of the different options, will find these garments are protective yet also designed to keep you comfortable. Military thermal undergarments are made to be high-performance, contain wicking properties to combat moisture and even feature antimicrobial components to eliminate bacteria while keeping odor to a minimum. The clean seam construction combined with flame retardant fibers qualify our undergarments the industry’s best.
FROG Military Thermal Undergarment Layers
- Level I
- Level II
- Level III
Let’s take a look at a couple examples of military thermal undergarments that will keep you warm and well-protected even in extreme conditions. ECWCS, an acronym short for Extended Cold Weather Clothing System are uniform compliant, meaning they are sufficient for both on-duty and off-duty use.
Level I thermal or FROG base layer is what is closest to your skin for the purpose of not only protection but wicking perspiration away from your skin keeping you dry which equals warm.The Silk Weight FROG layer also has great warmth properties and still traps a good amount of heat.During active condition this may be all you need.A perfect layer from everything from hiking, snowboarding to work.
Level II is one of the premier FROG undergarments. This flame-resistant thermal will help your skin breathe, keep you warm and provide the flexibility you need to remain comfortable and fully functional in nearly every environment. This pullover is no-melt spark resistant, fully breathable and dries surprisingly quickly. Whether you need a reliable undergarment to wear while outdoors in the dead of winter or work in a space that poses the threat of fire or combustion, this FROG mid layer thermal will get the job done.
is a breathable mid weight fleece that can be used both with the level I base layer when temperatures are at freezing or by itself when its not as cold.The breathability aspect is vital in order to prevent you from trapping in preparation so they are designed in a grid pattern and include breathable side panels.
Once you get above Level II you would enter Level III fleece with are not part of the FROG system but offer the warmth and protection you need in colder conditions.We have a lot more on layering in other blogs.
What Else is There?
Not everyone may need the protection of Flame Resistant Organizational Gear but still need the warmth of the ECWCS system. There are still plenty of options made for military use that fit the needs of everyday life with the same great feel and function of the silk and midweight breathable design. You will love the same features that wicks away sweat, prevents odor and also guards against the threat of bacteria.
Getting the right thermal layer combination is the key to staying warm this winter and the military knows how to stay both warm and safe.