To order custom PPE for your fire department, work with a supplier who can size each firefighter individually, match the right outershell, moisture barrier and thermal liner to your response profile. Every item should be delivered NFPA-compliant and ready to issue. Here's how the process works:
- Decide what your department needs and the material combinations based on your hazard profile and budget.
- Get each firefighter measured for a custom fit.
- Request a quote from a PPE supplier who handles custom orders.
1. Start With Your Requirements
Your department has a different risk profile from others, and your gear requirements should reflect this. Start by selecting the right combination of outershell, moisture barrier and thermal liner from an NFPA-compliant PPE manufacturer. A good supplier will walk you through the options and help you match materials to the work your people do.
2. Custom Sizing Is Where It Counts
Custom sizing is crucial for your firefighters' comfort and safety. Off-the-rack bunker gear does not fit every body type. To optimize fit and performance, measure each firefighter for coat length, sleeve length, inseam and chest girth. The benefits of a better fit are:
- Minimized thermal gaps at the wrists, waist and neck
- Improved range of motion
- Reduced fatigue during extended operations
3. Delivery That's Ready To Issue
How your gear arrives matters once it's been built or items like firefighter boots and gloves have been ordered. A hands-on supplier will bag and tag every set. When it shows up at your station, there's no sorting through boxes or guessing who gets what.
We're Here To Help
Bunker Gear Specialists has been outfitting municipal and industrial fire departments across Louisiana since 1998. We carry brands like Innotex, Bullard, Honeywell and Haix, and we handle custom sizing, ordering and in-person delivery. Contact us for a free quote or call 225-800-4501.
Frequently Asked Questions
Look through these common questions for more information about ordering custom PPE for your fire department.
What Brands of Bunker Gear Can I Choose From?
When selecting bunker gear, the range available depends on your supplier. BGS can mix and match outershells, moisture barriers and thermal liners across product lines to meet what your department needs.
How Long Does Custom Bunker Gear Take To Arrive?
The lead delivery times for your bunker gear vary by PPE manufacturer and material availability. Custom-sized turnout gear can take 8 to 12 weeks from order to delivery. Call ahead if you're on a tight timeline so your supplier can confirm availability.
Can I Order Individual Pieces Instead of Full Sets?
Often-replaced items like helmets and face shields, gloves and boots can be ordered individually. Many departments replace items on different cycles depending on wear and NFPA retirement dates. Get in touch with your supplier to talk about what you need.
Turn to Bunker Gear Specialists When Failure Isn't an Option
The Bunker Gear Specialists team wants to increase your safety with custom bunker gear sizing and highly organized bag-and-tag procedures. We promise only the highest-quality services. Contact us today for more information about your custom PEE.
