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Bruck Group. Darren O’Loughlin Damian Arthur +61 3 94743000 www.bruck.com.au. Introduction. Australia’s largest manufacturer of woven fabrics Founded in 1946 Major supplier to the Australian Defence Force of Combat and Non-Combat Apparel fabrics since 1970
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Bruck Group Darren O’Loughlin Damian Arthur +61 3 94743000 www.bruck.com.au
Introduction • Australia’s largest manufacturer of woven fabrics • Founded in 1946 • Major supplier to the Australian Defence Force of Combat and Non-Combat Apparel fabrics since 1970 • Fully vertical operation with warping, weaving, dyeing, printing, coating, finishing and lamination within one facility
R&D Bruck is involved in research projects for future capabilities working with Australia’s leading R&D organizations including: • Defence Science & Technology organization (DSTO) • Commonwealth Science & Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) • Royal Melbourne Institute of Tech (RMIT) These projects continue to focus on developing fabrics to improve soldier comfort, protection and operational conditions
Military Product Range • Camouflage Combat uniform fabric • Waterproof breathable laminated fabric for wet weather jackets and trousers • Windproof breathable laminate fabric for cold weather outerwear • 100% Cotton flame retardant Tank Crew uniform fabric • Nomex® flight suit fabric • Chemical Biological protective laminated fabrics • High Performance Merino Wool blend knits for cold weather undergarments • Flame retardant windproof breathable laminate fabric for cold weather outerwear • Anti-ballistic fabrics for personal and vehicle armour
Chemical Biological (CB) Protective Laminate fabric • next generation fabric being developed in conjunction with DSTO • Non Disclosure Agreement in place • the CB fabric is currently under final stages of evaluation at DSTO • providing optimum protection against relevant threats • enhanced comfort via weight reduction • inherent FR laminate including no melt or drip • water & oil repellent
FR Field Outerwear • inherent FR laminate • no melt or drip • enhanced comfort • high insulation • excellent breathability • excellent mechanical resistance • very good water repellence (wash durable) • waterproof
High Performance Merino Wool Blend (FR knit) • Fine micron wool can be worn against skin without discomfort or irritation • Inherently fire retardant • No melt or drip • Antistatic • High comfort level, attributed to superior moisture management and stretch properties of selected knits • Stretch and recovery properties of these knits allow for a close fit • Three weights available for layering or single layer use, depending on climate, protection requirements etc (170gsm, 210gsm & 280gsm)
Bruck Group Darren O’Loughlin Damian Arthur +61 3 94743000 www.bruck.com.au