Arc flash PPE is an important part of electrical safety for workers who may be exposed to arc flash hazards. The HSE guidance on personal protective equipment at work explains how PPE should be selected and used, while the IET guidance on arc flash hazards notes that PPE should generally be treated as a last line of defense after risks have been assessed and controlled through safer systems of work.
The following list is in no particular order. Each provider has been reviewed based on publicly available information about its arc flash PPE, protective workwear, risk assessment support, case studies where available and customer feedback where this could be found. We have referenced case studies but have not supplied links as to not be seen to be endorsing or favoring any particular supplier and where a supplier has a featured sponsored listing this will of course be clearly displayed.
1. OHEAP Fire & Security
What OHEAP says about its arc flash PPE
OHEAP Fire & Security offers PPE and workwear through its protective workwear division and online safety supply store. Its PPE and workwear page says its range includes industry-grade PPE, flame-retardant workwear, arc flash clothing, heat sealing and embroidery services. OHEAP also says its wider workwear range includes arc protection, fire retardancy, waterproofing, thermal insulation and high visibility options.
OHEAP has also published guidance on arc flash PPE suppliers and categories, explaining arc flash risks, PPE categories and the role of arc-rated clothing for people working around electrical equipment.
Arc flash PPE service focus
OHEAP appears to be a broad PPE and workwear supplier rather than a specialist arc flash-only provider. Its workwear offer may be useful for businesses that want arc flash clothing alongside other protective workwear, safety footwear, first aid equipment, embroidery and general PPE supply. Its PPE product page also references standards including thermal arc hazard protection under IEC 61482.
Case study
We could not find a named public case study specifically focused on OHEAP’s arc flash PPE supply.
However, OHEAP does provide educational content on arc flash PPE. Its arc flash PPE supplier guide covers PPE categories, arc flash causes, risk groups and the difference between arc flash clothing and flame-resistant clothing. This can still be useful for employers comparing suppliers and trying to understand the level of PPE needed before purchasing.
What customers say
Public review evidence for OHEAP is limited. A Trustpilot profile for OHEAP Fire & Security exists, but it shows a very small review volume, so it should not be treated as a representative customer sample.
Why they could be a good fit
OHEAP could suit organisations that want arc flash clothing as part of a broader PPE and workwear supply arrangement. It may be a useful option for businesses that also need embroidered workwear, general PPE, safety footwear and other workplace safety products from one supplier.
2. Strata Protection
What Strata Protection says about its arc flash PPE
Strata Protection specialises in arc flash and flame-resistant protective clothing. The Strata Protection website lists products including arc-rated trousers, jeans, T-shirts, polo shirts and other workwear, with garments showing arc ratings such as ARC2 and ATPV values. The company also states that its clothing is globally certified, offers next day shipping and can be delivered worldwide.
Strata also highlights women’s arc flash clothing, saying it has designed a fully inclusive and fully certified womenswear collection.
Arc flash PPE service focus
Strata Protection appears particularly focused on comfortable, modern arc flash clothing for engineers and electrical workers. Its product range includes arc-rated workwear for men and women, with a visible emphasis on fit, comfort and day-to-day usability, rather than only heavy-duty switching suits.
Case study
Strata’s public “Strata at Work” content includes video-led field examples showing electrical engineers and site managers using protective clothing in real-world environments. These examples can be found through the Strata Protection homepage, including examples involving solar farm equipment, maintenance inspections and high voltage electrical work.
These are not formal written case studies in the same sense as customer success stories, but they do show the type of working environments Strata is targeting, including renewables, solar farms and high voltage electrical work.
What customers say
Strata publishes customer comments on the Strata Protection website. Feedback mentions product quality, fit and fast supply, including comments from named individuals associated with Exeltech, GE Energy and Siemens. Because these are supplier-published testimonials rather than independent third-party reviews, they are useful but should be weighed differently from open review platforms.
Why they could be a good fit
Strata Protection could suit electrical contractors, renewable energy teams, utilities and engineering businesses that need certified arc flash clothing but also care about wearer comfort, fit and modern garment design. Its women’s arc flash clothing range may also be relevant for employers looking to improve PPE fit across a mixed workforce.
3. Skanwear
What Skanwear says about its arc flash PPE
Skanwear describes itself as a leading arc and flame protective clothing brand. Its about Skanwear page says its garments are engineered for engineers, with a focus on style, comfort, durability and protection. The company also says it designs and manufactures its STRATA brand in-house and supplies globally compliant, lightweight protective clothing and PPE for the electrical industry.
The Skanwear website lists a broad range of arc flash and flame-retardant workwear, including trousers, overalls, jackets, shirts, sweatshirts, outerwear, switching suits, ladieswear, base layers, gloves, helmets and visors.
Arc flash PPE service focus
Skanwear appears to be positioned for larger organisations and global teams that need standardised arc flash PPE, training resources, product allocation control and compliance visibility. Its services also include Safeline, global distribution, arc flash training and bespoke services. The company’s contract updates, including its global power technology leader contract announcement, reinforce this enterprise-focused positioning.
Case study
Skanwear has several strong public case-study-style examples. In one example, Skanwear says it supported a global rollout of arc flash and flame-resistant clothing across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia, covering more than 2,000 employees for a major data centre provider. The project also included arc awareness and education support, learning materials and bespoke video training content.
Skanwear also has a public ABB contract example, where it says it created a bespoke inherent arc clothing range and helped support global PPE compliance, protection and brand image across 82 countries.
What customers say
The strongest customer feedback for Skanwear comes from its public case-study and contract content. In the data centre provider rollout example, the customer feedback describes Skanwear as an invaluable partner in supporting employee safety and protection globally. In the ABB contract example, ABB’s category manager says Skanwear had demonstrated that it was more than a product supplier and could support diverse global safety needs.
Why they could be a good fit
Skanwear could be a strong fit for global or multi-site organisations that need more than individual garment supply. It may be particularly relevant for employers that want standardised arc flash PPE, consistent branding, central ordering controls, training resources and compliance support across different countries or operating regions.
4. Arc Flash Protection by J & K Ross
What J & K Ross says about its arc flash PPE
Arc Flash Protection is a specialist J & K Ross site focused on arc flash PPE and safety. The Arc Flash Protection website lists arc flash workwear, gloves, helmets, visors, outdoor wear, ArcBan clothing, trousers, overalls, coveralls, coats and jackets. It also says ArcBan is lightweight, comfortable and made from high-performance protective textiles.
The site states on its arc flash PPE page that arc flash PPE should only be purchased after an arc flash study has been carried out, so that the risks are properly calculated and the required level of protection is understood.
Arc flash PPE service focus
J & K Ross appears to focus strongly on correct PPE specification, traceability and risk assessment alignment. The Arc Flash Protection website says it partners with Electrical Safety UK to identify and calculate arc flash hazards using IEEE 1584, helping customers choose PPE based on residual risk.
Its arc flash study page explains the assessment process, including incident energy calculations, boundary distances, equipment labelling, PPE recommendations and staff training.
Case study
J & K Ross is featured in a United Utilities sustainable sourcing case study. The case study says J & K Ross had two framework agreements with United Utilities, one for PPE and workwear and another for branded uniform needs. It also says the frameworks were awarded to J & K Ross at the end of 2021 and started in January 2022.
The same United Utilities case study says the relationship with J & K Ross continued to grow through monthly supplier relationship management, and that J & K Ross was actively involved in responsible sourcing principles, workshops and conversations with United Utilities and other suppliers.
What customers say
The case study provides the strongest public customer evidence. It describes J & K Ross as a trusted supplier and says the company was keen to support waste reduction, carbon reduction and supply chain improvements. J & K Ross also states in the same case study that it had supplied PPE to United Utilities for over 20 years.
There is also public industry coverage stating that J & K Ross won a five-year PPE contract with Northern Powergrid, complementing an existing arc flash protective clothing agreement that had been in place since 2012.
Why they could be a good fit
J & K Ross could suit organisations that need specialist arc flash PPE backed by risk assessment support and product traceability. It may be especially relevant for utilities, infrastructure, power distribution, electrical contractors and organisations that want PPE specified after an arc flash study rather than bought as a generic product.
Final takeaway
For employers looking at arc flash PPE suppliers, the strongest public enterprise-level case study evidence appears to come from Skanwear and J & K Ross. Skanwear stands out for global rollout, Safeline ordering and compliance management, particularly for multinational engineering and data centre environments. J & K Ross stands out for specialist arc flash PPE and risk assessment-led specification, particularly through its Electrical Safety UK partnership and long-term utility-sector supply evidence.
Strata Protection appears strongest for modern, certified arc flash clothing with a strong emphasis on comfort, fit and inclusive womenswear. OHEAP appears better suited to businesses that want arc flash PPE within a wider workwear and safety supplies package, including embroidery, general PPE, safety footwear and fire safety products.
Before choosing a supplier, employers should ask for evidence of garment certification, IEC 61482 compliance where relevant, arc rating information, compatibility between garments and accessories, sample product data sheets, sizing support, delivery timelines and guidance on whether an arc flash study is needed before PPE selection. Where PPE is being used for residual risk, it should sit within a wider risk management process rather than being treated as the only control measure.
