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*COMMERCIAL ABU
Propper International ,is the only manufacturer that has been granted permission by the creator and

copyright holder of the Air Force Digital Tiger Stripe pattern to produce and sell a commercial version of

the U.S. Air Force Airman Battle Uniform (ABU).
Construction and materials used MILSPEC commercial ABU in 50/50 NYCO
and meets  Mil Specs as  being issued by the U.S.AF, and has Near Infrared (NIR) technology with permanent press finish.
*The 100% Cotton Ripstop  ABU for personnel requiring a 100% cotton garment for their application

eg: electricians, welders, or firefighters,is NIR-compliant, but does not have a permanent press

finish.The Commercial  ABU is assembled at Propper International manufacturing  in the Dominican Republic, a GSA-approved country.

 

*NIR TECHNOLOGY
Near Infrared (NIR) Signature Management Technology used by the U.S. DOD to prevent

detection by NIR Image Converters. The photocathode devices don't detect temperatures,

they detect infrared radiation variances. NIR-compliant uniforms allows soldiers to appear at

the same radiation level as the area,making them more difficult to detect. NIR also make uniforms less

visible in low-light.
*The uniforms on our website that are approved for military operations are in the *Approved Military

category.
*Products based on military uniforms ( ACU) without NIR are in *Propper Commerce category

 

*What is UPF? Good Question:
UPF rating is a newer rating sytem used for sunlight protection garments and fabrics.Ultraviolet

Protection Factor.

 

*Gore-Tex
This material is used in a  variety of applications like

high performance fabrics, medical implants, filter

media, insulation for wires & cables, gaskets, and

sealants. However, It is best known for its use in protective rain wear.

 

*Laundering
Fabric softeners and bleach should be avoided. tumble dry on low heat settings ONLY.