Moisture Barriers | GORE-TEX/GORE
GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® Innovate

The GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® Innovate Moisture Barrier is the latest advancement in protective barrier technology, designed for departments seeking gear made without intentionally added PFAS. Innovate delivers high-performance protection against blood-borne pathogens, body fluids, and NFPA common chemicals—while offering exceptional breathability and thermal stability.

Certified to NFPA 1971 (2018) and NFPA 1970 (71) (2025) standards, this barrier is part of Gore’s commitment to evolving firefighter safety through science-backed innovation.

Performance Benefits

• Heat Stress Management: Designed to help regulate body core temperature, supporting focus and endurance in high-stress environments
• Confidence in Protection: Built for structural firefighting, technical rescue, and EMS—where protection from fluids and chemicals is critical
• Sustainability Focus: Ideal for departments transitioning to PFAS-free PPE without compromising safety or comfort

Specifications

• Exterior Layer: Flame-resistant woven fabric (PFAS-free)
• Membrane: Proprietary WL Gore film
• Total Weight: Approx. 5.0 oz/yd²
• Color: Neutral (typically gold or tan)

Key Features

• PFAS-Free Design: Engineered without intentionally added PFAS; total fluorine ≤ 100 ppm2
• Advanced Liquid Protection: Blocks penetration from blood, body fluids, battery acid, hydraulic fluid, and other NFPA common chemicals 
• Superior Breathability: Allows heat and perspiration to escape efficiently, helping reduce the risk of heat stress during high intensity operations 
• Thermal Stability: Remains stable under extreme heat—won’t melt, stick, or ignite 
• Durability: Maintains performance after 25 wash/dry cycles and 5 convective heat exposures—2.5× the NFPA requirement 
• Component Recognition: Certified to NFPA 1970 (71) and compliant with EN 4691

Structural Packages that Include Innovate Moisture Barrier: