BitePRO Debuts STRONGTEX Range To Boost Safety With Anti-Ligature Clothing

WETHERBY, UK, April 10th, 2024 – In a significant move aimed at enhancing safety within healthcare and custodial environments, BitePRO has unveiled its latest innovation, STRONGTEX. This new line of advanced anti-ligature clothing is designed to protect healthcare professionals, public-facing workers, and vulnerable individuals. The launch underscores BitePRO's commitment to safety and its reputation for providing reliable protective solutions.

Robert Kaiser, the Founder and CEO of BitePRO, shared insights into the objectives behind STRONGTEX's development. "Our primary goal was to mitigate the risk of self-harm or suicide among individuals in healthcare and custodial settings," he explained. Kaiser emphasized the importance of comfort in the design of anti-ligature clothing, noting that it plays a crucial role in supporting the wearer's recovery and self-esteem, particularly during extended periods of use.

"Comfortable garments are likely to result in less severe behavioural disturbances, thereby reducing the risk posed to the individual and others," Kaiser added. The company also released a video interview with Kaiser and Jim Still, Director of Business Development, discussing STRONGTEX's features and benefits: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5zfLB5dKRk.

STRONGTEX garments are crafted from an exceptionally strong fabric that prevents the creation of ligatures long enough for attachment to anchor points or ingestion. This innovative feature aims to prevent self-harm and suicides among those involuntarily placed in seclusion. Additionally, STRONGTEX clothing is washable at 71C (160F), fire-retardant, durable, sturdy, anti-tear, and meets international standards such as ISO 13937 for fabric tear properties.

Looking ahead, BitePRO plans to expand the STRONGTEX range with customizable options. These enhancements may include new fabric colours and design modifications. Furthermore, the company anticipates introducing anti-ligature bedding to the collection in autumn/winter 2024, further broadening its protective offerings.

The introduction of STRONGTEX by BitePRO marks a significant advancement in protective clothing for those at risk within healthcare and custodial settings. With its focus on safety, comfort, and durability, STRONGTEX is poised to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of individuals in vulnerable situations.