Lakeland Industries, Inc. has announced its California PPE Recon, Inc. subsidiary, will host a grand opening of “California PPE, Fresno”, a new state-of-the-art facility providing compliant decontamination, inspection and repair services to California Fire Departments and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1850 training.
The 9,800 sq. ft. facility contains all new equipment providing cleaning under the new National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1850 guidelines.
Alongside a set of standards establishing requirements for the selection, care and maintenance of firefighting protective ensembles to reduce health and safety risks associated with improper maintenance, contamination or damage.
Equipment includes Circul-Air Genius extractors for advanced and specialized cleaning and commercial Juki sewing machines for repairs.
The facility’s UL verification status as a registered ISP is pending.
The facility will also provide NFPA 1850 classes to train Fire Departments in the new standards and labor code laws within California, focusing on the selection, care and maintenance of firefighter PPE and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
California PPE will host its first NFPA 1850 class on 304 March 2026, for fire department personnel.
The class will be followed with a grand opening and open house lunch on Wednesday 4 March, open to all fire departments to visit the facility and meet the staff.
Jim Jenkins, Chief Executive Officer of Lakeland explained: “Our second full PPE service and repair site in California will enhance our coverage range and fire department support across the state.
“With the largest number of firefighters in the United States, California is a critical market to expand our services in. California PPE’s customer service, attention to detail and efficiency have built an outstanding reputation for quality service and a track record of strong customer satisfaction.
“We continue to invest in expanding its reach and capabilities to help fire departments reduce exposure risks and extend the life of their protective gear.
“We look forward to meeting fire department personnel at the upcoming grand opening.”
