Outer Shell | Milliken
Milliken Horizon™ is a lightweight, non-PFAS outer shell engineered for strength, durability, and lasting appearance. Powered by ColorSeal™ Technology, Horizon™ is designed to maintain its color and fabric integrity through repeated laundering, UV exposure, and demanding front-line use.
Horizon™ combines lightweight construction with high strength retention, fade resistance, and a non-PFAS durable water-repellent finish for structural firefighting applications.
Milliken reports 98.9% tear-strength retention following NFPA 1970-2025 multi-conditioning testing, supporting durability through demanding use and care.
Engineered to maintain deep Black and Gold color through repeated laundering and extended UV exposure.
At 6.8 oz/yd², Horizon™ provides a lightweight outer shell option designed to support mobility and reduce unnecessary garment weight.
Horizon™ uses non-PFAS material technology and is available as part of Ricochet certified non-PFAS structural turnout gear composites.
| Material Type | Structural firefighting outer shell |
|---|---|
| Weight | 6.8 oz/yd² |
| Fiber Blend | 50% para-aramid / 48% meta-aramid / 2% anti-static |
| Technology | ColorSeal™ Technology |
| Water Repellency | Non-PFAS durable water-repellent finish |
| Available Colors | Gold, Black |
Horizon™ is available in Gold and Black for Ricochet structural firefighting gear.
Horizon™ is the outer shell at the foundation of Ricochet's M² Maverick™ certified non-PFAS composite system.
The M² Maverick™ Package combines Milliken Horizon™ outer shell with qualifying thermal liner and Assure™ moisture barrier configurations to create certified non-PFAS structural turnout gear built around Ricochet's Maximum Mobility™ design.