Elbeco HeroGuard™ Nomex® Battalion Long Sleeve Shirt | SM1002NV

Overview of the Elbeco HeroGuard Nomex Battalion Long Sleeve Shirt | SM1002NV

When your shirt is part of your protective ensemble, there is no room for a garment that falls short under heat and stress. Firefighters and paramedics need a uniform top that self-extinguishes on contact with flame, moves with the body during patient lifts and equipment carries, and still looks sharp for community-facing calls. The Elbeco HeroGuard Nomex Battalion Long Sleeve Shirt SM1002NV answers every one of those demands.

Built by LION for Elbeco, this navy uniform shirt is constructed from a 93% Nomex / 5% Kevlar / 2% static-dissipative fiber blend and is certified to NFPA 1970 standards. Its inherent flame resistance cannot wash or wear out over the life of the garment, giving fire departments and EMS agencies confidence that protection is always present.

The shirt features a hidden snap front closure for fast donning and doffing, box-pleated chest pockets with dual-access utility compartments, a 2-ply yoke, a dedicated pen pocket, five military creases, and dual communication wire access openings in the side seams. An estimated wear life of four years rounds out the value proposition.

Key Features

• Fabric Composition: 93% Nomex / 5% Kevlar / 2% static dissipative fiber
• NFPA Certified: Meets NFPA 1970 standards for professional firefighter and EMS uniform garments
• Inherent Flame Resistance: Self-extinguishes and will not melt, drip, or support combustion in air; FR qualities are permanent and will not wash or wear out
• Low Shrinkage Under Flame Exposure: Fabric shrinkage is minimized during flame contact, reducing the risk of hot fabric contacting skin
• Hidden Snap Front Closure: Allows faster donning and doffing; snap hardware is concealed behind a placket for a clean, professional appearance
• Box-Pleated Chest Pockets: Two chest pockets with mitered corners, scalloped flaps with hook-and-loop closures and decorative buttons, and dual-access utility compartments
• 2-Ply Yoke: Reinforced yoke construction for added durability at a high-wear stress point
• Dedicated Pen Pocket: Built-in pen pocket on the chest for quick access to writing instruments
• Five Military Creases: Sewn-in creases deliver a sharp, inspection-ready appearance that holds through wear and washing
• Dual Communication Wire Access: Two openings in the side seams route radio wires discreetly through the shirt
• Shoulder Loop Tabs: Epaulet loops on both shoulders for rank insignia slides
• Machine Washable: Easy-care maintenance keeps the shirt ready for every shift
• Estimated Wear Life: Four years under normal professional use conditions
• Available in Regular and Tall Lengths: Sizes XS through 6XL in both Regular and Tall cuts

Specifications

Compatibility

The SM1002NV is designed to be worn as a station uniform shirt and coordinates directly with other items in the Elbeco HeroGuard Nomex line, including matching duty pants and cargo pants. The Midnight Navy colorway meets the uniform requirements of most fire departments and EMS agencies that specify a navy station uniform.

Size and Length Fit Notes

• Regular length is sized for standard torso lengths and is the appropriate choice for most wearers.
• Tall length adds additional body length for taller individuals; if you regularly buy tall in other uniform shirts, select Tall here.
• The updated cut features an enhanced fit compared to previous Elbeco Nomex styles; if you are transitioning from an older Elbeco station shirt, you may find the current fit slightly more tailored.
• This shirt is a men's cut; Elbeco offers separate women's-fit HeroGuard Nomex shirts for female personnel.

This shirt is not rated for structural firefighting turnout use. It is a station and EMS uniform shirt, designed to be worn as part of a layered PPE system and compliant with NFPA 1970 station/work uniform standards, not NFPA 1971 structural firefighting protective ensemble standards.

Intended Users

The Elbeco HeroGuard Nomex Battalion Long Sleeve Shirt SM1002NV is purpose-built for the professionals who face heat and flame as part of their daily work environment.

Firefighters at career and combination departments rely on NFPA 1970-certified station wear as the foundational layer under turnout gear. This shirt meets that certification, providing inherent flame resistance during station duties, apparatus response, and any situation where turnout gear has not been donned.

Paramedics and EMTs who work on fire-based EMS units need a uniform shirt that looks professional, moves freely during patient care, and can be washed and returned to service quickly. The machine-washable construction and sharp military creases make the SM1002NV practical for back-to-back shifts.

Fire apparatus engineers and company officers who want consistent, inspection-ready appearance across an entire crew will find the five sewn-in military creases and clean hidden snap placket ideal for meeting department dress standards.

EMS supervisors and battalion chiefs who wear a station uniform during oversight and community engagement duties benefit from the polished appearance and durable four-year estimated service life.

What's Included

• 1 x Elbeco HeroGuard Nomex Battalion Long Sleeve Shirt (SM1002NV) in the selected size and length

Not included: Rank insignia slides, name tags, or embroidered patches. Contact WCUniforms for information on customization and embroidery services.

Variant SKUs and UPCs

Available at WCUniforms

WCUniforms is a specialty retailer focused on uniforms, tactical gear, and public safety equipment, serving firefighters, paramedics, law enforcement officers, and other professionals across the United States. Unlike broad-market retailers, WCUniforms carries professional-grade station wear from trusted manufacturers like Elbeco, so you get the right gear with the expert support to back it up. Shop the complete Elbeco HeroGuard Nomex line, including matching pants and short-sleeve shirts, at wcuniforms.com.