A Northeast Ohio-based company is expanding across the globe with a single mission: to protect the protectors. Founded in 1983, Fire-Dex supplies protective apparel to firefighters in more than 100 countries and all 50 states. The company started by providing gloves to first responders. Since then, Fire-Dex has expanded its personal protective equipment line to outfit firefighters from head to toe in innovative, safety-certified materials designed to fit better, breathe well and provide peace of…