Product Focus: Hand Protection

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July 2014

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Trends in ... hand protection

‘Safety doesn’t require a productivity tradeoff’

July 1, 2014

Tracy Haas Depa

Because hand injuries are so prevalent among U.S. workers – 118,170 private-sector injuries in 2011, according to the 2014 edition of the National Safety Council’s “Injury Facts” – glove manufacturers are working to develop products aimed at reducing those numbers.

High-abrasion glove

June 23, 2014

The Material4X Original High-Abrasion Glove’s synthetic leather outperforms standard synthetic leather gloves and rivals the function and feel of natural leather.

Cut-resistant glove

June 22, 2014

The high-performance, cut-resistant Memphis Hero series provides higher levels of cut protection without sacrificing comfort.

Nitrile-palm gloves

June 22, 2014

TenActiv 18-gauge composite filament fiber level-4 cut-resistant knit with foam nitrile palms work gloves feature 1,617 grams of cut protection.

Welding and rigging glove

June 22, 2014

The Roll Cage Welding and Rigging Glove delivers complete hand protection for both welding and rigging, eliminating the need for a separate pair of gloves for each task.

Work gloves

June 22, 2014

OK-990 gloves are made from premium full-grain leather with a pre-curved design.

Nitrile powder-free industrial glove

June 22, 2014

The SemperGuard Nitrile powder-free industrial glove is designed to provide superior fit and feel without the risk of latex allergens.

Flame-resistant work gloves

June 22, 2014

FR Mechanics Hybrid work gloves are the ideal combination of protection, ruggedness and comfort.

Cut-resistant glove

June 22, 2014

Advanced engineering and high-performance fiber technology make the S-TEX 541 the most flexible high-cut-resistant glove around.

Padded glove

June 22, 2014

The Air Glove line features patented air bladder technology that has multiple air chambers, ensuring optimal glove functionality and durability.