How to choose the appropriate type of hand protection. By: Maureen Paraventi Hands are complex structures. They are strong and supple, flexible and capable of considerable functionality, but they also vulnerable to injury. The same collection of bones and muscles, joints and tendons that allow us to grip and lift heavy objects and perform precise movements…
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Protective Industrial Products, Inc. (“PIP®”), a global leader in personal protective equipment (PPE), including hand and arm protection, above-the-neck protection, workwear and footwear, is thrilled to announce the launch of the new ATG® MaxiCut® Ultra™ Gloves, setting a new standard in cut-resistant hand protection. Combining trusted comfort and performance with industry-leading, patented ATG technologies, these…
Read More >>Magid is switching away from the traditional process of manufacturing micro-foam nitrile coated gloves, which wastes an enormous amount of drinkable water. The GP102 general purpose work glove’s foam nitrile palm coating uses no drinking water at all. Magid is putting this new coating onto a glove shell that’s made with 90 percent recycled GRS-certified yarn…
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Discover the pivotal role of glove coatings in worker hand protection across industries, environments and job requirements. By: Rick Pedley, Contributor Gloves are essential for protecting workers from a myriad of hazards, ranging from sharp objects and toxic substances to extreme temperatures and abrasive materials. However, different work environments require different levels of protection and…
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A simple path to solving safety issues. By: M.B. Sutherland, Contributor If it seems like all the PPE companies are making the same claims, it’s because they often are. But everyone can’t possibly be offering the best protection, the most comfortable PPE, the best value. Implementing a comprehensive wear testing program allows you to pit…
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The perfect medium-duty glove is now even better. Brass Knuckle® SmartCut™ (BKCR303) offers triple-threat benefits with A2 cut protection, amazing dexterity, and superior grip. Now improved with better tactile sensitivity, better fit, and the same great protection. OSHA estimates that over 70 percent of hand and arm injuries could be prevented with the proper protective…
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“The OSHA 1910.138 statute is instrumental in defining that the proper glove protection should be chosen when hazards are present. This selection process is a complex one when consumers realize the multiple hazards that a workforce can be exposed to, along with the vast amount of hand protection options in the market. At SHOWA, resources…
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“As a manufacturer that continues focusing its product development efforts on cut resistant gloves, the 2016 standard helped close the gaps between cut levels, particularly the A4 and A5 ranges. Furthermore, the added cut levels have allowed us to build products across all cut levels, while maintaining a focus on offering ground breaking technological advancements…
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“Impacto Protective Products understands that specific tasks need specific protection and offers a range of specialty gloves to provide the ultimate hand protection for any task. Specializing in anti-impact and anti-vibration hand protection, offering protection for almost any job, Impacto takes pride in developing quality protective equipment that conforms with many international safety standards.” Impacto…
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Magid has taken dexterity, comfort, and cut protection to the next level with its new 21G Technology. Significantly more comfortable than any other 21-gauge offerings on the market, 21G provides unparalleled dexterity in a cut-resistant glove that’s so thin and comfortable, it feels like working bare-handed. Ultra-Thin Work Gloves; Unparalleled Dexterity; Extreme Comfort; and Bare-Hand…
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