SMI catalogue 2022 - Catalog - Page 105
UNDERSTANDING THE
VARIOUS SURFACES APPLIED
TO HAND PROTECTION
EN388:2016
Protection against mechanical hazards
EN 388
EN 374
EN 374-2:2003
Protection against Micro-organisms
EN 511
EN 511:2006
Protection against cold
EN 407
EN 407:2004
Protection against thermal hazards
EN 374
EN 374-3:2003
Protection against harsh chemicals
EN 374
EN 374-1:2016
Protection against low chemical hazards
Framework Regulations (EC) 1935/2004
General principles for the manufacture
and use of materials that come into
contact with food
Hand protection can be manufactured using a range of
different coatings, each of which has different features
and benefits which are listed below:
PU - Polyurethane remains one of the most popular
coatings, which provides lightweight protection with a
degree of flexibility, making it comfortable to deploy. It
creates a very robust and durable product which offers
sound grip and freedom of movement.
Latex - Latex gloves are a popular choice for a great
number of professionals and sectors. Latex is highly elastic,
maximising both grip and comfort for the wearer. It is the
sound selection where comfort and grip are of paramount
performance. That said, quite a number of individuals can
be allergic to latex materials, meaning an alternative may
need to be provided for some members of your team.
Flat Nitrile - Flat nitrile tends to be used for hand
protection which requires strong durability, with a high
degree of both abrasion and puncture resistance. It’s
ideal for working with slippery substances such as oil,
but doesn’t afford much flexibility for the wearer to
undertake more detailed tasks requiring an enhanced
degree of manual dexterity.
Foam Nitrile - Foam nitrile has great abrasion resistance,
and also affords significant resistance to both tears, and
punctures from handling equipment or sharp objects. It is
also a sound choice for operatives needing a strong grip
level, for inclement weather conditions or working with
liquids such as oil. Foam nitrile tends to be comfortable to
wear, and also offers a breathable material which reduces
hand perspiration and discomfort in warm conditions.
LEVEL
EN ISO CUT RESISTANCE
A
2 Newtons
204 gms
B
5 Newtons
505 gms
C
10 Newtons
1020 gms
D
15 Newtons
1530 gms
E
22 Newtons
2243 gms
F
30 Newtons
3059 gms
Size 8
EN 388:2016
3X44C
OGL.2158
#weprotectyourhands
3X44CP
OPTIONAL STANDARD
P
Abrasion
Resistance
Cut
Resistance
Tear
Resistance
Puncture
Resistance
Passed optional standard for Impact
Resistance
EN ISO Cut
Resistance
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HAND PROTECTION
STANDARDS