FAQ

What are cut resistant gloves?

Cut-resistant gloves are designed to protect hands from direct contact with sharp edges such as glass, metal, and other materials.

What are cut resistant gloves made of?

The level of cut resistance can be improved by high-performance materials like Kevlar® or composite yarns made with combinations of stainless steel, fiberglass, synthetic and high-performance yarns. Performance characteristics are affected by the thickness of the shell and the coating applied to the outside surface. Heavier weights generally provide more cut and abrasion protection. Lighter weight gloves offer more dexterity, resulting in less hand fatigue. Coated gloves enhance grip, especially on slippery surfaces.

What industries are cut resistant gloves used and/or required in?

Depending on your job task, you want a glove that offers the maximum amount of protection with enough flexibility for unrestricted movement. Ask your supervisor to assist you in completing a PPE evaluation to select the appropriate glove for your work duties.

Coating Description Applications
Nitrile, Foam Nitrile and Sandy/Micro Foam Nitrile Nitrile-coated seamless gloves are a prevalent choice because they are durable and ideal for general-purpose work. As a material, Nitrile stands up well against tears and abrasions, and withstands significant temperature differences. Foam Nitrile coated seamless gloves are best used in wet or oily conditions because the coating works like a sponge and keeps the surface dry. This makes gripping with the gloves on a lot easier. Sandy Nitrile is known for its abrasion and higher resistance. It offers a tighter fit than other nitrile coatings. It works well in wet and oily environments. Micro Foam Nitrile have a somewhat tacky finish and offer good breathability and flexibility. Automotive

Construction

Handling Medium Parts

Metal Fabrication

Parts Cleaning

Mechanical Assembly

Fastening and Anchoring

Latex and Sandy Latex Latex-coated gloves offer a fantastic grip and are often preferred over Nitrile when gripping in both wet and dry conditions is essential. Sandy latex provides a superior grip in wet or dry applications because of the grit.  Outside workers appreciate how easy these gloves make grabbing bricks or hauling other building materials. Construction

Material Handling

Glass Handling Operations

Fishing industries

Sanitation

General Maintenance

Woodworking

Waste Handling and Recycling

Fishing Industries

Polyurethane Polyurethane, commonly called PU, is used to increase puncture protection with only a thin coating. Though less durable than other coated seamless gloves, they offer a greater dexterity and grip because of the thinness of the PU coats. In addition, you can count on PU to enhance the grip without being sticky, too, while providing good resistance to oils and some chemicals. Construction

Glass Cutting

Sheet Material Handling

Glass Handling Operations

Fishing Industries

Parts Assembly

Sanitation

General Maintenance

Woodworking

Waste Handling and Recycling

Shipping and Receiving

PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) PVC-coated seamless gloves work well with adhesives and resist abrasions. Most adhesives do not stick to a glove’s surface with PVC, so they’re often used in an application where applying a sealant is necessary. In addition, PVC performs well in the cold and has a certain amount of abrasion resistance. Automotive

Construction

Glass Handling

Canning and Bottling

Sheet Metal Handling

Recycling

Neoprene Neoprene is a synthetic rubber that has good chemical stability and good heat-resistant properties. Therefore, it resists oil and has exceptional dry, wet, and oily grip but has low abrasion resistance. As a result, it is often used for chemical-resistant and self-extinguishing applications. Parts Handling

Shipping and Receiving

Packaging and Shipping

Maintenance

Repair Operations

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