Species overview
Each type of work involves its own type of gloves, which will be more comfortable and safer.
Cotton and knitwear with PVC inserts are capable of protecting against mechanical damage. Combined options with dotted splashes make the gloves durable and elastic at the same time. Such types will be convenient for working with glass, therefore, they will be useful to the glazier.
Latex gloves will help prevent chemical burns and exposure to harmful substances. For example, they can be used when working with liquid nitrogen, chemical reagents in various laboratories. In addition, a special coating provides them with an anti-slip effect. Therefore, they are quite suitable for working with a rope.
Nitrile gloves will protect you from hot surfaces and minor injuries. Reusable nitrile-lined cotton products are particularly durable and heat-shielding. But there are also very thin disposable gloves. They even allow you to work with paper, since you hardly feel it on your hands.
Split leather gloves are made of leather and are considered to be a product of increased strength. Withstand both high and low temperatures. Suitable for working with metal, welding. But even in cold conditions, they are irreplaceable, especially reinforced with a warm lining. In such gloves, you can not only work, but also go skiing, hiking, and work on the street. For the same purpose, suede gloves are also suitable.
Polyurethane is used in a variety of applications because it provides good protection and at the same time hand sensitivity. They are equally good for work in a car service and for cutting large batches of fish.
Gloves with a polymer coating provide protection and will be indispensable in the work of an installer or builder.
The rag varieties are suitable for repair work in the house, as well as in the garden. Many options can be used in different conditions, and everyone chooses the best for himself.
Professional gloves are most often sold in specialized stores; the table showing the sizes will help you choose the right option. For example, size 6 corresponds to a palm length of 16 cm, 7 - 17 cm, 8 - 18 cm, and so on.
Rules for choosing work gloves
The main factors to look for when choosing gloves are:
Protective gloves are designed to protect your hands from various negative influences, but one should not forget about comfort. It is necessary to select gloves so that they do not hinder hand movements during work.
It is necessary to select the material from which the gloves are made, taking into account what kind of work they will be used for.
Also, when choosing gloves, you should pay attention to whether they meet state and international standards, any quality product has a quality certificate
All certified goods have a marking from which you can find out from what material the gloves are made and by which manufacturer, their scope and degree of protection.
There are a huge number of varieties of work gloves and on the Internet everyone can find a lot of photos and a more detailed description of each type. We hope this quick overview of the most work gloves will help you with your selection.
Criterias of choice
To get the best option, you need to consider certain factors.
- The type of activity for which the gloves will be used.For work that requires sensitivity of the hands, you need to use thin options; work on the construction site will be more efficient if you use polymer-coated gloves. For work in the cold, split options are more relevant.
- The degree of protection that certain products can provide to avoid punctures, cuts and other damage. When working with chemicals, for example, it is better to use neoprene products.
- Air temperature. On a hot day outside, light rag options are suitable, in frosty weather - warmed.
- One of the important indicators is size. Gloves should fit perfectly on your hands to ensure complete comfort during work and other activities. If they are small, stiffness and inconvenience are provided. With a large size, it is not possible to hold objects well in your hands, which can violate safety precautions.
An overview of the Elementa gloves in the video.
Primary requirements
Almost any work at industrial enterprises, construction, railway facilities, warehouses, shops and other organizations requires work clothing, including work gloves. These attributes have their own technical parameters depending on where they are applied. For example, an electrician's overalls will differ from a builder's kit. But in both cases, gloves are provided in order to provide convenience and comfort during work. In addition, you can safely perform any necessary functions without fear of getting dirty.
The main requirements for such products are as follows:
- they must be strong so that in the event of heavy loads, friction or other influences, their integrity is not compromised;
- density also plays an important role, since in many jobs there is a risk of injuring your hands - scratching, hitting, piercing, burning;
- they should be comfortable - no stiffness of movement or discomfort, in certain cases the fabric should be breathable so that your hands do not sweat and do not get wet.
