Midas Safety has launched a new liner technology for chemical gauntlets, providing high levels of protection against a wide range of chemicals while offering unprecedented end-user fit and comfort.
The Filapro Chem Nitrile gauntlet features a polyester non-woven liner that is considerably thinner than traditional cotton liners, making it exceptionally lightweight and flexible. It provides workers with exceptional comfort over extended periods of wear in sectors such as chemicals, automotive, life science, and machinery and equipment.
The gauntlet also offers a significantly lower carbon footprint than existing solutions, with 16% lower ''cradle-to-grave'' CO2 emissions than knitted cotton-lined alternatives and less intensive use of natural resources.
Georg Rouette, Business Support Manager – Europe, at Midas Safety, said: "The non-woven fabric is light and flexible, yet strong and durable, providing end users with a unique combination of comfort and protection. These characteristics mean that the nitrile dipped gauntlets have exceptional fit, grip and flexibility. The Filapro Chem gauntlet also has a lower carbon emission and lower water usage compared to cotton alternatives.”
The Cat III, EN374-1:2016 Type A certified gauntlet comes with the backing of strong chemical permeation datasets, allowing companies to select the right gauntlet for their specific chemical environment and reduce the number of gauntlet types they need to keep in stock. More informed purchasing simplifies inventory management and reduces overall costs.
The gauntlet comes in two surface textures—crumb and wave—to provide a secure grip in a broad range of wet, dry, and oily conditions. Both finishes performed well in wear trials as well as in laboratory-based abrasion and grip tests.
It is crucial that gauntlets do not cause health problems for workers in industries where they must be worn regularly and for long periods. Therefore, the Dermatest-certified Filapro Chem is designed not to cause skin irritation, allergies, or other dermatological problems.
