About eight years ago, thermoplastic rubber (also known as TPR) revolutionized the hand safety industry. For the first time, this sturdy yet lightweight and flexible material was adhered to gloves to protect the back of the hand from impact. It was a groundbreaking step forward in safety.
In 2014,* 137,440 hand injuries resulted in an average of five days of missed work. While that might not sound like much, it means a project was at least one worker short for an entire workweek.
Innovations — development of new and improved materials and advancements in manufacturing processes — have made work and specialty gloves stronger, more flexible, more durable and more versatile than ever before.
Industrial glove manufacturer Southern Glove, Inc., which is known for its comprehensive line of hand and arm protection products for a wide range of industries, has announced that it has launched a new product line called Ergo Shield Insoles, which increase cushioning comfort and support in work boots and casual and athletic shoes.
According to a new market report published by Transparency Market Research, "Smart Textile Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2015 - 2023," the smart textile market was valued at US $700 million in 2014, which is expected to reach US $7,730.0 million by 2023, growing at a rate of 30.8% from 2015 to 2023.
Tendons in the hand can thicken abnormally and develop tendinitis in people who text frequently using their thumbs, says a study published online in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
Shawn Roll, an assistant professor at the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, focuses primarily on research for the prevention, rehabilitation and assessment of musculoskeletal disorders like carpal tunnel syndrome.
Designed for excellent grip in wet, dry and oily conditions
January 26, 2016
Magid, a leading manufacturer and supplier of safety solutions and personal protective equipment (PPE), expands its broad line of T-REX® gloves to include the T-REX Anti-Slip Palm Impact Glove (Item # TRX647). This new glove delivers affordable impact protection with ANSI level 4 cut resistance, while also addressing customers’ needs for strong oil grip and all-day comfort.
Industrial glove manufacturer Southern Glove, Inc., has announced that the company has released a new protective glove, the Arctic Gripper thermal glove, which is specially designed to provide warmth, comfort and dexterity under cold or icy working conditions.
Revco Industries is pleased to introduce the new AccuFlex™ GR4140 glove by Black Stallion®. This glove includes “dual hazard” protection with both ANSI level 3 cut resistance and impact protection.
