An estimated 12.5 MILLION tonnes of waste ends up in New Zealand landfills EVERY YEAR, including hundreds of thousands of disposable gloves. We all know plastic waste can take years to decompose…. but did you know that your everyday disposable nitrile glove can take 100 YEARS OR MORE to completely break down? Not only does […] ... Read More
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Why Is Eye Safety So Important?
ACC receives more than 9000 claims for workplace eye injuries each year, with workplace eye injuries costing New Zealand more than $3 million every year (this does not include lost productivity time for the company!) If you work in an industry where there is any risk of eye injury, your employer is required to provide […] ... Read More
Bluetooth Earmuffs and Why They’re Good for on Site.
Since its creation by a group of engineers at Ericsson in 1994, Bluetooth technology has advanced significantly and been used in a myriad of communications devices. You might be using Bluetooth to connect your cell phone to an ear piece or to your car; you might use it to connect a mouse to laptop or […] ... Read More
Looking for the best winter work boots?
Work in the agricultural sector continues through the winter. Manure, mud, rain and ice create wet, dirty and cold working conditions. This calls for a good pair of waterproof work boots with high slip resistance and which are warm and comfortable even in cold temperatures, and also guarantee safety. Rubber gumboots may seem like a logical choice, until […] ... Read More
All you need to know about Respiratory Protection
What is Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)? Any personal equipment used to protect the wearer from inhaling hazardous substances, including dust, gases, fumes, sprays, or particles. Who needs to wear RPE? The general rule is that RPE should be used as a last resort, and all efforts should be made first hand to: A. Eliminate the […] ... Read More
Your Guide to Leather Work Gloves
Animal hides have been used for centuries as protective gear: for warmth, armor, footwear, and even shelter from the elements. Leather now has a much wider range of purposes, from furniture and car interiors to fashionable footwear, and is still a staple material with protective clothing such as gloves. There are many types of leather […] ... Read More
The Science Behind Modern Waterproofing Technology
When looking for water-proof gloves (or any other clothing for that matter) it can sometimes be difficult to determine what is actually water-proof and what is simply water-resistant or water-repellent… Do you know the difference between water-resistant, water-repellent and water-proof? Understanding these terms can help you decide which gloves are right for you AND if […] ... Read More
It’s getting hot in here!…
A little too hot perhaps? You need the right protection for your hands when working with heat, just as you do when working in extreme cold weather. Heat resistant gloves are tested and rated the same as cold weather gloves to determine the highest temperature the glove can withstand for a length of time, without […] ... Read More
The 3 Must-Have Features of Winter Gloves
Choosing the best winter hand protection can be tricky, but we’re here to help! Why do you need good quality winter work gloves? Without them, you’re at risk of… Hypothermia: Normal body temperature drops to 95°F or less. Mild symptoms: Alert but shivering. Moderate to severe: Shivering stops but confusion, slurred speech, heart rate decrease, loss of […] ... Read More
How Long Should Work Gloves Last?
One of the most common concerns regarding work gloves is that they don’t last long enough. The responses differ. Sometimes it’s only a day, and sometimes it’s three weeks. If your glove is wearing out on a daily basis, you’re possibly using the wrong gloves for the job. The longevity of a work glove all […] ... Read More