Choosing polymer coated gloves

To protect your hands while working, you must use special gloves. Products with a polymer coating have become widespread in various fields of activity. This product is available in a wide variety of models, differing in composition, cost and other characteristics.

PVC coated gloves are widely used in various labor fields. These are personal protective equipment, which are presented in a wide variety of models. They differ in composition, characteristics and purpose. Gloves of this type are used both in industrial enterprises and for solving everyday problems. Protective agents are used to work with the following materials and compositions.

• Wood.
• Metals.
• Chemical solutions and compositions.

The scope of application of gloves, in the manufacture of which polymer materials are used, is wide and varied. There are many types of this product, each of which is chosen for a specific area. For everyday tasks, products with a dotted pattern are great.

Products with a higher protection factor have a special coating, with which the gloves are not fully poured. Also, these protective agents have found their application in working with aggressive components (acid, lye and other similar substances).

PVC coated jerseys have found wide application in auto mechanics. They are convenient to work with both large equipment and small parts. In addition, gloves will come in handy during loading operations, on construction sites. Recently, they have been actively used by employees of the light industry, as well as in the food industry.

On farmland, this piece of work clothing will also come in handy. Gloves protect hands while working the soil, planting seedlings or harvesting. Hunters and fishermen also paid attention to such accessories.

Modern manufacturers offer a wide range of polymer products. Coated gloves have certain specifications that you need to familiarize yourself with before use. All products can be conditionally divided into two large groups, depending on the protective material.

Polyvinyl chloride (also called vinyl) and PVC. They are distinguished by excellent resistance to various alkalis, acids, as well as organic solvents. They also remain highly practical during intensive use and are not afraid of contact with mineral oils.

Artificial rubber and nitrile are also used in the manufacture of protective accessories. They are resistant to alkali, as well as oil products, biofluids, acids and disinfectants. Gloves coated with nitrile are widely used in cosmetology and medicine.There are also special products used at low temperatures and in other conditions.

Let's consider each of the types in more detail.

The main distinguishing feature is a dotted coating, the pattern on the surface can be different. The most common options are herringbone, waves, corners and other elements. Some companies use a corporate logo. The characteristics are as follows.

• The cost is about 60 rubles per pair.
• Name: nylon gloves, products in PVC pattern, rally knitted.
• Cuffs covered with rubber.
• The main material in the composition is nylon.

If you are looking for gloves for comfortable small jobs, this type is great. They provide a firm and secure grip. Anti-vibration combination products are also commercially available. The characteristics are as follows.

• White color.
• The cost is about 100 rubles.
• The manufacturers used polyester and nylon as the basis.

This type is designed for packing and loading or unloading operations. They are also often used by builders. The cuffs must be processed with an overlock. The characteristics are as follows.

• The names used by manufacturers are generic, acrylic, PVC coated products.
• Prices are about 125 rubles.
• The cuff is comfortable and elastic. Manufacturers use polyacrylic as the main material. Also in the store you can find products that contain fibers that quickly absorb moisture.

Gloves completely covered with a special compound that significantly increases the protective means (products doused with a black elastic compound). The products are designed for interaction with combustible compounds, paints and varnishes and petroleum products. The characteristic is as follows.

• The cost is 130 rubles.

• In product catalogs, the product may be referred to as "PVC Pomegranate".

• The cuff fits snugly against the hand, while the sensitivity of the fingers is preserved.

• They can be used during the cold season.

Gloves with a small dot pattern are perfect for working on agricultural land, as well as in summer cottages, in a vegetable garden or garden. Products will protect your hands from chafing and cuts. Here are the characteristics.

• The cost is about 30 rubles.
• Products allow air to pass through and at the same time provide reliable protection against chemical attack. These gloves will be comfortable to work in the hot season.

This type of product will provide comfort during plastering and painting work. During use, the products protect hands from dirt, while maintaining excellent finger sensitivity.

The characteristics of the products are as follows.

• The official name is products with a nitrile surface or nylon gloves.

• The cost is from 55 to 75 rubles.

• In the production process, a special foamed nitrile is used.

From the name it is easy to guess that this type is used in cold weather. They will be convenient for outdoor work at low temperatures. Gloves are used by workers serving drilling rigs in the seas and oceans. The products also provide comfort on construction sites and when servicing motorways.

The characteristics are as follows.

• Gloves with double-sided application. A knitted lining is used as an addition. Tight rubber cuffs.

• The cost is over 400 rubles.

• Excellent mechanical strength.

Frost-resistant gloves are actively used by employees of the chemical and oil and gas industries. With such personal protective equipment it will be comfortable even at subzero temperatures. Some types can be used when outdoor thermometers read about 45 degrees below zero. Here are the characteristics.

• The cost is from 230 to 400 rubles.

• High strength and wear resistance.

• The warmth of the hands is retained by the brushed knitted layer.

To get acquainted with the characteristics of protective equipment, manufacturers indicate the class of knitting. This is the figure that dismantles the number of loops per inch of the product. The following depends on this indicator.

• The duration of the service life.
• Comfort during use.
• Durability and reliability.
• Price.

The range of protective gloves is varied. It is difficult for a buyer without experience to make a choice in favor of one option. In this case, it is recommended to pay attention to certain characteristics. The first step is to decide what kind of work the gloves will be used for. As already noted in the article, each view is intended for a specific area.

• Products made of knitwear, cotton material and leather will protect your hands from various mechanical injuries.
• If you have to interact with aggressive components, it is better to opt for nitrile or latex gloves.
• For maximum freedom of your fingers, choose products made from thin and stretchy materials.
• Products with fleece and a special backing are used in the cold season, if you need to work outside.
• Also on sale you can find protective equipment, in the manufacture of which heat-resistant materials are used.
• If you make a purchase from a stationary store, carefully examine the item for defects.
• Choose products from trusted manufacturers.

Another parameter that must be used when choosing gloves is size. Otherwise, it will be inconvenient to work in them and the protective product will not perform its intended functions. Manufacturers use lettering to indicate size.

• S - small size.
• M is the average.
• L - large size.

See below for an overview of the gloves.