Description
The environmentally friendly nitrile glove from Portwest is a sustainable choice for professionals seeking precise hand protection during their daily activities. This work glove is specially designed for dexterity-demanding assembly tasks and light industrial work. Thanks to the use of recycled plastic bottles in the liner, this model significantly reduces the ecological footprint without compromising mechanical protection or flexibility on the work floor.
For which specific tasks and sectors is this Portwest nitrile glove most suitable?
This eco-friendly work glove is ideally suited for precision work in electronics, glass processing, general manufacturing, and painting applications.
Because the glove is completely silicone-free, it prevents contamination and paint defects during spraying or coating. The nitrile micro-foam coating ensures a reliable grip on both dry and oily parts. In addition, the material is certified food-safe, allowing the glove to be used in environments where direct contact with food occurs.
What do the mechanical standards and heat resistance of this nitrile glove mean?
This model complies with the EN 388:2016+A1:2018 standard with a score of 4131A, which indicates very high abrasion resistance and reliable basic protection against cuts, tears, and punctures.
Furthermore, according to the EN 407:2020 standard, the glove offers protection against contact heat up to 100 degrees Celsius, which is ideal for briefly handling warm components. The OEKO-TEX certification also guarantees that the textile is free from substances harmful to the skin.
The ergonomic fit offers maximum mobility with dexterity class 5. Thanks to touchscreen compatibility, you can effortlessly operate screens, while the antibacterial Texpel Micro finish effectively combats unpleasant odors.
Features:
- Made from recycled plastic bottles
- Saves 227g of CO2 per pair during production
- Texpel Micro antimicrobial finish, kills 99.9% of bacteria
- Nitrile Micro Foam coating, highly suitable for dexterity-demanding work
- Nitrile is a synthetic rubber that is highly resistant to oils, fuels, acids, and alkaline bases while offering good durability and flexibility
- Contains 40% recycled material
- Silicone-free - Ideal for manufacturing, paint applications, electronics, and glass processing where silicones can be problematic
- Tested for paint wetting impairment substances (LABS conformity)
- Reduced water and energy consumption during production
- This symbol indicates that this glove can be used with most mobile touchscreen devices.
- Protected against contact heat up to 100°C
- OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified
- 15-gauge liner offers the best balance between freedom of movement and durability
- CE certified
- CE food safe
Standards: EN ISO 21420: 2020 Dexterity 5, EN 388: 2016 + A1: 2018 (4131A), EN 407: 2020 (X1XXXX), ANSI/ISEA 105: 2016 CUT Level (A1), ANSI/ISEA 105: 2016 ABRASION Level (6), ANSI/ISEA 105: 2016 PUNCTURE Level (2), CE Food Safe