MIDAS SAFETY LAUNCHES INDUSTRY-FIRST LINER SOLUTION…
MIDAS SAFETY LAUNCHES INDUSTRY-FIRST LINER SOLUTION THAT ENHANCES COMFORT WHILE MAXIMIZING CHEMICAL RESISTANCE IN DEMANDING INDUSTRIES
The Filapro Chem gauntlet with a non-woven liner has excellent chemical and abrasion resistance and a lower carbon footprint than cotton-lined alternatives
Toronto, Canada, 2nd December 2024 — 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.
“The non-woven fabric is light and flexible, yet strong and durable, providing end users with a unique combination of comfort and protection,” says Georg Rouette, Business Support Manager – Europe, at Midas Safety. “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.
Midas Safety is bringing the Filapro Chem gauntlet to market following extensive wear trials with chemical and manufacturing customers in the UK and Germany. The trials have delivered positive feedback, with end users commending the fit, comfort, grip, and protection. The gauntlets were also shown to provide superior grip and handling under different conditions.
“The Filapro Chem gauntlet represents a significant advancement in hand protection, providing excellent chemical resistance while being lightweight, flexible, and comfortable,” adds Georg Rouette. “Meanwhile, the provision of extensive permeation datasets will help end users make informed decisions around gauntlet selection, while the CO2 footprint advantages will support environmental initiatives.”
For more information on the Filapro Chem, please visit https://explore.midassafety.com/filaprochem
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Since its inception in 1977, Midas Safety has been shielding workers across different industries with private-label and own brand solutions in safety and hand protection. Midas Safety manufactures a diversified range of innovative Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and technical yarns/fabrics of which the focus is hand protection. Its quality products empower millions of people to perform their work safely and with confidence. End-to-end manufacturing capabilities enabling product and packaging customization, research and development, innovation and commitment to safety compliances have made Midas Safety a preferred and trusted name globally. Midas Safety has manufacturing locations in Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, as well as sales offices spread across America, Europe, and Asia. www.midassafety.com
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Midas Safety
Kashif Ali
Director, Product Management
+1 416 832 4212
kashif.ali@midassafety.com
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Danielle Burness
Senior Account Manager
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