Gloves are designed to safeguard hands from various hazards in industrial environments. They are commonly used to protect against chemicals, abrasions, cuts, and extreme temperatures. Key industries that rely on gloves include manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and food processing. These gloves come in various materials such as latex, nitrile, and leather, each offering specific benefits like chemical resistance, durability, and dexterity. By selecting the appropriate type of glove, businesses can enhance worker safety and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Packaging Supplies, also known as packing materials or shipping supplies, encompass a wide range of products designed to protect, contain, and transport goods efficiently. These supplies include items such as boxes, bubble wrap, packing peanuts, tape, and pallets. Key industries that rely heavily on packaging supplies include manufacturing, logistics, e-commerce, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and retail. These materials are essential for ensuring product safety, reducing damage during transit, and optimizing storage and handling processes.

Safety Equipment, also known as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), encompasses a range of products designed to protect workers from hazards in the workplace. This category includes items such as helmets, gloves, goggles, hearing protection, and respiratory masks. Key industries that rely heavily on safety equipment include construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, mining, and chemical processing. These products are essential for ensuring worker safety and compliance with industry regulations.

Workwear, also known as industrial clothing or protective apparel, encompasses a range of garments designed to ensure safety, durability, and comfort for workers in demanding environments. Commonly used in industries such as construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and utilities, workwear includes items like coveralls, high-visibility vests, flame-resistant clothing, and safety footwear. These products are essential for protecting workers from hazards, enhancing visibility, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

Food Service & Restaurant Supplies encompass a wide range of products essential for the efficient operation of food establishments. This category, also known as commercial kitchen supplies or foodservice equipment, includes items such as cookware, utensils, and storage solutions. Key industries that rely on these supplies include restaurants, catering services, hotels, and institutional food service providers such as schools and hospitals. These products are crucial for maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and operational efficiency.

Cleaning & Hygiene Supplies, also known as janitorial supplies or sanitation products, encompass a wide range of items designed to maintain cleanliness and promote health in various environments. This category includes cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, paper products, hand sanitizers, and cleaning equipment such as mops and vacuum cleaners. Key industries that rely on these supplies include healthcare, manufacturing, food processing, hospitality industry, and education. These products are essential for ensuring a safe and sanitary environment, helping to prevent the spread of contaminants and maintain operational efficiency.

Tools, Tapes & Bolts encompass a wide range of essential items used for construction, maintenance, and repair tasks across various industries. This category includes hand tools, power tools, adhesive tapes, and fasteners such as bolts, screws, and nuts. Commonly referred to as hardware supplies or fastening solutions, these products are indispensable in sectors like manufacturing, construction, automotive, and aerospace. They ensure the structural integrity and functionality of machinery, buildings, and vehicles, making them critical for procurement buyers focused on quality and reliability.

Richard Leipold Premium Split Leather Work Glove Lined Size 10 Cow Split Leather with Reinforcement

TOP cow split leather with cow split leather reinforcement, lined.

Richard Leipold Cotton Jersey Glove White Bleached Men's Size

Medium-weight version, bleached white, men's size.

Richard Leipold Fine Knit Assembly Glove Nylon-Cotton with One-Sided PVC Dots

Nylon-cotton with PVC coating on one side. Lightweight and snug-fitting assembly glove with good protection values. Plated knitting technique on the outside nylon and inside cotton.

Richard Leipold Solidstar Thermal Winter Glove TWIN Nitrile Coating with TOUCH Function

Double-layered and double-coated winter glove with excellent operation of devices with TOUCHSCREEN. The glove consists of a neon yellow thermal acrylic loop glove (inside) and a polyester fine-knit glove (outside) with a double-dipped, sanded black nitrile coating. It is warm and soft and fluffy on the inside and flexible and grippy on the outside.

Richard Leipold Stretch PU Rain Jacket Yellow

Very supple and stretchy material that is tear-resistant, hard-wearing and waterproof. The seams are taped and the hood is adjustable in width. The zipper is concealed and has additional press studs. The cuffs have press studs and there are two outer pockets with flaps. The material is 100% polyester with a 190g/m² stretch PU coating. The color is yellow.

Richard Leipold LeiKaTex BLACK LINE Professional Workwear Jacket

Modern jacket from the BLACK LINE series by Leipold-Workwear for professionals, certified according to OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 and UV STANDARD 801. The jacket is black with colorful applications in neon yellow/bright orange. It has a concealed front zipper, a flap with Velcro fastener and press studs, a left chest pocket with coloured zipper, a right chest pocket with flap and Velcro fastener, a left sleeve with pen pocket, elbow and shoulder sections with reinforcement made of robust CORDURA® and a sleeve with press studs and Velcro fastener to adjust the width of the waistband. It also has two patch side pockets with zippers, various discreet reflective piping and is made from a base fabric of 65% polyester and 35% cotton with a fabric weight of 240 g/m². The colored inserts (yellow/orange) are made of 60% cotton and 40% polyester with a basis weight of 245 g/m². The reinforcements are made of 500D CORDURA®.

Richard Leipold Multi-Function Safety Glasses, Scratch-Resistant and Anti-Fog Clear PC 2mm - Model No. 580

Development of new safety goggles. These modern goggles can be worn either as side-arm goggles for protection against mechanical hazards or as full-vision goggles with insertable plastic baskets and adjustable head strap for all-round eye protection. With the retaining strap and baskets, the goggles have been successfully certified against liquid splashes. They are anti-fog and have a clear 2 mm polycarbonate lens that is scratch-resistant.

Richard Leipold LeiKaTex BLACK LINE Professional Work Pants

Modern waistband trousers from the BLACK LINE series by Leipold-Workwear for professionals. They are certified according to OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 and UV STANDARD 801 and are black with colored applications in neon yellow/bright orange. They have 2 back pockets with Velcro fasteners, 2 slit pockets (right with integrated small additional pocket), a side slit for folding rule, pens etc., a thigh pocket on the right with colored zipper and integrated ID card pocket, a hammer loop, a patch tool pocket on the left with a large compartment and Velcro fastener as well as three small compartments with loops in neon yellow and various discreet reflective piping. The knee pad pocket has a Velcro fastener and is certified in conjunction with item 6626 (knee pad - ErgoPad) in accordance with DIN EN 14404: 2004 A1: 2010, PPE type 2, performance level 1. The knee section and the back of the leg are made of robust CORDURA® material. The base fabric consists of 65% polyester and 35% cotton with a basis weight of 240 g/m². The colored inserts (yellow/orange) are made of 60% cotton and 40% polyester with a basis weight of 245 g/m². The reinforcements are made of 500D CORDURA®.

Richard Leipold RLine Premium Goat Nappa Leather Glove with Velcro Fastener Black

High-quality assembly glove Royal made from selected, supple and robust goat nappa leather. Hard-wearing, black cotton back of the hand. Secure fit and hold thanks to elasticated cuff with Velcro fastener. Excellent tactile feel. Ideal for assembly, precision work, precision mechanics, tool handling and much more.

Richard Leipold Solidstar Cut Protection Glove Latex Coating Level C

Seamless knitted glove made of a special fiber with 13gg and black, shrink-roughened latex coating. The cut protection level is high and the back of the hand is breathable, making it particularly comfortable to wear. The grip is TOP and the slip resistance is excellent.

Richard Leipold RLine MEC WINTER Mechanics Winter Glove CE CAT 2 Fleece Lined

Hard-wearing winter glove made of black textured synthetic leather with an elastic elastane fabric back (in gray) and a contrasting orange insert on the thumb. The glove has an elasticated cuff with an individually adjustable Velcro fastener and is fully lined with fleece. It is ideal as a winter glove.

PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 1 refers to equipment that is simple and easy to use, and has a lower level of risk. Examples of PPE Category 1 include gloves, goggles, and simple respirators. In Europe, PPE Category 1 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union. This means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards.

CE Marking is a label that shows a product meets certain safety and environmental standards set by the European Union. To get the CE Marking, a company must test and certify their product meets these standards. CE Marking is required for many products sold in the EU, including electronics, machinery, toys and medical devices. It helps ensure that products are safe for consumers and the environment, and allows for easy trade within the EU.

PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 2 refers to equipment that is more complex, and has a higher level of risk. Examples of PPE Category 2 include safety helmets, ear protection, and fall arrest equipment. In Europe, PPE Category 2 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union, which means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards. They also must have a quality management system in place and have to be audited regularly by a notified body.

EN 388:2016 is a European standard for measuring the performance of protective gloves against mechanical risks (abrasion, cut, tear, and puncture). The standard includes test methods and performance requirements for gloves to be considered compliant. Test results are reported using a series of four numbers, each representing the performance level achieved in one of the tests.

EN 388:2005 is a European standard that sets out rules for testing protective gloves. It measures how well a glove protects against things like cuts, tears, punctures, abrasion, and impact. Test results are given as numbers and symbols, with higher numbers indicating better protection. The standard also includes a test for blade cut resistance and a test for puncture resistance. This standard helps people to choose gloves that will keep them safe for different jobs.

EN 388:2004 is a European standard that sets out rules for testing protective gloves. It measures how well a glove protects against things like cuts, tears, punctures, abrasion and impact. Test results are given as numbers and symbols, with higher numbers indicating better protection. The standard helps people choose gloves that will keep them safe for different jobs.

EN 388:2006 is a European standard for testing protective gloves. It measures how well a glove protects against things like cuts, tears, punctures, abrasion, impact, and blade cut resistance. The standard also includes a test for blade cut resistance to determine resistance against cutting by sharp tools. Test results are given as numbers and symbols, with higher numbers indicating better protection. The standard helps people choose gloves that will keep them safe for different jobs.

EN 388:2003 is a European standard for protective gloves against mechanical risks. It sets requirements for resistance to cuts, tears, punctures, abrasion, and impact. Gloves are tested in labs for these properties and the results are shown as a performance level for each test. The levels are marked on the gloves. This standard also includes requirements for gloves' dexterity, comfort and size.

EN 388:2007 is a European standard for testing protective gloves. It measures how well a glove protects against things like cuts, tears, punctures, abrasion, impact, blade cut resistance and puncture resistance. Test results are given as numbers and symbols, with higher numbers indicating better protection. The standard also includes a test for blade cut resistance to determine resistance against cutting by sharp tools. The standard helps people choose gloves that will keep them safe for different jobs.

EN 388:2008 is a European standard that sets out rules for testing protective gloves. It measures how well a glove protects against things like cuts, tears, punctures, abrasion, impact, blade cut resistance and puncture resistance. Test results are given as numbers and symbols, with higher numbers indicating better protection. The standard also includes a test for blade cut resistance to determine resistance against cutting by sharp tools. The standard helps people choose gloves that will keep them safe for different jobs.

EN 388:2016+A1:2018 is a European standard that defines the requirements and test methods for safety gloves used in general mechanical risks. The standard specifies the requirements for the resistance against abrasion, cut, tear, puncture, and impact. Test results for EN 388:2016+A1:2018 include measurements of abrasion resistance, cut resistance, tear resistance, puncture resistance, and impact resistance. The standard is intended to ensure that safety gloves used in general mechanical risks provide adequate protection for the user.

EN 420:2003+A1:2009 is a European standard that sets out the general requirements for hand protection, including comfort, fit, and dexterity. Performance requirements include resistance to abrasion, cut, tear, puncture, and impact. Test results should show the gloves meet these requirements.

EN 420:2003 is a European standard that specifies general requirements for protective gloves. It sets rules for the design, construction, and testing of gloves to ensure they are safe for the user and others nearby. Testing includes measurements of mechanical properties, such as abrasion resistance, cut resistance and tear resistance, as well as for harmful substances, such as phthalates. The standard also includes requirements for labeling and instructions for use. It's an updated version of EN 420:1994 and it's intended to ensure that the gloves provide appropriate level of protection, comfort, and ergonomics and to help the users to choose suitable gloves for their specific application.

EN 420:1994 is a European standard that specifies general requirements for protective gloves. It sets rules for the design, construction, and testing of gloves to ensure they are safe for the user and others nearby. Testing includes measurements of mechanical properties, such as abrasion resistance, cut resistance and tear resistance, as well as for harmful substances, such as phthalates. The standard also includes requirements for labeling and instructions for use. It's intended to ensure that the gloves provide appropriate level of protection, comfort, and ergonomics and to help the users to choose suitable gloves for their specific application.

EN 420:2003/AC:2006 is a European standard that specifies general requirements for protective gloves. It is an amendment version of the standard EN 420:2003, it includes any modifications or corrections that have been made to the original standard. It sets rules for the design, construction, and testing of gloves to ensure they are safe for the user and others nearby. Testing includes measurements of mechanical properties, such as abrasion resistance, cut resistance and tear resistance, as well as for harmful substances, such as phthalates. The standard also includes requirements for labeling and instructions for use. It's intended to ensure that the gloves provide appropriate level of protection, comfort, and ergonomics and to help the users to choose suitable gloves for their specific application.

EN 388:2016 is a European standard that establishes criteria for assessing the protection provided by gloves against mechanical hazards, including tear resistance. The Tear Resistance Level 4 classification represents the highest level of tear resistance defined by this standard, indicating that the gloves can withstand the most substantial forces before tearing. According to the testing methodology, gloves are evaluated by measuring the force required to tear a sample of the glove material, with Level 4 requiring a force of over 75 Newtons to initiate and propagate a tear. This high level of tear resistance is ideal for use in environments where gloves are subjected to significant stress and potential damage, such as in heavy industry, construction, and handling of materials with sharp edges. Gloves achieving this level offer superior durability and are essential for ensuring user safety in high-risk mechanical settings, thereby enhancing work efficiency and reducing the frequency of glove replacement.

In the EN 388:2016 standard, the Abrasion Resistance is measured as the number of cycles required to wear a hole in the glove material using sandpaper under pressure. A result of Level X indicates that this performance metric was not tested for the specific glove. When a glove shows a result of Level X for abrasion resistance, it essentially means there is no available data from testing to confirm how well the glove would withstand abrasion, making it unsuitable for applications where abrasion resistance is critical.

The EN 388:2016 standard is dedicated to gauging the mechanical risks for hand protection where a Cut Resistance, Coup Test Level 1 indicates minimal resistance to cutting because material achieved between 1.2 and 2.5 cycles before being cut through during the test. It means that the product tested at this level offers basic protection against shallow cuts, suitable for tasks with low risk of cut injuries. The test method used involves a rotating circular blade under a fixed force making contact with the fabric or material being tested. The blade moves back and forth across the material until a cut-through is achieved. The number of cycles required to cut through the sample at a consistent speed determines the cut resistance, with Level 1 being the second lowest rating after level 0. Products at this level are applicable in scenarios where there are minimal hazards from sharp objects, hence ideal for light duties where there is no significant risk of deep cuts.

The standard EN 388:2016, specifically its segment referring to ISO 13997 test, is designed to assess the cut resistance of materials used in protective gloves. A result denoted as 'Level X' means that test is not performed and the cut resistance of the product cannot be guaranteed. 

EN 388:2016 is a European standard that provides guidelines for assessing the protection levels of gloves against mechanical risks, such as abrasion, cuts, tears, and puncture. The Abrasion Resistance Level 3 indicates a higher level of protection, signifying that the gloves can resist more intensive wear from rough materials. According to the standard, the abrasion resistance test involves rubbing the glove material against sandpaper under a specified pressure until it is worn through. Level 3 abrasion resistance requires that the gloves withstand 2000 to 7999 cycles of abrasion. This enhanced level of durability is appropriate for tasks involving more frequent or more intense contact with abrasive surfaces, such as construction work, woodworking, and handling building materials. Gloves with Level 3 abrasion resistance offer a robust barrier against wear, extending glove life and providing increased protection for the wearer’s hands, thus reducing the risk of injuries in more demanding work environments.

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