When it comes to cut-resistance ratings on personal protective equipment (PPE), all Level 5s are not created equal. There is significant confusion in global markets because many glove manufacturers ...

Recently, I visited a plant that was stamping large pieces of metal. Each had a sharp edge with lots of burrs. Judging by the severity of the edge, we started application testing with ANSI level 4 ...

Despite educational efforts, there remains an unsettling level of confusion about cut-resistant gloves. With multiple 1-to-5 rating scales, a variety of acceptable or certified standards and differing ...

RECENT studies by two sheet metal manufacturers placed the cost of a single hand injury requiring stitches at $22,000 and $30,000, respectively. The cost estimates included: shutting down the assembly ...

Whether you’re slicing and dicing in the kitchen or woodworking in the garage, it’s always a good idea to have a pair of cut-resistant gloves on hand — literally. You’re probably not at risk of losing ...

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. (June 5, 2013) -- Phil Rice tests and replaces critical filter systems at chemical laboratories at the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command's chemical ...

CLEVELAND—March 24, 2021—A glove’s most critical wear area is located in the curve between the thumb and forefinger. Constant gripping and abrasion slowly wears it down, like the steady trickle of a ...

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Last year, I sliced off the tip of my index finger while making avocado toast, and had to cart myself to the emergency room for stitches. I was, admittedly, distracted when it happened: I’d just woken ...

Even the best chefs and butchers cut themselves from time to time, and given the odds, your index finger is probably prime target for your next chop session. Protect your mitts with a pair of BladeX5 ...