As opposed to gloves with a traditional construction—with a top and bottom section that are sewn together—gloves that incorporate a 3D design follow the natural curves and shapes of the hand. Such a glove should allow for a clenched hand but also address the movements of the hand, Sung says.
“It’s like buying a custom suit,” he says. “A tailor would take some measurements and he or she would cut in a manner that fits your body shape. We can’t make gloves with that much precision, but we can still address certain curves, shapes and angles.”
Caiman’s Kontour technology is utilized in all Caiman welding gloves and incorporates form-fitting 3D designs and patterns to maximize comfort, fit and performance. The designs mean the gloves conform to the natural curves and contours of the hand and provide proper finger alignment to achieve an unprecedented comfort and dexterity that no other welding gloves have offered before.
Caiman’s Premium Goat Grain Wool Insulated Back MIG/Stick/Plasma welding glove is a good example of a glove that uses technology that makes it more comfortable to wear, incorporating the following attributes:
- Caiman’s Kontour design, which conforms to the natural shape of the human hand and provides proper finger alignment
- Kontour Thumb design, which moves the glove’s seam away from the contact/wear area, increasing comfort
- Kontour Wrist, a patented wrist design that enhances comfort and safety
- Built using a supple yet durable premium genuine leather
- Lined with wool, the best natural insulator available
- Sewn with Kevlar for maximum seam strength
- Incorporates a carabiner for keeping the gloves together when they are not in use
Read more: Reusable vs. Disposable PPE: Why Switching to Gear You Can Reuse Makes Good Financial Sense
Improving Dexterity and Safety
While a welding glove is primarily designed to protect your hands and arms, the glove itself should also be comfortable and easy to wear. PPE that is not comfortable is less likely to be worn, leaving the worker more exposed to potential injury.
Comfortable PPE may be the key to improving worker safety and productivity, Sung says. Anyone who works with their hands will likely say they prefer not to wear anything when doing their work and only wear gloves to protect them from the elements, he notes.
“You naturally desire to have flexibility, comfort and dexterity, and that’s why we wear what we wear,” he says. But now if you throw in this safety element it becomes that much harder, and that’s what I think companies that truly try to innovate are addressing. There’s a desire to address this comfort component.”
Sung also notes that there’s a push in the PPE industry to produce cut-resistant gloves, which are meant to protect against sharp edges, commonplace in metal fabrication, or a tool breaking through the outer layer of a work glove, not only protecting the hand from the heat, sparks and spatters from welding, but also from cuts.
PIP is also looking to improve comfort for welders through its Boarhide protective clothing, which is made of garment-grade, high-quality pigskin leather.
Pigskin leather offers unique qualities for demanding industrial environments because it has very tight and fine fibers that make it more resistant to punctures, cuts and heat than cowhide of equal weight, the material from which most welding garments are made.
“Cowhide is a heavy fabric,” Sung says, “and there is no elasticity or breathability, which is very important to welders. Imagine a welder in the South who is working in hot and humid conditions, no air conditioning in the fabrication shop or on the line, which can mean a significant amount of perspiration loss.”
“With the new fabric, we have addressed the issue of comfort, elasticity and breathability while providing just as much protection and safety as the heavy cowhide garments.”
Which attributes are important to you when purchasing PPE for welding operations? What steps are you taking to avoid welding injuries? Share your thoughts and insights in the comments below.
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22Safety and comfort are paramount in any welding environment, and the article on new welding glove technology from MSC Direct sheds light on the latest advancements in ensuring the well-being of welders. The incorporation of innovative materials and design concepts, driven by technological progress, showcases a commitment to improving the welding experience. The discussion here emphasizes the importance of investing in the best laser cutters and welding equipment for optimal safety and comfort. As technology evolves, so does the potential for creating safer and more efficient welding processes, and the integration of these new glove technologies is a testament to that progress.
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