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HAND PROTECTION
We are all in a race in an effort to utilize new fibers, technologies, and manufacturing processes to produce the next game-changing glove.
portunities in the industry for gloves that are touchscreen friendly. Current-day test methods exist for abrasion, cut resistance, ten- sile/tear strength, puncture resistance, heat conductivity, and dex- terity. Assets such as certified testing laboratories and in-field PPE survey analysis help differentiate sources of suppliers. Dedicated safety professionals are engaged at industrial workplaces to demon- strate products, provide training, and extend comprehensive pro- tection programs. These services provide emphasis on cost savings,
enhanced productivity, and risk reduction.
Recognize that one of our greatest challenges is to provide
gloves that people will wear while performing their tasks; 70 per- cent of injuries in the workplace occur due to employees not wear- ing hand protection.
We are lucky to be in this golden era of hand protection. Our industry consists of a tight-knit group of individuals dedicated to promoting safety and protecting people. The International Glove Association (IGA) is our industry’s best example. This association’s mission is to study, clarify, and recommend government action to help promote proper glove selection and use. Innovations from other industries continue to create opportunities for new glove
styles. We are all in a race in an effort to utilize new fibers, tech- nologies, and manufacturing processes to produce the next game- changing glove.
America’s workforce is much more sophisticated and task fo- cused. Their expectations are to be outfitted with the proper gar- ments to enhance productivity and be protected at the same time. Just as the medieval knights required task-specific protection, to- day’s worker is more of an industrial athlete requiring gear to en- hance his or her performance.
Larry Garner currently serves as Chief Marketing Officer for MCR Safety. He is a graduate of The University of Memphis with a BBA degree in Marketing with an emphasis on Sales. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the International Glove Association and the NSC Exhibitor Advisory Board. He earned Qualified Safety Sales Professional (QSSP) certification, which is sponsored by ISEA, and is a 2005 IGA (International Glove Association) Hall of Fame Honoree. Contact him at lgarner@mcrsafety.com.
MCR Safety has more than 40 years of experience as a leader in the field of personal protective equipment. Its assortment of offerings includes gloves, glasses, and garments that are made from the high- est-quality materials available to ensure maximum safety, comfort, and style. To take advantage of the company’s 360° PPE Protection Analysis Program and Buy & Try program to expedite product evalu- ations, visit https://shop.mcrsafety.com/.
The Memphis Orange 9178NFO features a patent-protected, hi-vis orange DuPontTM Kevlar® engineered yarn that enhances safety awareness, while providing dexterity, comfort and ANSI level A4
cut protection. Additional features include thermal protection, durability, strength, nitrile tacky grip, sense of touch and is touch screen friendly.
We Protect People with Gloves, Glasses
and Garments. We are MCR Safety. www.mcrsafety.com 800-955-6887
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