Blog/Glove Knowledgebase — Nitrile Coated Work Gloves

This week you can really up your game with your glove knowledge! We’ve rounded up some different technical glove terms you might not be aware of. Hopefully after working your way through the rest of this article you’ll be able to make more informed decisions when purchasing gloves. Palm Coatings There are 6 major types of palm coatings that you’ll encounter. Flat Nitrile: This type of palm coating is capable of protecting wearers from numerous types of hazards and is super popular because it is inherently puncture and tear resistant and can also hold up in oil-use applications. It also...

There are several factors that play into the lifespan of your nitrile coated work gloves. As with most items, the better job you do of taking care of them and keeping them clean, the longer they will last before needing to be replaced. If you are using and wearing work gloves on a daily basis, you should not be surprised that you’ll need to replace them eventually.   The definitive answer for how long your nitrile coated work glove should last doesn’t really exist. You’ll have to regularly assess the state of your work gloves and look for signs that...