Reasons why Oilbloc™ gloves are superior

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When working with lubricants, such as oils and greases, it is important to wear safety gloves that not only protect against oil spilling but also allow you to maintain a good grip. Oil and grease are present in a variety of industries, so oil-resistant gloves might be essential for your workplace.

Lubricants can pose various hazards. Prolonged exposure to certain lubricants might result in a variety of skin issues. Contact with hot oils may lead to burns. Plus, when spilt on floors, materials or any other surfaces, oil and grease spills might lead to fire, fall and slippage hazards.

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As a distributor for Superior Glove in the UK and Ireland, Dawnthrive Ltd supplies a variety of safety gloves by Superior Glove, including Oilbloc™ gloves, top-performing safety work gloves that provide high oil resistance. However, what makes Oilbloc™ gloves top-performing gloves and different from the competition?

What is Oilbloc™?

Oilbloc™ is a treatment applied to gloves during the tanning process. This makes the oil-resistant treatment part of the glove itself as opposed to other oil-resistant treatments, usually in spray form, that are applied to gloves at the end of the manufacturing process.

What are the benefits of Oilbloc™ gloves?

Oilbloc™ gloves offer better protection against oil and increased grip in oily environments. According to Superior Glove’s internal grip tests, gloves treated with Oilbloc™ deliver 34% more grip force in oily conditions than competitive gloves. Plus, Oilbloc™ gloves are also resistant to water penetration.

Oilbloc™ gloves for sale at Dawnthrive Ltd.

Superior Glove Endura® 378GOBKL

Superior Glove Endura® 378GOBKL

The Endura® 378GOBKL gloves are cut resistant, puncture resistant and offer flame protection whilst providing comfort and dexterity. These safety gloves offer 360° ANSI Level A4 cut protection, ANSI Level 4 puncture resistance, level 3 rating for Arc Flash and have been treated with Oilbloc™.

Superior Glove Endura® 378GOBDTK

Superior Glove Endura® 378GOBDTK

For extremely cold working conditions, the Endura® 378GOBDTK are a great choice. These puncture resistant gloves are made from tough goat-grain leather and feature a Thinsulate™ lining that ensures hands stay warm in temperatures down to -30°C / -22°F. With both Oilbloc™ and Waterstop™ treatments, these cold weather work gloves easily repel oil, water and stains.

Superior Glove Endura® 378GCXVB

Superior Glove Endura® 378GCXVB

The Endura® 378GCXVB gloves not only feature 360° ANSI Level A9 cut protection but also ANSI Level 5 puncture protection and ANSI Level 2 impact protection. These highly cut-resistant gloves were originally designed to be used in the oil and gas industries, however, their versatility proved to be useful in other industries, such as forestry, construction and more.

Superior Glove Endura® 378CKGVB

Superior Glove Endura® 378CKGVB

Suitable for the construction, metal handling and oil and gas industries, the Endura®  378CKGVB gloves feature Hi-viz TPR impact protection backing, padded palms for vibration dampening and outstanding wear resistance. These impact protection gloves have been treated with Oilbloc™ for oil and water repellency.

If you require further information about Endura gloves or any other gloves by Superior Glove, contact our team today. We also stock a large collection of other safety work gloves. Discover other cut resistant gloves, abrasion resistant gloves, Kevlar gloves and more at Dawnthrive Ltd.

Superior glove guide: how to choose the right work glove

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Hands are used every day to perform all kinds of tasks in the workplace. We could go as far as saying that hands are the most used tools in the workplace. No matter the industry, environment or workplace, hands are essential. So, protecting employees’ hands is of the utmost importance.

According to Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) data, during 2020/21, an estimated 441,000 workers sustained non-fatal injuries according to self-reports. Of these workplace injuries, the most commonly injured part of the body is the upper limb area, including fingers, thumbs, wrists and rest of the arm. RIDDOR reports 26,139 injuries, 23% of workplace injuries, affecting these areas. These injuries include 7,579 injuries to one or more fingers, 4,677 injuries to hands and 4,814 injuries to wrists.

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Bare hands are at risk of cuts, burns, splinters, chemicals, scrapes, skin diseases and various other hazards. However, hand injuries are preventable. Selecting the right glove based on the environment and the hazards at hand is a step forward in preventing hand injuries. At Dawnthrive Ltd, we supply a variety of protective work gloves, including a vast range of Superior Glove safety gloves.

Who is Superior Glove?

Superior Glove is one of the many leading personal protection equipment brands we supply at Dawnthrive Ltd. Superior Glove has been manufacturing safety gloves since 1910 at their headquarters in Ontario, Canada. Their gloves are made with safety, efficiency and quality in mind.

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How to choose the right glove

Gloves should comfortably fit the employee and suit the type of job they are performing whilst keeping them safe from any injuries that might happen. When selecting safety gloves, it is important to consider the person wearing them and the environment they work in. For instance, the Health and Safety Executive mentions that when working with harmful substances, you should consider the following factors:

  • Identify the substances handled.
  • Identify all other hazards.
  • Consider the type and duration of contact.
  • Consider the user (size and comfort).
  • Consider the task.

Consider workplace hazards

Work gloves should be chosen in line with the hazards present at the workplace. Is the wearer working in cold temperatures? Is the wearer dealing with chemicals? Is the wearer working with sharp objects? Is the wearer working closely with electrical circuits? Determine all the hazards in the workplace to narrow down the options for the right glove for the job.

Consider workplace efficiency

Besides offering protection, some work gloves can also improve performance by improving grip and more. Dexterity, glove thickness and size are all important factors to consider when selecting the right glove. Once all of these factors have been considered, you will be able to pick the appropriate glove for the task.

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Where to buy Superior Gloves?

At Dawnthrive Ltd, as distributors for Superior Glove in the UK and Ireland, we supply a selection of the core CE certified gloves by Superior Glove. This includes heat resistant gloves, cut resistant gloves, thermal work gloves and more.

Impact protection gloves

Superior Glove Endura® 378KGTVB Gloves feature impact protection back-of-hand protection safeguards, 360° ANSI Level A5 cut protection and thermal protection down to -20°C / -4°F. These gloves also provide abrasion resistance and do not impede dexterity.

Superior Glove Endura® 378KGTVB Gloves

Heat resistant gloves

Superior Glove Cool Crip SKPX/PSS Gloves feature 360° ANSI Level A4 cut protection and ANSI Level 5 heat resistance. These latex-free gloves also feature silicone strips along the palm for heat resistance and increased grip. Comfortable, resistant and efficient. The Cool Grip Gloves are ideal for handling hot materials, metal stamping or metal foundry.

Superior Glove Cool Crip SKPX/PSS Gloves

Cut resistant gloves

Superior Glove Dexterity S10LXPB Gloves provide cut and puncture resistance whilst offering a strong and steady grip. These puncture resistant gloves feature ANSI Level 5 puncture resistance and ANSI Level 5 cut resistant. These safety gloves are suitable for material handling, site clean-up, waste handling and recycling sorting.

Superior Glove Dexterity S10LXPB Gloves

Oil resistant gloves

Superior Glove Endura® 378GOBDTK Gloves feature a high level of oil resistance due to the Oilbloc™ treatment, which repels water, stains and oil. These work gloves are recommended for extremely cold environments as these feature a Thinsulate™ lining that can keep hands warm in temperatures down to -30°C / -22°F. In addition to this, these gloves also provide  ANSI Level 4 puncture resistance.

Superior Glove Endura® 378GOBDTK Gloves

Contact our team today for more information about this range of gloves or to enquire about other gloves not present on the website. Feel free to get in touch by calling 01794 830352 or emailing info@dawnthrive.com.