Foundries can be dangerous places, but they are not uniformly so. A worker is more at risk while pouring molten metal than they are while walking around a quieter area, and safety regulations account for this by requiring more protective layers. Foundry protective clothing can be grouped into two categories: primary protective clothing and ...

A Roundup of the Most Appropriate Fabrics and Materials for Foundry PPE In foundries where workers are exposed to extreme heat and harsh environments, effective PPE is paramount. There are a range of fabrics and materials designed for use in the industry. We have put together a roundup of the most appropriate materials and their benefits.  ...

The Difference Between Compliant and Certified Safety Gloves   Hand and wrist injuries are one of the most common work-related injuries, so it is easy to see why adequate hand protection is so important! At Elliotts, we believe in lifting the standard on hand protection and supporting organisations in ensuring their workers are safe. To this...

The Perfect Cut Resistant Gloves For Handling Glass  One of the most important pieces of equipment when working with glass is, of course, your gloves. After sprains and strains, cuts and lacerations are the most commonly reported injury in the glass manufacture, waste disposal, and glass fitting industries.    There are many ...

Different Types of Safety Glove Coatings and Finishes  Elliotts has over 50 years of experience in safety glove design, using state-of-the-art high-tech fabrics and engineering and a wide range of glove and palm coatings and finishes – Elliotts designs gloves to suit every working environment. In this blog, we will give you an overview ...

Elliotts Firefighting Gear, Cold and Wet Weather Clothing at the AFAC18 The annual Australia Fire and Emergency Conference (AFAC) is just around the corner. Every year this conference attracts and showcases the latest developments in emergency services equipment and technology from around the globe to the Australasian region.   Showcase of ...

Selecting The Right Cut Resistant Work Gloves Cut Resistance is an extremely important requirement when handling sharp materials and or equipment. Knowing where each pair of gloves provides cut resistance is just as important as the cut resistance performance.     Cutting Edge Glove Certification   By purchasing Elliotts cut-...

The Difference Between the EN388:2003 and the EN388:2016 Safety Glove Standards   EN388:2003 Protective Gloves Against Mechanical Risk is the globally recognised standard for protective gloves against mechanical risks. AS/NZS 2161.3:2005 mirrors EN 388:2003 and has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. &...

Comfortable and Durable Ergonomically Designed Mechanics' Safety Glove Line     The Mec-Flex Utility Gold Mechanics Gloves offer the durability of a leather riggers glove with soft but durable goatskin grain leather. Manufactured using the best materials for workplace safety, both the Mec-Flex Utility Gold and Mec-Flex Utility ...

Considerations in Selecting a Perfect Pair of Welding Gloves  When handling any welding job, a reliable and comfortable pair of welding gloves is essential. At Elliotts, we have crafted a range of welding gloves, customised to meet the requirements of any task. When selecting the perfect welding gloves for you, there are various factors that ...