SAFETY TERMS GLOVE CONSTRUCTION TERMS

GLOVE CONSTRUCTION
SAFETY TERMS
TERMS & CONDITIONS
GLOVE CONSTRUCTION
TYPES OF LEATHER
COW :
PIG :
GOAT
DEER:
Offers comfort,
durability and breathability.
Provides heat and
abrasion resistance.
Offers the greatest
breathability due to its
porous texture. Pigskin
often becomes softer and
more pliable with use.
Goat is the softest most
abrasion resistant leather.
Goatskin provides excellent
dexterity due to its supple
feel.
Is naturally soft, long
wearing and warm.
CUTS OF LEATHER
GRAIN LEATHER
Grain leather is found on the smooth external side of the hides; provides
ultimate durability and dexterity while being both oil and water repellent.
SPLIT LEATHER
Split leather is found on the rougher internal side of the hide, there are
three types of split leather which are; side split, shoulder split and belly split.
SIDE SPLIT LEATHER
Offers the best in terms of durability and quality from the split
leather cuts. This is the most expensive of the cuts.
SHOULDER SPLIT LEATHER
Is quite durable and is slightly more economical then side split.
BELLY SPLIT LEATHER
Is the most economical and also the least durable of the split leather cuts.
WORK GLOVE PATTERNS
GUNN CUT
CLUTE CUT
AMBIDEXTROUS
Seams follow the
natural crease of the
hand providing
excellent comfort.
Primarily used in
leather gloves.
Seams are on the
back of hand, allowing
for a seamless palm;
which adds to the
overall comfort and
manoeuvrability of
glove.
This style allows
the glove to be worn
on either hand;
increases the gloves
life by allowing the
wearing to reverse
and switch hands
once a particular
area becomes worn.
Clute is generally used
for fabric gloves and
lightweight leathers.
THUMB STYLE
KEYSTONE THUMB
WING THUMB
STRAIGHT THUMB
The thumb is
inserted separately
and includes a double
layer of leather for
added protection.
The keystone provides
more comfort and
dexterity then other
patterns.
The thumb has
no exposed seams
which provides
additional
wear in the
thumb area
and added
comfort.
This basic pattern
requires the least
amount of material
and is most cost
efficient.
GLOVE CONSTRUCTION
CUFF
STYLES
KNIT WRIST
SLIP ON
The wrist is
designed to hold
glove in place and
prevents debris from
entering glove.
This style
is designed
specifically for
easy on/off.
GAUNTLET
SAFETY CUFF
BAND TOP
The gauntlet style
provides similar
protection as the
safety cuff with
additional length
for added wrist and
forearm protection.
The safety cuff is
designed to protect
the wrist area. Opened
cuff area allows for
quick removable when
required.
(Ie. Used with machinery)
The band top is
cooler then a knit
wrist and is easier
to remove.
SYNTHETIC AND OTHER MATERIALS
NITRILE
NATURAL RUBBER LATEX
Nitrile offers good protection against oils, bases,
many solvents, esters, grease and animal fats; while
providing excellent resistance to snags, abrasions,
punctures and cuts.
Natural rubber latex provides high resistance to cuts; resists
bases, acids, alcohols and diluted aqueous solutions of most
types of chemicals. Latex may cause allergic reactions in some
individuals, if you have sensitivity to latex we recommend
switching to P.V.C, nitrile or neoprene.
NEOPRENE
Neoprene provides resistance to a wide range of oils,
acids, caustics and solvents. Not as resistant to snags,
abrasions, cuts as Nitrile and Natural Rubber.
PVA (POLYVINYL ALCOHOL)
PVC (POLYVINYL CHLORIDE)
PVC provides good resistance to abrasions and cuts; good
protection against many acids, caustics, bases and alcohols.
PVC is not recommended for ketones and many other types of
solvents.
PVA has very high resistance to aliphatics,
aromatics, chlorinated solvents, esters and most
ketones. Resistant to snags, punctures and cuts.
When exposed to water and light alcohols PVA
breaks down quickly.
POLYURETHANE
POLYETHYLENE
KEVLAR
Polyethylene provides economical protection from
chemicals, oils, fats, punctures and abrasion. Material
complies with FDA regulations for food contact.
Kevlar is 5 times stronger then steel by weight and can
provide protection up to 900°F with a liner. Kevlar is known
for its high strength but is not recommended for use in
abrasive applications.
SPECTRA
Spectra is a polyolefin fibre and is known for its
strength and cut resistance. Also offers excellent
abrasion resistance and can be repeatedly laundered.
Polyurethane resists bases, acids, alcohols, grease and animal
fat. Not recommended for most types of organic solvents.
Excellent protection against snag, punctures, abrasion and cuts.
TWARON
Twaron is made from an extremely strong synthetic
lightweight fibre that provides excellent heat and cut
resistance.
SUPPORTED VS UNSUPPORTED GLOVES
A supported glove is made by dipping a knit or woven cloth liner into a glove compound such as latex. The liner supports the
compound and adds strength. An unsupported glove is dipped directly into the glove compound with no supporting lining.
Unsupported gloves are better to use for dexterity while supported gloves provide better cut resistance.
For our Chemical Degradation Guide please see page 198 and 201
SAFETY TERMS
ANSI:
Stands for the American National Standards Institute. This consensus body consists of
volunteer safety professionals who create or revise documents on test requirements, procedural
methods and product specifications. When a manufacturer meets these specifications, then the
letter “Z” plus the standard can be placed on the manufacturer's products. Eg. ANSI Z87.1 is the
standard for eye and face protective devices.
CFR
Stands for the Code of Federal Regulations. These are the federal laws of the united states.
CFRA
Stands for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. It is responsible for all inspection and
associated activities related to food safety.
CGSB
Represents the Canadian General Standards Board. This is the largest standards
development and conformity assessment organization in Canada, which is recognized world
wide. A supplier who meets these standards is nationally recognized.
CFM
Cubic Feet per Minute.
CLASS A FIRE
Wood, paper, cloth, trash or other ordinary materials.
CLASS B FIRE
Gasoline, grease, oil, paint, or other flammable liquids.
CLASS C FIRE
Live electrical equipment.
CLASS D FIRE
Flammable metals.
CSA
Is the Canadian Standards Association. A non-profit, voluntary membership association
which develops standards through consensus. Also offers clarification and testing services.
dB
Stands for Decibel. A unit for measuring the intensity of sound on a scale of 0-130. The higher
the number, the greater the sound.
IDLH
Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health; is any atmosphere that poses an immediate threat
to life, would cause irreversible adverse health effects, or would impair an individual's ability to
escape from a dangerous situation.
WHMIS
Stands for Workplace Hazardous Material Information.
Terms
and Conditions
This catalogue is based on the latest information at time of print.
McCordick Glove & Safety Inc. reserves the right at any time to make changes to
product specifications, certifications, colours, models and availability.
Please note that standards and certifications may change and/or
be updated. Please confirm at time of ordering what the applicable and current
standards are for the product(s).
To avoid DUPLICATE ORDERS, we ask
that you do not send confirming orders.
MINIMUM Orders are $50.00.
RETURNS: We will only accept goods
returned from our customers at no charge under
the following conditions;
PAYMENT is net 30 days from date of invoice.
SHIPPING: Orders are shipped FOB unless
otherwise advised. Orders are generally
processed, packaged and shipped within a 24 hour
period. If you require the goods same day or
for next day delivery, please request when placing
your order with our Customer Service Team.
CLAIMS: We take pride in filling, checking and
packing your orders. In a rare occasion a package
may get damaged or lost in transit. If a truck shipment
is damaged, note the damage on the delivery receipt
and obtain an inspection report from the truck line
immediately, then contact us.
1. We have made an error in shipping
and/or processing your order.
2. Defects in the product.
3. The product failed to perform as stated.
Any other reason for a return will be subjected
to a 15% restocking charge and all freight charges
must be paid by the customer.
Products which have been custom designed for
a specific customer are not returnable. In addition,
any item that is not a standard item for us which is
purchased for the convenience of the customer is
also not returnable.
PROCESSING A RETURN:
Contact us directly and a RGA# (Return Goods Authorization) will be given which should be
marked on all cartons being returned to McCordick. We will provide you with the specific courier
to ship the goods back to us. Goods must be returned within 30 days of purchase. When calling
please provide the below details.
1.The packing slip number.
2.The product code of the product you are returning
3.The quantity you wish to return. 4.The reason for the return.