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You think simply rubber medical gloves. But in fact, rubber also has many types with different advantages and disadvantages as TPE gloves. The application lead is also different.  Once you understand that, you will know how to choose the right type of glove for each industry

What are TPE gloves?

These gloves are disposable rubber gloves common in medical, surgical, and medical examination to help prevent cross-infection between caregivers and patients. These come from different types of rubber. They may or may not be powdered.

The powder here is cornstarch (corn) to lubricate the gloves, easier to wear. However, in some sensitive jobs, people need not to use powdered medical gloves. Take a look at the rubber glove manufacturing process.

Materials for making TPE gloves

Take a look at 3 basic materials for making TPE gloves

Latex

It is also known as natural rubber (from the rubber tree). Latex has good elasticity, high tear resistance, feels real when holding. However, the puncture resistance and chemical resistance are not as good as other materials. This is the first, most basic type.

Nitrile

Also known as Nitrile rubber stands out for its wear resistance, puncture resistance, and chemical resistance. With its advantages, Nitrile gloves are gradually replacing latex gloves, especially in medical field. The cost of Nitrile medical gloves is about 20% higher than Latex medical gloves (same weight)

vinyl

People use Vinyl medical gloves as a cheap alternative to TPE gloves. However, Vinyl gloves have less elasticity and tear resistance than Latex. Therefore, vinyl gloves are often commonin food, seafood processing, etc.

Pros – Cons

The following table with detailed description will give you a more general overview of these 3 types of gloves

Latex medical gloves (Latex gloves) and Nitrile (Nitrile gloves) are the two most commonly commontypes.

Materials/Properties	Latex	Nitrile		vinyl
Osmotic	Excellence – the benchmark in waterproofing	Excellent – ​​outstanding puncture and tear resistance.		Poor – Gloves easily puncture and tear. The tightness is poor, so it also reduces the protection area.
Allergy	Depending on the type – Latex contains certain proteins that cause allergic reactions in some people. Powder-free TPE gloves have very little protein content, so the risk of allergies is small.	Very good - Hypoallergenic		Good – Hypoallergenic
Reliability	Excellent – ​​longevity and high elongation. Tensile strength >=3500psi	Excellent – ​​high puncture resistance. Tensile strength >=3000 psi		Weak – Vinyl is a glove with poor physical properties and the worst life of all gloves. The tensile strength is usually just under 2000 psi.
Elasticity, comfort	Excellent – ​​Latex's elasticity surpasses that of other gloves. The ability to maintain the original shape after stretching is also very good.	Very good – The elasticity is quite good. Unlike TPE gloves, nitrile gloves will remember the size of the wearer's hand.		Poor – Vinyl gloves have poor elasticity and this property fluctuates depending on the manufacturer.
Anti-puncture	Very good – Latex gloves are very puncture resistant	Excellent - Nitrile's puncture resistance is superior to other gloves.		Least
Chemical resistant	Good – Good resistance to caustics and detergents.	Excellent – ​​Resistant to a wide range of chemicals, especially organic solvents.		Weak – Vinyl is soluble in organic solvents.
Price	Very Good – Powdered TPE gloves are considered the standard of medical gloves. However, the price of powder-free latex gloves is much higher than that of powdered ones.	Good – Nitrile gloves cost more than latex.		Very Good – Same price as latex or less. Is a cheap alternative of latex gloves in case users are allergic to latex proteins.
Application of tpe gloves	It is the choice in the medical field except in cases of allergies.	As an alternative to latex gloves. Especially where high mechanical properties or chemical resistance are required.		Is the low cost alternative of TPE gloves. Not recommended for use in the medical field or where there is a high risk of infection.

Powdered and non-powdered TPE gloves

To make disassembly easier, more convenient and faster, powdered TPE gloves are available, including nitrile and latex lines. The flour common here is cornstarch. However, studies show that cornstarch helps keep the protein in rubber longer on the surface, increasing the level of skin allergies when used, even dermatitis when the skin is wet or injured.

Not to mention, the use of medical rubber gloves with powder is not recommended in surgery or the food processing and cooking industry because the powder is easily spread out leading to poisoning, affecting health. Therefore, although powder-free TPE gloves do not offer the same quick on and off action as powdered ones, they offer a higher level of safety.

Instructions for wearing – removing medical gloves properly

Put on and take off medical gloves properly so as not to get infected with bacteria. This is one of the rigorous tests, especially for people working in the fields of medicine, food, and medicine. Currently, medical rubber gloves are sold quite a lot at stores, pharmacies or e-commerce sites, consumers can easily choose the right type.

However, to avoid buying poor quality products, don't forget to carefully read the ingredients, types, origin, expiry date... before you buy.

What are protective TPE gloves?

Protective TPE gloves are gloves made of rubber including 100% natural rubber and synthetic rubber, to ensure safety for workers' hands. So these gloves have many types such as household gloves, industrial gloves and nitrile rubber gloves, latex gloves. Household gloves and industrial gloves we've shared in previous articles, please You see: household gloves and industrial gloves

Nitrile rubber gloves made from synthetic rubber have good water and oil resistance, so they are widely used, especially in clean rooms such as anti-static common in electronics, in laboratories. TPE gloves, the main ingredient is natural rubber, which is widely common in the medical, cosmetic and medical industries because of its high hygiene and safety factors.

What are wool safety gloves?

Therefore Protective wool gloves are gloves made from wool yarn woven by machine depending on the number of grams and needles that have different weights. Protective wool gloves help reduces friction and smoothness when working, commonin normal jobs such as construction, gardening, janitors. The price of woolen gloves is also very cheap and sold in many places. Rubber-coated wool gloves are also known as rubber-coated gloves.

Medical nitrile gloves seem to have become a companion who always stands shoulder to shoulder with manual medical workers. It will bring safety and reduce the risk of injury as well as health effects by factors outside the working environment. Each profession has different hazardous properties, and then protective gloves have separate design.

Creating a safe working environment is essential work that we should not overlook. In addition, when protected by protective equipment, workers will not have to worry about distracting or fearing when working.

5 TYPES OF COMMON MEDICAL NITRILE GLOVES CURRENTLY

– Cotton protective cloth gloves

These gloves have cotton material but not durable than medical nitrile gloves. With the advantage of wearing, it feels comfortable and comfortable because of the soft material, good sweat absorption and ventilation. Moreover, it is very suitable for people with sensitive skin because it does not cause skin irritation. Thin, light fabric feels authentic to use and fits snugly in the hand.

Cotton gloves are common for workers working in many different industries such as agriculture, industry, assembling machinery, electrical equipment, electronic components, etc.

– Protective fabric gloves

The fabric is soft, stretchy and cool; so many people choose to use it. With high durability, less shrinkage, it is often common in the garment industry, assembling electronic components, checking product quality because it requires precision and ingenuity.

Polyester medical nitrile gloves

Medical nitrile gloves are a product line with very high durability, good elasticity, so it can be common for a long time after washing and drying. The adhesion is also quite good, so it can be anti-slip and prevent some common chemicals. Therefore, polyester fabric gloves are often common for painters, metal manufacturers, mechanics, wood factories, etc.

 Jeans protective cloth gloves

Jean fabric gloves have the advantage of good thickness but are not stiff because they come by a soft inner layer, creating a smooth wearing experience. The surface of the gloves has a certain roughness, so it increases friction when holding work items, easy to manipulate, and avoids slipping. Therefore, it is often common in the mechanical industry, assembling cars, motorcycles, ...

The gloves protection are among the devices to protect individual (DPI) and are common to cover and protect workers' hands.

Why medical staff need medical nitrile gloves?

It is important to protect our hands with medical nitrile gloves. Below we give you some more information on the various types of gloves, on the materials and on the advantages of choosing a reusable rather than a disposable glove.

The materials

We assume that the choice of gloves also depends on what we do with our hands: if we have manual work or if we have to use them only when we go out for errands, as the physical properties of the gloves are related to the materials with which they are produced, and the choice of material will be made according to the type of actions to be performed.

Medical nitrile gloves can have different materials:

Latex: they are thin, elastic and adherent. They give good protection against contamination and infections.

Nitrile: they are a great alternative for all those individuals who are allergic to latex. They are resistant, even to perforation, and are in fact also common in the mechanical field.

Vinyl: in synthetic material, they have a good thickness, which guarantees safety and resistance.

Polyethylene: they are suitable for contact with food; they can also be common in the medical or aesthetic field. They have the advantage of maintaining a high tactile sensitivity.

Disposable and reusable medical nitrile gloves

The most common are the disposable medical nitrile gloves, usually comes by less thickness, often sprinkled inside with corn starch or other substances that help to wear them easily.

The reusable models, although less well known, offer several advantages:

 

• washable .
• Moreover, we can sanitize with alcohol-based gels.
• They are thicker and stronger.
• They are a little longer and also protect part of the forearm.

Some models are equipped with internal flocking, avoiding excessive sweating and can therefore be worn for longer.

How to wear medical nitrile gloves?

Just as there are precise guidelines for wearing the mask, there are also some for the gloves that we indicate below:

 

1. Wash your hands well and dry them.
2. it is important to adopt the right technique to remove them :
3. Remove the first glove with the other hand without touching the skin.
4. Lift the flap and insert your middle finger to pull and remove the medical nitrile gloves.
5. Insert the index and middle fingers of the free hand inside the other glove, avoiding touching the outer surface.
6. Once both gloves have been removed , discard them and wash your hands

Gloves can be common for different purposes:

Medical nitrile gloves provide a protective barrier and prevent hand contamination when blood, body fluids, secretions, excretions, mucous membranes and skin are touched.

Reduce the probability that microorganisms present on the hands of personnel are transmitted during procedures.

Reduce the probability that the hands of personnel contaminated with microorganisms from another person.

It's important to have on mind:

To touch blood, organic fluids, secretions, excretions or contaminated material, it is necessary to wear gloves.

Take off gloves immediately after use and wash hands before touching uncontaminated materials or surfaces and before assisting another person.

How to protect medical nitrile gloves?

Medical nitrile gloves can lose their integrity with use, therefore, when procedures are long and whenever they lose their integrity, they should be changed and hands washed before putting on others.

Hands are undoubtedly the most precious tool and that is why we must take care of and protect them. An operator who is in contact with some dangerous material, exposed to possible cuts or burns… must keep his hands and arms well protected.

In addition, the company has certain legal obligations in this regard. Do you want to know more about work gloves? In this article we tell you everything you need to know.

Medical nitrile gloves: law and regulations

The medical nitrile gloves companies have the obligation to carry out security controls and to evaluate the risks. This assessment will reveal whether it is necessary for employees to protect their hands and arms from potential hazards.

Personal protective powder free nitrile gloves are falling into every field, such as  powder free nitrile gloves, can be certified under the old directive until April 2019, but from that date onwards it is necessary to adapt to the new requirements.

What is powder free nitrile gloves protection standards?

In the new standard, six parameters are common to evaluate, in addition to cut protection, the entire performance of the glove:

1. a)  Abrasion resistance - rated with a level from 1 to 4 where 4 indicates the best performance
2. b)  Resistance to blade cutting (based on the number of cycles required to perform the cut) – they come with a level from 1 to 5 where 5 indicates the best performance
3. c)  Tear resistance - rated with a level from 1 to 4 where 4 indicates the best performance
4. d)  Puncture resistance - rated with a level from 1 to 4 where 4 indicates the best performance
5. e)  Shear resistance (test based on the force required for cutting) - evaluated with a level from A to F, where F indicates the best performance
6. f)  Impact protection - expressed as passed (P) or failed

In case a powder free nitrile gloves do not come under testing level, we place a x mark on it.

To summarize the performance of a specific glove, a pictogram is common followed by a series of numbers or letters that express the level of resistance to the requirements listed above.

Official pictogram for the representation of the cut, tear, puncture and puncture protection level of an anti-cut glove

Which powder free nitrile gloves to choose?

Personal protective equipment, or PPE, such as anti-cut gloves, is always important to avoid injuries and unnecessary risks, especially when carrying out operations that involve the use of sharp or pointed objects.

This is the case, for example, in slaughterhouses or butchers 'shops, where deboning, filleting and cutting operations take place. Gloves for butchers have specific requirements and must meet the needs of practicality, efficiency and wear.

It is important that cut protection is guaranteed   for all parts of the body that risk coming into contact with the blades, therefore, depending on the operations, it may be necessary to protect the entire shoulder from the hand alone.

Where to use powder free nitrile gloves?

The powder free nitrile gloves for butchers, as well as provide the necessary protection against cuts, must be suitable for contact with food in accordance with national and European regulations.

Food Grade Cut Resistant Gloves are designed to provide the highest level of cut protection. You can choose between:

The cut-proof stainless steel gloves for food, ideal for meat processing and boning

Food- safe gloves in anti-cut technical fabric for cutting operations, for cleaning cutting tools such as slicers or for handling sharp objects in general.

Gloves for food in anti-cut stainless steel

Anti-cut stainless steel glove with forearm protection for butchers and operators in the meat processing sector.

The anti-cut stainless steel powder free nitrile gloves ensure high protection and are indispensable in the most risky operations. But they also have other advantages:

Low maintenance:  the elastic strap resists washing, temperature changes and mechanical breakage, guaranteeing a practically unlimited duration.

Hygiene:  stainless steel ensures unparalleled cleaning, being washable at any temperature and with any detergent.

Food safety:  stainless steel eliminates problems related to plastic, such as accidental breakage and the consequent contamination of food.

Powder free nitrile gloves for food in technical fabric

The powder free nitrile gloves in technical fabric have flanked gloves, expanding their performance. The new fibers common combine the great resistance and flexibility typical of powder free nitrile gloves with resistance to heat or low temperatures and to various chemical agents.

What models of cut resistant gloves are there on the market?

The market offers different models of cut resistant gloves both in metal mesh and in fabric, which differ according to the technical characteristics and the protection offered.

Listed below are some certified professional models, designed for intensive use in the food sector.

Cut resistant stainless steel gloves:

The   anti-cut glove for food is a professional glove completely come of stainless steel metal mesh and equipped with an elastic closure system also in stainless steel. The elastic strap adapts to any wrist size, always maintaining the same pressure and ensuring perfect support during all stages of processing. It is available in three versions: wrist, with 20 cm sleeve, with sleeve up to the shoulder.

Inventories that don't stop growing

Thinking of satisfying the growing demand of our customers, we have increased the existence in existing stocks. In this way we can cover the quantities of disposable gloves that our customers require, regardless of the number.

We take into account that technology continues to innovate disposable gloves, making them better and better. In order not to be left behind, we constantly renew our stop-gloves and add those that have recently arrived on the world market.

Can we recycle powder free nitrile gloves?

Unfortunately, as you may have deduced, there is bad news: that is that it is not possible to recycle them.

In fact, despite being made of plastic materials such as polyethylene, nitrile and synthetic nitrile, they are not part of the packaging family and for this reason their recycling is not possible.

So with gloves. But can it be, gentlemen of the court? In recent times in many supermarkets the gloves have not even been found anymore. The bags go with their hands drawn, with the shop assistants to tell you, repeatedly, looking up, put them on. And the voice inside the supermarket to repeat it.

Summary

Same thing goes for powder free nitrile gloves. Therefore same rule. They throw themselves into the undifferentiated.

Natural nitrile rubber gloves are fully compostable. The natural nitrile common comes from responsibly managed and FSC certified rubber tree plantations.

They are also comfortable thanks to their textured pattern on the fingertips and palms which allows for a better grip.

Types and scope of medical seals

Depending on the field of application, there are medical glove groups:

Diagnostics medical glove

They are common for examining patients; they are suitable for examining mucous membranes and superficial wounds, for carrying out other manipulations. There are different sizes, which are labeled with letters. Gloves can be worn on any hand, and for a secure hold along the entire length of the arm, there is a roller on the cuff;

Surgical medical glove

They are common during surgical procedures and to examine open wounds. These models have an extended cuff that can extend to the forearm. Sizes: 5.5 to 9. Material is thinner to provide the necessary sensitivity on the fingers. Thanks to the textured surface of the palms and fingers, it is possible to hold the instrument securely even in a humid environment.

What is the common material of medical glove?

Medical gloves come of primarily of latex. This material is natural; it is obtained from the sap of rubber plants. The advantages of latex are high strength, elasticity, and extensibility. The material provides a comfortable working environment as it absorbs sweat and maintains excellent tactile sensitivity.

The disadvantage of latex is that it can cause allergic reactions. In this case, you can choose gloves made of synthetic materials, which are also in our range.

Another material common to make medical gloves is nitrile. This material is strong and does not cause allergies. Its distinctive feature is its increased resistance to the negative effects of aggressive substances.

Depending on whether the gloves are coated, they are:

Powdered

This type includes almost all latex models. To facilitate putting on the gloves, they are sprinkled with cornstarch on the inside;

Powder-free

Thanks to numerous studies, it has been revealed that powder is an aggressive factor and can get into surgical incisions or cause allergic reactions. To make it easier to don powder-free gloves, they use a polymer compound or silicone instead of starch.

In the assortment of the online store, you can find synthetic and latex medical glove that protect against the effects of ionizing radiation. They are common in X-ray surgery, gynecology, angiography, coronary angioplasty, urology, and orthopedics.

Why medical glove are important to wear?

Specialized gloves are also presented in our catalog. They are often common to enhance the protection of patients and nursing staff from adverse or hazardous substances.

They are common when:

• use or preparation of drugs against tumors;
• handling chemotherapy waste.

Specialized gloves are 4.5 times denser than examination models. To improve the protection of the forearm, they have long cuffs (from 290 mm) and anatomical shape. The textured surface guarantees a secure grip on the tools. The right and left hand gloves are packed separately.

Medical gloves protect hands

Medical gloves are a means of protecting the hands of a medical worker when in contact with a patient, as well as protecting the patient himself from the bacterial environment on the hands of a medical worker. When buying, it is important to choose the right size of medical gloves so that they do not interfere with various manipulations.

Nitrile medical gloves (powdered and powder-free) are deservedly popular among medical workers, since, unlike latex gloves, nitrile gloves are hypoallergenic, have increased flexibility and elasticity. Such gloves are common for laboratory diagnostic procedures and in most medical institutions when examining patients.

Disposable medical glove

 

Disposable medical gloves are essential for maintaining the necessary sanitary conditions, as well as ensuring the safety of patients and medical personnel. They are common not only for medical manipulations, but for protection against contact of hands with chemicals, food, laboratory samples, etc.

You can buy wholesale medical gloves from us by placing an order on the website. The assortment of our store presents a variety of options for high-quality products, among which you will find the best in size and characteristics.

What is medical glove powder?

Medical gloves Powder is common to prevent sticking of the product and is only necessary to facilitate the technological process in production. Otherwise, with constant and prolonged contact with the skin, it absorbs proteins and microbes, being a source of infectious danger and allergic reactions.

To avoid unpleasant consequences, it is better to use powdered types only for short-term manipulations.

The texture of the outer surface affects the grip of the tools; there are textured and micro-rough looks. The first option has a visible and tangible texture, while the second is almost smooth.

Sterile products mainly require for surgical procedures. For medical examinations or use in other areas, non-sterile are most often suitable.

Latex gloves

Latex, widespread and familiar to many, is good because it stretches well, fits the hand, is soft and elastic. An inexpensive option, especially well-suited for everyday use.

Benefits:

• Maintaining good finger sensitivity;
• Full fit, elasticity;
• Holds tools even in humid environments.

Among the disadvantages is the content of proteins in the composition, which can cause allergic reactions, and are also not always resistant to alcohol, oils and ethers. In addition, there is a high probability of sticking, which is why manufacturers often use powder.

Of course, the powder does not let your hands swear, which of course is a plus, but at the same time it can cause allergies, dry the skin and accumulate microbes.

Vinyl medical glove

Medical products made from this material, also called PVC, are notable for their low price and at the same time good characteristics. Medical glove are popular not only in medicine, but also in laboratory activities, in industries. You can also use it for everyday use. They are pleasant to the touch, do not cause allergic reactions, and they also do not have an unpleasant rubbery smell.

Benefits:

• Comfortable sensation when in contact with the skin;
• Good resistance to alcohol, alkaline and acid solutions, fats and other chemicals;
• Fitted comfortably;
• They have anti-static properties.

They protect well from dirt and substances, but at the same time they can pass infections due to the high level of permeability. Simple models do not fit tightly enough to the hands, as they are not very elastic, so the sensitivity decreases. That is why you need to carefully choose the medical glove size. Not very tear and puncture resistant, but good manufacturers have figured out how to tackle this problem with a variety of hybrid options, including powder-free vinyl gloves.

Nitrile gloves

They combine the positive properties of the two previous types, do not contain proteins and do not cause allergies. Gloves with nitrile coating believe to be 100% hypoallergenic, but there is a risk of contact dermatitis during prolonged use.

Due to their resistance to aggressive substances, they are often common in the laboratory and production area, where it is necessary to frequently come into contact with chemicals.

Benefits:

• Are not affect by alcohols, phenols, acids, aldehydes;
• Resistant to tears and punctures;
• Virtually impervious to bacteria and viruses;
• Elastic, stretch well.

CPE vs. Disposable TPE Gloves: Which One to Go For?

Are you having trouble making up your mind between CPE and disposable TPE gloves? Well, you don’t need to worry anymore. In this guide, we will tell you everything you need to know about CPE and TPE gloves. In the end, you will be able to decide which one is better for your needs. So, let’s start right away!

What are CPE Gloves?

CPE gloves are a lot like PE gloves. But, they have one characteristic more than that of PE gloves. They use the same material that PE gloves do with some addition of LDPE gloves. That’s why they are also known as Cast-PE gloves.

Many people are of the misconception that CPE gloves are made from chloridize polythene. But, this is not the case. Chloridize polythene is not able to make film gloves.

At the first run through CPE gloves, it is made by chlordize polyethylene with wet projecting film machine, following not many years created, individuals found the extruder machine can likewise do it with extraordinary models, called film models. Be that as it may, typical blowing LDPE material can't utilize in cast film machines, since some material Dissolve Stream Rate can't fulfill guideline, if it can't arrive at 2.0 g/min, it will neglect to make a film in projecting machines.

How to Pick the Best CPE Gloves?

CPE gloves undoubtedly offer huge advantages to the workers. But, before you head out to buy the best gloves for yourself, there are some tips that you need to keep in mind. Let’s check them out below.

1.      Go for the Ones That Are Durable

There are a lot of CPE gloves available in the market for you to choose from. But, you need to make sure that the ones that you buy are durable as well. Even though the best gloves will wear out someday, but they will not wear out as frequently as a cheaper pair would do.

2.      Make Sure They Are Comfortable

The gloves that you buy need to be comfortable as well. That’s because you will be wearing them for longer hours. So, make sure that the gloves that you intend to buy have proper padding, insulation, and absorbency. Otherwise, there is no use in buying them.

What are Disposable TPE Gloves?

The disposable TPE gloves are basically the same as CPE gloves, some clients even don't have the foggiest idea how to recognize them. Almost same creation strategy, however unique material, that is the reason we additionally call it second era CPE gloves, C2 gloves, C2 PE gloves. CPE gloves, as a rule, utilize thick embellishing to build the inclination thickness, yet TPE gloves for the most part utilize smooth emblazoning to fortify its delicate inclination and better stretching and ductile. However, lately, a few clients need to stick and better hold TPE gloves, Blackbox design some new emblazoning called 3D decorate, jewel embellish, it actually quite welcome by all clients.

Why Should You Invest In Disposable TPE Gloves?

The disposable TPE gloves are gaining a lot of popularity at workplace these days. That’s because of the many benefits they offer to their users. Let’s take a look at some of them below.

1.      Hand Injuries Are Extremely Common At Workplace

According to a survey, hand injuries are more common at a workplace than any other type of injury. Almost 40% of all hand injuries reported on the job included punctures and cuts on the hands. These punctures and cuts can at times turn out to be really serious. Apart from this, fractures, sprains, and burns are some other common hand injuries. One of the top reasons for the cause of these injuries is the absence of proper training and hand protection. Moreover, the majority of these injuries could have been avoided if the workers were using proper construction gloves. This is why it is extremely important to wear gloves at the workplace.

2.      Excellent Grip

TPE gloves are not only injury resistant but offer an oily grip to the users as well. As a result, they become ideal for handling materials such as sheet metal that may present multiple hazards. In addition to this, the gloves also protect lacerations. What’s more, the improved gripping action of the gloves is extremely useful as well. As a result, it does not only benefit the worker but the employer as well. To make the gloves cut-resistant and have an oily grip, the manufacturers use high-performance fibers. A common example of this is HPPE.  When HPPE is wrapped with fiberglass yarn or stainless steel, it provides the highest cut resistance to the gloves.

3.      Protection against Chemicals

Although some chemical hazards have been present at the workplace for decades, they are coming to the forefront recently. Hexavalent chromium is one of the major concerns of the workers working in the construction industry. This chemical is highly hazardous and must be avoided at all costs. This is where disposable TPE gloves come to your aid. They protect the workers against all the chemicals that are found in the workplace.

4.      Long-Lasting

Another huge advantage of disposable TPE gloves is that they are highly durable. That’s because they are made of polymeric materials that are ten times more durable than rubber gloves. Additionally, some of the gloves also have an additional layer of polymer in them. This extra layer protects the area that wears out the most. An example of this is the area between the thumb and the first finger. So, if you are also considering getting work gloves for yourself, make sure that they are made of durable materials.

Final Words

Now that you know the difference between the CPE and disposable TPE gloves, we hope that you will make the best choice that will suit your needs. Contact us now for more information!

 

Choosing the Right Hand Gloves for Laboratory Use

Hand gloves are essential for protecting skin from mild to severe skin damage. Human skin is sensitive to chemicals. Doing different laboratory tasks without gloves means your hand’s skin will be at a high risk of getting damaged. The most common issues are chemical burns, lacerations, thermal burns, and exposure to cryogenic exposure. Therefore, it is necessary to protect your hands with appropriate protective gloves, especially for laboratory testing purposes. Today, we will try to help you how to choose the best protective gloves for laboratory use.

Buying Hand Gloves for Laboratories

You need to wear the best hand gloves while dealing with hazardous materials. In a laboratory, you will be handling toxic chemicals, sharp or rough-edged objects, very cold or very hot materials, and corrosive materials. Therefore, you must make sure to choose the appropriate and best quality gloves for complete protection. Usually, disposable neoprene or nitrile gloves are appropriate to protect against lab chemicals and incidental splashes. However, you must consult a professional to verify the compatibility of the chemical with the protective gloves you will use.

The need for high-quality gloves becomes more important when working with higher acute toxic chemicals. High concentrated corrosives and dealing with chemicals for long periods also require the selection of the most appropriate hand gloves. The selection should base on the task and chemical compatibility.

Here are the important considerations when selecting protective gloves:

• Permeation Rate
• Breakthrough Time
• Degradation Rating

Now, let’s take a quick look at the above-mentioned factors for a better understanding.

Degradation Rating

Degradation rating is the variation in the glove’s physical properties. This variation occurs after contact with the chemical. Typically, degradation happens as swelling, cracking, shrinking, stiffening, or hardening of the protective glove. This rating shows how well the glove will work when working with the chemicals.

Breakthrough Time

It is the elapsed time between test chemicals’ initial contact on the glove surface and the chemical’s analytical detection on the glove inside. Before you buy hand gloves, you must inquire about the breakthrough time and make sure that it is perfectly alright.

Permeation Rate

Test chemical goes through the protective glove at a specific rate after breakthrough occurs and the equilibrium is achieved. This rate is known as a permeation rate. Permeation includes chemical absorption on the glove surface, glove diffusion, and chemical desorption on the glove inside. You cannot measure the permeation rate without the occurrence of chemical breakthrough.

Degradation and permeation happen under the lab test conditions. It may vary significantly from the actual work environment conditions. The selection of protective glove material for mixtures depends on the shortest possible breakthrough time.

Major Types of Gloves and Their Use

Take a look at the following types of gloves with their uses. It should help you choose the most appropriate glove materials for your specific use.

Butyl: Butyl provides excellent permeation resistance by water vapor and most gases. It is especially ideal for ketones and esters uses.

Neoprene: This glove material provides reliable heat resistance and tensile strength, but offers modest abrasion resistance. This material is suitable for many oils, caustics, and acids.

Nitrile: Nitrile gloves are exceptional general-duty hand gloves. They protect from several solvents, petroleum, and oils as well as from corrosives. They are also known for their excellent resistance to snags, abrasions, punctures, and cuts.

PVC: PVC material is appropriate when you need gloves that are abrasion-resistant and protect hands from acids, petroleum hydrocarbons, and most fats.

PVA: It is another common glove material that offers high resistance to gases. Choose PVA gloves if you need to protect your hands from chlorinated and aromatic solvents. However, you cannot use these gloves for water-based solutions or in water.

Viton: Viton is a material that offers great resistance to aromatic and chlorinated solvents. It also provides reliable resistance to abrasions and cuts.

Silver Shield: Silver Shield provides resistance to various hazardous and toxic chemicals. You can choose silver shield gloves when you need greater chemical resistance.

Natural Rubber: This material offers resistance and flexibility to an array of caustics, acids, alcohols, detergents, and salts.

Usually, manufacturers of gloves have compatibility charts of chemicals for gloves. You can find these charts online for a better understanding.

Other Considerations

Sometimes, you need fine dexterity, but you cannot achieve it with the manufactured product. You can opt for dual gloving with the less compatible material and replace outside contaminated gloves immediately. You can also wear tight-fitting gloves in particular situations, like when wearing protective Silver Shield gloves. It will help you increase dexterity.

Glove thickness, length, and size are other important considerations. Usually, the thickness of hand gloves is measured in gauge or mills. 10-gauge gloves equal to 0.01 inches or 10 mills. Lighter, thinner gloves provide better flexibility and touch sensitivity. However, they may reduce breakthrough times. Usually, you can quadruple the glove breakthrough time by doubling the glove thickness.

Choose the glove length according to the depth to reach with your arm or where the splash of chemicals is. If you need extra immersion or splash protection, you can choose 14+ inches longer gloves. The size of the glove is also an important consideration. Make sure that the glove you buy is not too tight neither too loose. Otherwise, you will have difficulty in doing tasks. You can buy gloves in different cuff designs, colors, and lining.

Proper Use and Care of Gloves

Before you use hand gloves for laboratory testing purposes, you must inspect them for any puncture or degradation. You can tap or blow air inside the gloves to check for pinholes. Never fill your gloves with water as it will make gloves uncomfortable. You should replace disposable gloves if there are any contamination signs. It is essential to wash reusable gloves frequently, especially after extended use.

Always buy original, top-quality gloves from reliable suppliers. For further information about laboratory gloves, you can talk to us anytime.

Introduction

Manufacturers use different materials to develop different types of disposable gloves.  The most common disposable gloves are Latex, Nitrile, or Vinyl gloves. But which one of these is the best option for usage?

Right now we are in a situation where our health and priority is a significant factor to consider when buying anything. The same goes for these disposable gloves. We need to consider which of the three materials will provide you with the most protection. Additionally, we need to consider the pros and cons of each material before we decide which one to buy. This is very important as no the hygiene of your hands is the most important thing.

In order to protect your hands from harmful microorganisms, you need proper protection. The healthcare, industrial, and food service workers should be strictly forbidden to use bare hands as that can directly affect the patients’ and customers’ health. These workers need to wear gloves during all hours of work.

However, protection does not come from just any disposable gloves. So we will study in detail each type of disposable gloves; Latex, Nitrile, and Vinyl gloves.

Nitrile

Nitrile gloves are commonly known as medical-grade gloves. These gloves are manufactured from latex-free synthetic rubber. These gloves are highly puncture-resistant and very durable. The Nitrile gloves offer you protection again many chemicals as well. These gloves will mold on your hand and provide a good grip, and they have a longer shelf life. They are ideal for wearing them for more extended periods. You can buy them in powdered or powdered free options.

The Nitrile gloves are an excellent option for usage for situations where there is a risk of coming in contact with infectious substances, hazardous and corrosive chemicals. Even though they have a terrible effect on the environment because they are not biodegradable, some companies manufacture them in biodegradable forms. However, they are slightly more expensive them Latex and Vinyl gloves.

There would be ideal in Medical industries (like dentistry, hospitals, and beauty), automotive industry, Industrial industry, Janitorial industry

Black Nitrile Gloves with High-Quality Disposable Nitrile Gloves

These nitrile gloves are great to use in high-risk situations where there are harsh and corrosive chemicals. They are manufactures from natural Nitrile, and they are suitable for use in the medical, surgical application, food, and electronics industry. These gloves are eco-friendly, non-toxic, flexible, and non-allergic. They come in both powdered and powder-free interiors.

Vinyl

Manufacturers use PVC, a petroleum-based film for making Vinyl gloves. They have a loose-fitting, so they do not provide you with enough dexterity, and they are not very durable.

Stretching of the gloves can damage them.  They are usually an excellent option to wear in situations where high durability and high protection are not a priority. They are latex-free, and they have anti-static properties. Also, they are suitable for short and low-risk works so that you can use them with non-hazardous substances. They are very inexpensive, so if cost is a factor, these are a good option.

The vinyl gloves are ideal to use in the food preparation industry, Medical industries such as dentistry, hospitals, and beauty, the janitorial, automotive, industrial, and industrial sectors. Our recommendation for high-quality Vinyl gloves are;

Disposable Vinyl PVC Gloves for Hospital – Practical Blue Color

These Vinyl gloves are premium quality PVC Gloves especially manufactured for use in hospitals. They can hold against stretches, punctures, and general wear and tear. In addition, health care facilities can use these gloves as they protect against harmful microorganisms. To make these gloves, manufacturers use non-latex polyvinyl, which comes in both powder and powder-free interiors. It has a smooth surface, and it comes in blue or transparent color.

Latex

Latex gloves are made from latex, which is a natural material made out of rubber. These gloves provide you with excellent protection. They offer protection and are very common. The gloves have a perfect fitting and feel like a second skin in your hands. They have outstanding touch sensitivity. They are ideal for wearing for more extended periods.

Moreover, they are also suitable for high-risk situations as it protects against harmful substances. They are elastic and strong, very durable, and provide excellent dexterity, better than Nitrile. These gloves have a powder lining, thus allowing you to quickly put them on.

Moreover, they are also biodegradable, so they don’t have any harmful effects on the environment and are very inexpensive. However, they have a lower resistance against chemicals and punctures. And some people develop allergies to latex. For them, the alternatives are Nitrile or latex-free vinyl gloves.

The latex gloves are ideal for medical industries such as dentistry, hospitals, beauty, the Janitorial industry, and the automotive industry.

Beige Latex Powdered or Powder Free Examination Gloves

Applications like manufacturing, automobile, food process, food service, and many more extensively use Industrial-grade latex gloves. The FDA approves our examination gloves for food services. They are manufactured from high-quality natural latex. There are resistant, durable, and reliable. They have the ability to protect you against harmful microorganisms and hazardous chemicals. The gloves come in smooth as well as textured surfaces. They come in powdered, powder-free, or double chlorinated interiors.

Now that you have understood the difference in each type of glove, it would be much easier for you to choose suitable gloves for your tasks. Consider the pros and cons, and then choose the right disposable glove for yourself or your workers.

Take Away

Guangzhou JIAZHANLl Rubber Plastics Co. LTD was established in 1998 and has been producing a series of premium quality rubber plastic gloves ever since. They received the SGS safety certification for latex gloves, nitrile gloves, vinyl gloves, and PE gloves in 2013.

In addition, they have obtained many safety standard certificates, European standards, American standards, and national standards at present. They provide a wide variety of disposable nitrile gloves, vinyl gloves, and PE gloves.

Nitrile Medical Gloves

There are endless choices when you need to buy gloves for professional or commercial use. Buying examination or nitrile medical gloves can become a little confusing because of the huge variety available in medical gloves.

One important factor for workers who use medical gloves is to know whether or not they are latex-free. In today’s article, we will take a look at whether or not a nitrile glove is a latex-free glove.

Apart from that, we will also help you know the most vital considerations to follow when buying the examination or medical gloves.

What Are Nitrile Medical Gloves?

Disposable medical grade or examination gloves are suitable for workers in the healthcare, hygiene, and medical fields. Another use of these gloves is in the laboratories where workers wear them while performing certain laboratory tasks. Nitrile medical gloves are not like surgical gloves since they are suitable to examine materials and patients only. You cannot use medical grade or examination gloves to deal with surgical equipment.

The primary objective of using medical gloves is to avoid cross-contamination between healthcare workers and patients. These gloves are perfect to guard against contaminated or harmful materials in a healthcare facility. Therefore, you can understand the significance of disposing of these gloves after touching infectious materials or patients. It means that the medical gloves must be disposable gloves that workers can discard after their use.

Nitrile gloves are synthetic rubber materials gloves, unlike latex natural rubber gloves. Nitrile material is resistant to various chemicals and oil and has a higher puncture resistance level. Moreover, they are also tear-resistant for which nitrile medical gloves have become essential for every healthcare facility and medical workers. Moreover, these gloves are also superior to latex and vinyl gloves because of their improved durability. Several organizations still choose latex gloves, but these gloves are problematic for many reasons.

Why Latex-Free Gloves?

There is a history of latex gloves being used as medical gloves for different purposes in the medical and hygiene fields. The latex used to be a priority for several workers in hygiene and medical areas because of their sensitivity and flexibility. Since latex gloves are touch-sensitive and offer reasonable value, so why we should avoid them in different fields? There are a couple of reasons why latex gloves are not as ideal as latex-free gloves.

First of all, latex gloves are susceptible to puncturing. They also offer less resistance to solvents and oil-based chemicals. On the other hand, latex-free nitrile medical gloves offer better resistance to chemicals and are also more durable. The second reason why you should avoid latex gloves is that they can develop latex allergies. Different surveys reveal that a certain percentage of people are allergic to latex.

The potential latex allergy symptoms include skin redness, itching, rash, hives, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. In a few cases, anaphylactic shock can also occur. It is a serious concern, especially for medical and healthcare professionals. Apart from the users, the clients and patients who contract latex gloves can also suffer from latex allergies.

Latex gloves can put patients or clients at risk and you can avoid this danger by replacing latex gloves with nitrile gloves. Latex gloves must be avoided especially where there is a great danger of health concerns related to latex.

Nitrile Gloves: A Robust and Flexible Solution?

Nitrile gloves have become a highly durable and flexible safety gloves solution. Some industries stopped using nitrile gloves since they were very inflexible and proved difficult to use to examine patients. However, modern-day nitrile medical gloves are highly flexible and user-friendly. Due to great advances in nitrile glove manufacturing, nitrile gloves have now become more user-friendly to perform various tasks.

To ensure enhanced sensitivity and comfort in nitrile gloves, the latest manufacturing methods are available. We now have ultra-lightweight nitrile gloves available in the market with great flexibility and comfort. Moreover, you don’t need to replace nitrile gloves too often because of their enhanced durability that minimizes puncturing and tearing. Therefore, nitrile gloves are cost-effective gloves in the long run.

Are Nitrile Medical Gloves Latex-Free?

The manufacturing material of nitrile gloves is a synthetic rubber. Importantly, synthetic rubber doesn’t contain latex. Therefore, there is no risk if a latex allergic person comes in contact with nitrile gloves. Nitrile gloves are comparatively less flexible and offer hand and finger sensitivity as compared to latex gloves. However, modern-day nitrile gloves are more flexible and thinner, which makes them ideal for healthcare and relevant fields.

You can also buy nitrile medical gloves in powder-free and static-free varieties that are suitable for numerous uses. Apart from the absence of latex, another significant benefit of using nitrile gloves is their robustness. Even though these gloves are more flexible and thinner, they still provide greater chemical resistance and provide enhanced protection against tearing and puncture. It is especially beneficial for workers in the medical and healthcare sectors where robustness and sensitivity are equally important.

Where to Buy Nitrile Examination Gloves?

Several manufacturers of medical and healthcare safety gloves are manufacturing nitrile examination gloves across the world. Therefore, there is a huge variety of examination gloves in different quality standards. To buy the best quality gloves for the best protection and use, you must buy gloves from a credible supplier or manufacturer. Before you buy, you can spend some time online searching for the most reliable manufacturers of nitrile examination gloves.

After identifying the best manufacturers, it is equally important to buy from a reliable source to get original, high-quality gloves. Online places like Amazon or JIAZHANLI are reliable places to get the best quality nitrile gloves. You can visit these sites to go through a broad collection of high-quality nitrile medical gloves and related products.

Conclusion

Nitrile latex-free medical gloves have become a highly reliable alternative to latex gloves in the healthcare and medical industry. The latest nitrile gloves are highly flexible and durable.

Due to enhanced flexibility and robustness, these gloves have become a user-friendly and cost-effective solution in the long run. Many healthcare-related industries have already switched to nitrile gloves and many are planning to due to many reasons. They are a safe, user-friendly, and latex-free glove solution.