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Achieving Optimum Safety In The Laboratory
Understanding Laboratory Safety: Labs require strict safety protocols to handle hazardous materials, such as using high-quality PPE and promoting a…
Understanding AQL For Gloves
The accepted rate of defects allowed to be released after passing though control processes is measured by AQL, the Acceptable…
Providing Accelerator-Free Cleanroom Glove Protection
The work done in cleanrooms is important and highly specialized, and those working in this industry deserve gloves that reflect…
TEXTURE VS. GRIP: WHY IT MATTERS FOR YOUR CLEANROOM GLOVES
The work done in cleanrooms is sensitive, highly specialized and requires a glove that offers protection, as well as a…
The Lesser Known Chemical Allergy from Gloves
Chemicals are a part of so many products, and those produced for healthcare environments are no different. Of the more than 4,000 environmental chemicals that have been identified as contact allergens, rubber glove chemicals are among the most frequent causes of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) in healthcare workers. According to the CDC, contact
Choosing the Right Exam Glove for the Task
On-the-job barrier performance of exam gloves can differ, depending on the glove material and the task at hand. Consider the benefits and limitations of these materials when selecting exam gloves for each situation: Natural Rubber LatexNitrileVinylPolychloroprene Puncture resistance/durability ✓✓✓ Comfort and tactile sensitivity✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓ Resistance to chemo drugs