Hand protection type
Disposable
Gloves to protect against avian flu.
The avian influenza is caused by a virus (here the highly pathogenic H5N1) which is spreading among birds. The flu has been proven transmissible to humans primarily through inhalation but also through contact contamination. Until now, no human-to-human transmission has been evidenced, but this could change through a genetic mutation of the virus. Such contamination is possible in the environment of dead or infected birds, through airborne or contact contamination of bird secretions or feces. Typical applications where the risk exists is the removal of dead birds, slaughtering and elimination of suspected infected birds, post-mortem examination of birds, medical care to suspected infected persons (precaution).
Which gloves will protect?
The first requirement applicable to gloves to protect against the avian flu virus is to be liquidproof, i.e. in compliance with EN 374-1 for the penetration tests. Besides, the gloves must remain liquidproof during the full period of exposure. It must thus offer sufficient mechanical strength in order to prevent any damage on the glove such as cut, snag or tear that would break down the barrier. Of course, the gloves are disposable ones; they shall be discarded after use in a proper manner to prevent further contamination.
Thus thin disposable gloves (such as Trilites 994, 993 or Solo Ultra 997) are acceptable only if there are no mechanical stresses or risks associated in the job, e.g. limited to laboratory works.
Selection of the proper glove will depend upon the job to be performed, i.e. mechanical stresses and functionality required. For collecting and disposing of dead birds, as well as decontamination works of surfaces and soil, gloves such as Classics L200 or L210, Two-Tone NS-53, Optinit 472 or StanSolv A-10 are appropriate, but other gloves from the Mapa-Professionnel range may also be selected depending on the functionality requirements.
What is the shelf life for gloves?
Storage procedures are the main factor in determining glove shelf life. Gloves should be kept in their boxes protected from sunlight, artificial light, humidity and stored at temperatures between 40° F - 95° F. Storage under these conditions should provide shelf life as follows:
Natural Rubber gloves = 2 years
Neoprene, Nitrile, Vinyl (PVC), FluoroSolv (Viton), Butyl gloves = 2 1/2 years
Are gloves and packing biodegradable?
Only natural latex is significantly degraded by oxydation when subjected to sunlight (UV). However, the level of biodegradability is less than for organic waste. Gloves made of other materials including natural or synthetic fibers are only slighty biodegradable if at all.
What is chlorination?
This involves washing in water containing dissolved chlorine, followed by neutralisation and rinsing to eliminate any residue. Chlorination can be carried out on the production line (in which case the inside of the glove is chlorinated) or at the post-manufacturing phase (the glove is chlorinated both inside and out). The chlorine modifies the chemical structure of the glove's surface. The process is permanent and irreversible. Chlorination is also sometimes termed halogenation and can refer to smooth finished gloves.
Why chlorination?
Rubber does not slip, particularly natural latex. Chlorination makes the glove surface slippery thus making it easier to put on. It is therefore an essential process for gloves without a cotton flocklined interior or where there is no powder to help ease them on. Single-use, "non-powdered" disposable gloves made of natural or synthetic (nitrile, etc.) rubber are chlorinated.
What are its advantages?
Does chlorination have other advantages apart from this slippery quality? Clean gloves, no powder or fibres? Food Processing, Cleanrooms, etc? Elimination of extractible soluble substances (including natural latex proteins) and adjustment to a neutral pH? Excellent skin tolerance.
Are there any drawbacks?
The fact that chlorine is used in this process can create environmental problems for the manufacturer. In addition gloves treated in this way are generally more expensive than the "powdered" version. Finally, gloves which have had their external surface chlorinated could be slippery and the grip is thus less reliable.
Used gloves as well as their packaging must not have adverse impact on the environment.
Liquidproof protection
What is the shelf life for gloves?
Storage procedures are the main factor in determining glove shelf life. Gloves should be kept in their boxes protected from sunlight, artificial light, humidity and stored at temperatures between 40° F - 95° F. Storage under these conditions should provide shelf life as follows:
Natural Rubber gloves = 2 years
Neoprene, Nitrile, Vinyl (PVC), FluoroSolv (Viton), Butyl gloves = 2 1/2 years
Are gloves and packing biodegradable?
Only natural latex is significantly degraded by oxydation when subjected to sunlight (UV). However, the level of biodegradability is less than for organic waste. Gloves made of other materials including natural or synthetic fibers are only slighty biodegradable if at all.
What is chlorination?
This involves washing in water containing dissolved chlorine, followed by neutralisation and rinsing to eliminate any residue. Chlorination can be carried out on the production line (in which case the inside of the glove is chlorinated) or at the post-manufacturing phase (the glove is chlorinated both inside and out). The chlorine modifies the chemical structure of the glove's surface. The process is permanent and irreversible. Chlorination is also sometimes termed halogenation and can refer to smooth finished gloves.
Why chlorination?
Rubber does not slip, particularly natural latex. Chlorination makes the glove surface slippery thus making it easier to put on. It is therefore an essential process for gloves without a cotton flocklined interior or where there is no powder to help ease them on. Single-use, "non-powdered" disposable gloves made of natural or synthetic (nitrile, etc.) rubber are chlorinated.
What are its advantages?
Does chlorination have other advantages apart from this slippery quality? Clean gloves, no powder or fibres? Food Processing, Cleanrooms, etc? Elimination of extractible soluble substances (including natural latex proteins) and adjustment to a neutral pH? Excellent skin tolerance.
Are there any drawbacks?
The fact that chlorine is used in this process can create environmental problems for the manufacturer. In addition gloves treated in this way are generally more expensive than the "powdered" version. Finally, gloves which have had their external surface chlorinated could be slippery and the grip is thus less reliable.
Used gloves as well as their packaging must not have adverse impact on the environment.
Handling protection
What is the shelf life for gloves?
Storage procedures are the main factor in determining glove shelf life. Gloves should be kept in their boxes protected from sunlight, artificial light, humidity and stored at temperatures between 40° F - 95° F. Storage under these conditions should provide shelf life as follows:
Natural Rubber gloves = 2 years
Neoprene, Nitrile, Vinyl (PVC), FluoroSolv (Viton), Butyl gloves = 2 1/2 years
Are gloves and packing biodegradable?
Only natural latex is significantly degraded by oxydation when subjected to sunlight (UV). However, the level of biodegradability is less than for organic waste. Gloves made of other materials including natural or synthetic fibers are only slighty biodegradable if at all.
What is DMF?
Dimethylformamide (or DMF) is a solvent used in a variety of applications in the chemical industry. DMF is also used in the manufacturing process for gloves made of polyurethane (PU) and derivatives. DMF is a chemical which, during use, can be inhaled or absorbed through the skin. It is classified as harmful by inhalation and skin contact. In case of long-term or repeated exposure, DMF may have effects on the liver. Occupational exposure limits have been defined in several countries and these limits indicate maximum concentration in the air with which MAPA gloves in polyurethane are compliant.
To eradicate the risk of exposure to DMF, MAPA offers a full range of nitrile gloves (Ultrane 553, Ultrane 562, Krynit 563, Krynit 582, etc.) and a glove in water-based polyurethane (Ultrane 555 : this glove is produced by replacing DMF solvent by water).
Cut protection
What is the shelf life for gloves?
Storage procedures are the main factor in determining glove shelf life. Gloves should be kept in their boxes protected from sunlight, artificial light, humidity and stored at temperatures between 40° F - 95° F. Storage under these conditions should provide shelf life as follows:
Natural Rubber gloves = 2 years
Neoprene, Nitrile, Vinyl (PVC), FluoroSolv (Viton), Butyl gloves = 2 1/2 years
Are gloves and packing biodegradable?
Only natural latex is significantly degraded by oxydation when subjected to sunlight (UV). However, the level of biodegradability is less than for organic waste. Gloves made of other materials including natural or synthetic fibers are only slighty biodegradable if at all.
What is DMF?
Dimethylformamide (or DMF) is a solvent used in a variety of applications in the chemical industry. DMF is also used in the manufacturing process for gloves made of polyurethane (PU) and derivatives. DMF is a chemical which, during use, can be inhaled or absorbed through the skin. It is classified as harmful by inhalation and skin contact. In case of long-term or repeated exposure, DMF may have effects on the liver. Occupational exposure limits have been defined in several countries and these limits indicate maximum concentration in the air with which MAPA gloves in polyurethane are compliant.
To eradicate the risk of exposure to DMF, MAPA offers a full range of nitrile gloves (Ultrane 553, Ultrane 562, Krynit 563, Krynit 582, etc.) and a glove in water-based polyurethane (Ultrane 555 : this glove is produced by replacing DMF solvent by water).
Thermal protection
What is the shelf life for gloves?
Storage procedures are the main factor in determining glove shelf life. Gloves should be kept in their boxes protected from sunlight, artificial light, humidity and stored at temperatures between 40° F - 95° F. Storage under these conditions should provide shelf life as follows:
Natural Rubber gloves = 2 years
Neoprene, Nitrile, Vinyl (PVC), FluoroSolv (Viton), Butyl gloves = 2 1/2 years
Are gloves and packing biodegradable?
Only natural latex is significantly degraded by oxydation when subjected to sunlight (UV). However, the level of biodegradability is less than for organic waste. Gloves made of other materials including natural or synthetic fibers are only slighty biodegradable if at all.
In Standard EN 407, what is corresponding to the contact-heat resistance?
The contact-heat resistance is corresponding to the second figure under the pictogram EN 407.
Standard EN 407 – Contact-heat level measures whether it takes more than 15 seconds to raise the temperature inside the glove by 10°C, in an environment at ambient temperature and with the hot part in constant contact.
The temperature of the part varies depending on the level defined in the Standard:
> Level 1 - 100°C
> Level 2 - 250°C
> Level 3 - 350°C
> Level 4 - 500°C
Some materials may melt at high temperatures and impair the glove’s mechanical properties.
EN 407 does not address degeneration of the materials: a glove may meet the Standard even though its constituent materials deteriorate at the defined temperatures.
What is the difference between a first, second and third-degree burn?
A first-degree burn affects the epidermis only.
A second-degree burn affects the dermis at some level (superficial or deep).
A third-degree burn affects both the epidermis and the dermis, destroying them completely. Regeneration is not possible.
Scalding may occur at 45°C and accelerates as the temperature increases.
Biological protection
Chemical protection
What is the shelf life for gloves?
Storage procedures are the main factor in determining glove shelf life. Gloves should be kept in their boxes protected from sunlight, artificial light, humidity and stored at temperatures between 40° F - 95° F. Storage under these conditions should provide shelf life as follows:
Natural Rubber gloves = 2 years
Neoprene, Nitrile, Vinyl (PVC), FluoroSolv (Viton), Butyl gloves = 2 1/2 years
Are gloves and packing biodegradable?
Only natural latex is significantly degraded by oxydation when subjected to sunlight (UV). However, the level of biodegradability is less than for organic waste. Gloves made of other materials including natural or synthetic fibers are only slighty biodegradable if at all.
What is chlorination?
This involves washing in water containing dissolved chlorine, followed by neutralisation and rinsing to eliminate any residue. Chlorination can be carried out on the production line (in which case the inside of the glove is chlorinated) or at the post-manufacturing phase (the glove is chlorinated both inside and out). The chlorine modifies the chemical structure of the glove's surface. The process is permanent and irreversible. Chlorination is also sometimes termed halogenation and can refer to smooth finished gloves.
Why chlorination?
Rubber does not slip, particularly natural latex. Chlorination makes the glove surface slippery thus making it easier to put on. It is therefore an essential process for gloves without a cotton flocklined interior or where there is no powder to help ease them on. Single-use, "non-powdered" disposable gloves made of natural or synthetic (nitrile, etc.) rubber are chlorinated.
What are its advantages?
Does chlorination have other advantages apart from this slippery quality? Clean gloves, no powder or fibres? Food Processing, Cleanrooms, etc? Elimination of extractible soluble substances (including natural latex proteins) and adjustment to a neutral pH? Excellent skin tolerance.
Are there any drawbacks?
The fact that chlorine is used in this process can create environmental problems for the manufacturer. In addition gloves treated in this way are generally more expensive than the "powdered" version. Finally, gloves which have had their external surface chlorinated could be slippery and the grip is thus less reliable.
Used gloves as well as their packaging must not have adverse impact on the environment.