PPE Gloves & Hand Protection Products
Protect your hands and clothing while at work with our range of PPE safety gloves and hand protection products. Whether you need medical grade or food grade disposable gloves, we have the gloves for you. Check out our selection below.
The Portwest A674 CS AHR13 Leather Cut Glove offers maximum cut resistance with added heat protection and visibility. Featuring a durable leather palm, 13-gauge liner, and reflective label, it’s ideal for glass handling, metalwork, and high-risk industrial tasks.
The Portwest A697 LR13 ESD PU Palm Glove offers Level B cut resistance and anti-static protection for precision tasks. With a breathable 13-gauge liner and PU palm coating, this 12-pack is ideal for electronics, automotive, and testing environments.
The Portwest A770 PW3 Mechanic 80 Glove delivers high-performance grip, durability, and touchscreen compatibility. Designed with reinforced abrasion zones and reflective detailing, it’s ideal for multi-purpose industrial tasks requiring comfort and visibility.
The Portwest A771 PW3 Mechanic 540 Glove offers enhanced comfort, grip, and touchscreen compatibility. With reinforced padded palms and a breathable design, it’s ideal for multi-purpose industrial tasks requiring durability and dexterity.
The Portwest A776 PW3 Mechanic 160 Glove offers thermal protection, waterproofing, and touchscreen compatibility. With a premium leather palm and Insulatex lining, it’s ideal for cold-weather industrial tasks requiring durability and comfort.
Elevate your safety with the Portwest A792 Needle- and Cut-Resistant Safety Gloves (Black/Yellow). Designed for maximum protection, these gloves integrate a highly puncture- and cut-resistant construction with textured palms, promising protection against sharp objects and providing an excellent grip for injury prevention and efficiency.
Acid Brite is a concentrated, low foaming, surfactant-assisted liquid, specially formulated for the cleaning, descaling & sanitising all types of bulk tanks and other equipment in dairy milking parlours. Order online today.
Fast-acting acid-based formulation that descales and removes milkstone. Use in conjunction with Acid Brite for best results. Order online today.
Act Original Toilet Cleaner and Descaler 1ltr has a viscous formula that clings longer for more thorough action. It is a stainless steel safe, concentrated lavatory cleaner which removes limescale and organic deposits. Selden Act Original cleans and descales washroom areas. Act Original Toilet Cleaner and Descaler 1ltr has a clinging formula ensures that limescale is removed and that a thorough clean is achieved. Caution should be taken to ensure that Act original is not left in prolonged contact with materials whilst in its neat form, it should always be rinsed thoroughly after cleaning.
Whether you are a professional chef or a home cook, this jacket will help you look and feel your best while cooking up a storm. Buy Online today, for fast delivery.
Introducing the Dennys Short Sleeve Chef's Jacket, a must-have for culinary professionals! Designed with unisex styling and a sleek Mandarin collar stand, this jacket exudes both style and functionality. Buy Online today, for fast delivery.
The Coolmax® back panel is a game-changer, providing superior breathability and moisture-wicking properties that will keep you cool and dry even in the hottest kitchens. Buy Online today, for fast delivery.
The Dennys AF020 Elasticated Chef’s Trousers are a lightweight, unisex kitchen essential designed for comfort, movement and easy laundering. With an elasticated waistband, drawcord adjustment and a durable poly‑cotton blend, they’re ideal for busy catering and hospitality environments.
The AF022 Ladies Slim Fit Stretch Trousers are a modern, narrow‑leg women’s work trouser designed for comfort, movement and a clean professional appearance. With a part‑elasticated waistband, multiple pockets and a durable stretch fabric blend, they’re ideal for hospitality, catering and general workplace uniforms.
Stay cool and stylish with our AFD Coolmax® Bandana. This unisex accessory features Coolmax® panels that provide maximum comfort and keep you cool even in the hottest weather. Buy Online today, for fast delivery.
Whether you're hitting the slopes, going for a winter hike, or simply running errands in the city, the Stormtech Boulder Thermal Shell Jacket has got you covered. Online today, for fast delivery.
This alcohol surface sanitiser has the latest formulation and associated efficacy test data to ensure it is the most effective product in the alcohol sanitiser range. It is certified to EN 1276, EN 13697 and effective according to EN 14476 against enveloped viruses, including Coronavirus. Ideal in areas were frequent infection prevention and control is a prime requirement. No rinse required. Simply spray and wipe.
The All Purpose Cloth Non-Woven from Astral Hygiene delivers dependable cleaning performance across all professional environments. Designed for versatility and durability, these absorbent, non-woven cloths effectively clean surfaces, wipe spills, and remove dirt, making them an essential item for kitchens, bars, and housekeeping teams.
Allantocare is Ready-to-use pre/post milking teat disinfectant. Contains superb skin conditioning properties with dual halogen complex. Buy Online today, for fast delivery.
Highly efficient, aluminium safe, low foaming detergent for use through automatic ware washing machines and for manual washing.
Aluminium Foil 30cm x 75m. A strong, high-tensile, chef-quality cooking foil which is ideal for both refrigeration and cooking.
Aluminium Foil 45cm x 75m. A strong, high-tensile, chef-quality cooking foil which is ideal for both refrigeration and cooking.
Ensure efficient food preparation and storage with the 60cm Aluminium Foil Roll (75m). This heavy-duty foil is designed for professional kitchens, offering durability and versatility for wrapping, roasting, and grilling. Its 60cm width provides ample coverage, making it ideal for large trays and pans.
Aluminium Safe Heavy Duty Degreaser emulsifies animal fats, grease, blood and protein with ease. Contains effective detergents for soil penetration. Non tainting. Ideal food plant cleaner. Aluminium safe. Controlled foam, no excessive rinsing. Suitable for floors, walls, drains, gullies, and canopies in kitchens, bakeries, restaurants, hospitals and the meat processing & food manufacturing industry. Will not taint food stuffs, may be used through mechanical floor scrubber machines.
Anthem Organic Hoodie is Seriously soft inside and out, the men’s Anthem hoodie is the ultimate in cool comfort.Buy Online today, for fast delivery.
Anthem Organic Full Zip Hoodie is soft-feel organic cotton with recycled polyester is available in a cool collection of colours with exceptional details and a high-quality finish. Buy Online today, for fast delivery.
Anthem Organic T-Shirt solid colours are 100% organic cotton.Retail fashion fit and a soft-feel finish.Buy Online today, for fast delivery.
The Anthem Unisex Organic Heavyweight T‑Shirt (AM15) is a sustainable, robust tee crafted from certified organic cotton with a heavyweight feel. Combining eco‑friendly fibres with durable construction, it’s ideal for uniforms, branded apparel and versatile everyday wear.
Antibacterial Hand Soap 5ltr is suitable for regular use, Antibacterial Hand Soap contains moisturising ingredients to leave hands soft and clean. Apply to wet hands and work into a lather, ensuring all surfaces of the hands and lower wrists are covered including nail beds and the webs between fingers. Rinse and dry hands thoroughly.
Don't let the cold weather get you down - stay warm and dry with the Stormtech Zurich Thermal Parka Jacket. Online today, for fast delivery.
The Portwest AP10 Grip 15 Glove combines sustainable bamboo comfort with nitrile foam grip. Antimicrobial, food-safe, and highly absorbent, it’s ideal for food processing, handling, and precision tasks in wet or dry conditions.
Crafted from recycled PET bottles, this sustainable glove delivers breathable comfort, high sensitivity, and excellent grip for precision tasks. Its antimicrobial finish, touchscreen compatibility, and heat resistance up to 100°C make it a smart choice for eco-conscious performance in demanding environments.
Gloves - What is the difference?
Who would've thought there was so much to disposable gloves? It is important to make sure your wearing the glove that protects you most... Read here to see what gloves you should be wearing and when!
Over the past 5 years, there has been an enormous surge in the prices of all types of gloves, such as vinyl, latex and nitrile. This is due to the increases in raw materials, manufacturing and environment challenges. This blog is set out to describe the different reasons for this and to educate you on all things gloves…
To help gauge which protective gloves are most useful in different situations, listed below are the advantages and disadvantages of each raw material, this is to make it easier for you to decide which gloves are best for you!
Why do we need gloves?
In many situations, gloves can be vital to someone’s health and safety. When working with hazardous chemicals or anything harmful for that matter, it is extremely important to use gloves. They protect our hands from any injury, infections or becoming contaminated. Nitrile gloves are usually the gloves used to protect an individual against most chemicals and infectious agents.
Nitrile Gloves
Nitrile is often used as a latex alternative for those who have a latex allergy; it is a synthetic rubber compound, which is formed by carbon and nitrogen atoms. Butadiene is the main molecule used in the production of nitrile rubber. However, in the last few years a significant increase in Butadiene’s price has been noticed. In September 2016, Butadiene’s price per ton was averaging around £720; it is now costing between £1500-2000 per ton.
Advantages of Nitrile Gloves:
- Nitrile gloves are up to 3 times more puncture resistant than latex gloves - this makes them the preferred glove in work places such as hospitals or environments where there is a high risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens or other environmental contaminants.
- Nitrile gloves are often referred to as Medical Grade; this means they have undergone series of tests to ensure they are suitable to be used in these conditions.
- This material is known for having a lower level of friction meaning they can be worn for long durations of time. Again, this is good for medical purpose like surgeries and procedures where individuals may need to be protected by these gloves for a long period.
- Due to nitrile being a manufactured substance, it means the price of it remains stable unlike latex. This is because things such as changes in weather and climate cannot affect it. Being machine-made gives nitrile a longer shelf life than some other forms of disposable gloves meaning there is less possibility of waste.
Disadvantages of Nitrile Gloves:
- As there are several different types of materials used to make disposable gloves, nitrile gloves have been proven to be “better” than latex. However producing synthetic nitrile rubber is a lot more expensive than the produce of vinyl gloves, which is another type of raw material used in manufacturing disposable gloves.
- Nitrile gloves are a lot less tactile than latex, the sensitive is limited because of the nitrile material making it more difficult to feel objects easily.
Vinyl Gloves
Vinyl gloves are made from synthetic material polyvinyl chloride (PVC). They provide a heavy-duty glove that is commonly used in rougher activities. This means they are an excellent option in the food and beverage industry. Also a popular choice in many household and commercial applications.
Advantages of Vinyl Gloves:
- As well as being highly affordable, they are great for low-risk tasks in short durations, this includes professions such as hairstyling, house cleaning, assisted living work etc. They are suitable for use as a protective barrier against low-risk bodily fluids, dyes and detergents.
- Vinyl gloves are waterproof making them a very popular choice in gloves for places such as nurseries, hairdressers and even in your home. They are still highly protective but should be used for less serious scenarios.
- These make of gloves are an ideal choice, as they are latex-free and usually the cheapest.
- Another advantage of vinyl gloves is that they are anti-static meaning they are good for high dust environments, they are useful for activities such as cleaning and decluttering.
Disadvantages of Vinyl Gloves:
- One of the biggest disadvantages of vinyl gloves is the minor protection. They should not be worn for long periods and offer little protection in chemical resistance. They fit loose and are a lot less flexible than latex and nitrile gloves, this can make them very uncomfortable.
- Majority of vinyl gloves are manufactured in China, these manufactures equate to over 50% of the global demand. Across Beijing and much of North-Eastern China there was severe smog/pollution caused by factories, this meant they were forced to shut down as highways had to close and airlines had to cancel flights. Chinese government closed down 1200 vinyl gloves factories overall. Because of these forced closures, there was a significant impact on vinyl glove production and supply.
Latex Gloves
Unlike Nitrile and Vinyl, latex is a natural compound made from rubber trees. White, milky liquid is taken when the trees are scored and processed into latex.
Advantages of Latex Gloves:
- Latex gloves provide a high degree of movement and comfort, the physical properties of the rubber latex makes the gloves extremely elastic and resistant to tearing.
- Latex gloves offer protection against a range of hazards such as biohazard (bacteria and viruses) and certain chemicals.
- This type of disposable gloves are considered the most comfortable material that is available. Because of their snug fit and skin feel, this allows people to perform complex tasks that require a high degree of touch sensitivity.
Disadvantages of Latex Gloves:
- Latex allergies are one of the main disadvantages of latex gloves; it’s not uncommon to be allergic to latex however, it does mean that there is a large group of customers who are unable to purchase this certain type of glove.
- As Latex is a natural substance, several different problems can arise because of this. One of these is the weather, rubber tree plantations flood regularly due to excessive rainfall.
- Latex is currently at the highest market price in history, for every 2% increase in the cost of raw latex; there is a 1% increase in the cost of a glove. In the past year, costs have increased by 97%, resulting in 49% surge in production cost of latex gloves.
