Hand injuries account for a significant proportion of all workplace incidents in the UAE. Cuts, burns, chemical exposure, abrasion, and crush injuries affect workers across construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, logistics, and food processing every day. The right safety glove prevents these injuries — but with dozens of glove types available, choosing correctly is critical. The wrong glove creates a false sense of security. This guide breaks down the six main glove categories, explains when to use each, and recommends specific products from our inventory.
1. Cut-Resistant Gloves
Cut-resistant gloves are essential for anyone handling sheet metal, glass panels, rebar, wire cable, or sharp-edged materials. They use high-performance fibres like HPPE (high-performance polyethylene) and glass fibre in the liner to resist blade penetration, rated under the EN 388 standard.
Our primary cut-resistant option is the Border Cut Resistant Glove BCRG 1470 — a 13-gauge HPPE liner with polyurethane palm coating that provides excellent dexterity alongside genuine cut protection. It is our most popular glove for metal fabrication, aluminium window manufacturing, and glass handling companies in the UAE.
When reading EN 388 ratings, focus on the 5th character (A through F) — this is the ISO cut level from the more reliable straight-blade test. Level D and above is recommended for sheet metal and glass work.
2. Nitrile-Coated Gloves
Nitrile-coated gloves are the workhorse of industrial hand protection. They provide excellent grip in dry and oily conditions, resist abrasion, and offer basic chemical splash protection. They are the most commonly purchased industrial glove type in the UAE.
Nitrile Coated Gloves BNTG 1455
13-gauge nylon liner with nitrile foam palm coating. Excellent oil grip. Open back for breathability. Ideal for general maintenance and material handling.
Nitrile Coated Gloves BNTG 1454
Same nitrile palm performance at a lower price point. Popular for large workforce deployment where cost-per-pair matters.
3. Latex-Coated Gloves
Latex coatings provide superior grip on rough, dry surfaces and excellent flexibility. They are preferred for construction, masonry, and general labour tasks where dexterity matters. However, latex can cause allergic reactions in some workers — always check before issuing.
Latex Coated Gloves BLTG 1453
Crinkle latex palm on polycotton liner. Excellent grip on rough surfaces. Breathable open back. Ideal for construction and block work.
Latex Coated Gloves BLTG 1452
Smooth latex palm for general purpose use. Good wet grip for handling pipes, timber, and building materials.
4. Chemical-Resistant Gloves
Workers handling solvents, acids, cleaning chemicals, paints, and petrochemical products need gloves specifically designed to resist chemical permeation. Standard nitrile or latex coated gloves do NOT provide adequate chemical protection — they only resist brief splash contact.
We stock PVC Chemical Resistant Gloves for general chemical handling and cleaning with industrial solvents. For heavier chemical exposure involving acids, caustics, and organic solvents, our Neoprene Chemical Gloves provide broader chemical resistance with better heat tolerance. Both are gauntlet-length to protect the wrist and forearm.
For laboratory and pharmaceutical work requiring fine dexterity with chemical protection, Disposable Nitrile Examination Gloves (powder-free, latex-free) provide single-use barrier protection suitable for brief chemical contact and are available in bulk packs.
5. Welding and Heat-Resistant Gloves
Welding produces extreme heat, sparks, molten metal spatter, and UV radiation — all of which require specialised hand protection. Standard work gloves will burn through in seconds.
Split Leather Working Gloves
Heavy-duty cow split leather with reinforced palm. Heat resistant for general welding, grinding, and hot material handling. Joint palm and patch palm variants available.
TIG Welding Gloves BWTG 1490
Soft grain leather for maximum dexterity during precision TIG welding. Kevlar stitching resists heat degradation at seams.
For arc flash environments, the Salisbury AFG40 Arc Flash Gloves (rated at 40 cal/cm²) provide protection against electrical arc flash incidents and are part of the complete Salisbury arc flash kit we stock.
6. Cold Storage and Winter Gloves
Cold storage facilities, refrigerated warehouses, and outdoor winter work require insulated gloves that maintain grip and dexterity at low temperatures. Our top recommendation is the Ninja Ice HV Cold Storage Gloves — a high-visibility, double-lined glove with HPT (hydropellent technology) palm coating that maintains flexibility and grip even in sub-zero conditions. The hi-vis colour ensures visibility in dimly lit cold storage environments.
Quick Comparison: Which Glove for Which Job?
| Hazard | Recommended Glove | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal / glass handling | Border Cut Resistant BCRG 1470 | BCRG 1470 |
| General maintenance / oily parts | Nitrile Coated BNTG 1455 | PN-63 |
| Construction / masonry | Latex Coated BLTG 1453 | PN-61 |
| Chemical handling | PVC Chemical Resistant / Neoprene | Various |
| MIG / stick welding | Split Leather Working Gloves | PN-52 |
| TIG welding | TIG Welding Gloves BWTG 1490 | BWTG 1490 |
| Arc flash | Salisbury AFG40 Arc Flash Gloves | PN-347 |
| Cold storage / freezer | Ninja Ice HV Cold Storage | PN-342 |
| First aid / lab / food | Disposable Nitrile Examination | Various |
Frequently Asked Questions
Replace gloves when you see holes, worn-through coatings, hardened or cracked material, or reduced grip. For cut-resistant gloves, any visible fibre damage means the glove is compromised. Most industrial gloves last 2 to 6 weeks under heavy daily use.
No. Each glove type is designed for specific hazards. A nitrile-coated glove that is excellent for oil grip provides almost no cut protection. A welding glove that resists heat has almost no chemical resistance. Always match the glove to the primary hazard.
For standard stocked items, there is no minimum — you can order single bags or boxes. Bulk discount pricing starts from 10 cartons per model. For custom-branded or private-label gloves, the minimum order is typically 5,000 pairs.
Yes. Our disposable nitrile examination gloves are food-contact approved. We also stock blue detectable gloves for food processing environments where glove fragment detection is required by HACCP protocols.
Yes. We provide free samples of any glove model so your team can test fit, comfort, and performance before committing to a large order. Contact us to request samples.
Need Help Choosing the Right Gloves?
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