We’ve learned a lot from the pandemic about the importance of hand hygiene and how viruses are transmitted. Research has shown us that infections can be caught through contact with unclean surfaces. And because viruses are so tiny and only visible to the human eye through a microscope, they can easily pass through the material of a normal glove. Antiviral gloves significantly reduce the risk of contact transmission and designed to protect against viruses and many pathogens including Coronavirus, SARS and Influenza. Choosing gloves that give the right amount of protection isn’t easy. Here we have provided a guide to help you choose one of the top antiviral gloves of 2021.
What To Look For:
- Gloves that contain antiviral technology and the water repellent properties of single-use gloves create a heightened barrier to viruses.
- All virus-resistant gloves should be certified to EN 374 – 5 VIRUS. This standard means that viruses will not pass through the glove and the material won’t degrade while it’s being used and will therefore ensure full protection and safety.
MStore’s Top Antiviral Gloves – Single-Use
Important properties to consider when choosing single-use gloves are:
- thickness
- strength
- puncture resistance
- barrier protection
- textured finish
Not all single-use gloves are the same for example, wearing low-quality gloves can put the wearer at risk and result in unexpected costs. Therefore based on the above criteria for single-use gloves we have chosen the following top antiviral gloves for 2021.
The Skytec Utah, Iris and Teal are robust, latex-free single-use gloves. Manufactured from 100% premium-quality nitrile, they provide comfort, dexterity and strength, whilst remaining lightweight with a second-skin feel. Plus, with viral protection, resistance to oils, acids and various chemicals they are suitable for a range of activities and industries, including food handling.
Skytec Utah
A high-performing, powder-free, single-use glove, the Skytec Utah has a fully textured finish for extra grip in wet or dry conditions. Due to their superior quality, these robust nitrile gloves are an excellent choice for those wanting a stronger alternative.
Skytec Iris
Like the Utah, which is 5 grams, this glove is a stronger alternative to latex hand protection. The Iris weighs in at 4 grams, compared to other nitrile gloves which can be around 3 grams. They also have textured fingertips, useful for extra grip in wet or dry conditions. The powder-free, single-use Skytec Iris glove is available in five different sizes.
Skytec Teal
The Skytec Teal is designed for premium performance, at 6 grams, these thick latex-free gloves are extremely strong. These nitrile, single-use gloves, offer premium hand protection up to four times the puncture resistance than regular nitrile gloves.
Antiviral ‘Sanitized®’ Treatment Glove Range
When selecting protective reusable gloves that aren’t single-use, look out for protective gloves in the Skytec range. These have been treated with antimicrobial and antiviral Sanitized® technology to protect the gloves. The treatment is highly effective and widely used in a multitude of industries because:
- Sanitized® treatment maintains the safety and hygiene of the gloves by eliminating or reducing the presence and growth of microbes and viruses, such as coronavirus.
- They include a long-lasting freshness, a wash-resistant treatment and are effective against bacteria and viruses such as coronavirus.
On a final note, not all gloves will protect you and your family against viruses. Keep an eye out for the EN 374 – 5 VIRUS certification to ensure you have the highest level of protection against viruses.
Here we have mentioned some of the top antiviral gloves of 2021, however we also have an extensive range of other PPE products. If you would like to get in touch, please do so via the webchat on the bottom, right-hand side of the screen.