Why do You Need Super Long Nitrile Gloves?

Long gloves or long cuffs have become a valued part of the food industry, they help to keep sleeves tucked in, extended reach, along with cleaner more protected hands. A standard long cuff glove typically reaches a further inch up the wrist. Extra-long gloves however, extend well beyond this to the elbow or further. The additional length has many beneficial purposes for the food industry. The extra reach means your team members can use them for tasks such as cleaning equipment. Allowing protection from chemical splashes, which then also protects not only direct skin contact but also uniforms and clothes.

The only alternate for a long cuff is a sleeve cover. While sleeve covers are excellent for everyday use in a food factory, specialised tasks require extra protection which is why long gloves are the best suited product. The main advantage is no gaps at the wrist, allowing complete splashproof protection for the entire arm. The nitrile chemical-resistant material most extra long gloves feature, is also an advantage over plastic oversleeves.

It is common for gloves to have thicker fingertips and/or palms, long gloves differentiate by having thinner cuffs. Once on, the cuff has minimal pressure applied, so it doesn't require the extra strength. However, the main reason is to make the application of the glove easier. The thicker the material, the stiffer it is to put on, therefore the extra thickness is not required on the cuffs. It has been minimised to improve ergonomics, making the gloves more practical, while not compromising in quality. The long cuffs are also specially designed to not roll down, further enhancing their value.

Long gloves, like all gloves are designed to be practical. This includes fit for purpose, completing the tasks they are designed for, without breaking. Dexterity is a term often used, as it highlights how much the glove impacts hand movement. Good dexterity is important in long gloves, as they are a specialised product designed to make hands-on tasks easier and safer to action.

Something to consider when looking at long gloves, are the extra space the cuffs take up within the box, this means there are less gloves per box compared to standard length gloves. Always best to check quantity requirements, just to ensure you are well stocked.

Extra-long gloves are typically used for specific tasks (also sometimes a requirement by auditors) and may be something you consider within in your production area, as food safe material is another benefit.

Products that protect your team members and get tasks completed efficiently and effectively; are products all food manufacturers appreciate.