Ansell Healthcare has introduced the HyFlex® 11-616, described as an ultra-light, knitted, dipped, multi-purpose glove. The 18-gauge knitted glove is said to form like a second skin on the worker’s hands, providing outstanding comfort, fit and sensitivity while protecting the hands against abrasions. It is, says Ansell, perfect for small-parts assembly, light fabrication, finishing works and packaging.
When it comes to selecting hand protection solutions, comfort is becoming more and more a key factor for decision-makers, says the company. Hence, associating optimal comfort with the level of protection needed by the user remains its key innovation driver.
The company says the 18-gauge knitting technology it uses for its HyFlex® 11-616 glove results in an ultra-thin glove combining outstanding comfort, dexterity, fit and tactile sensitivity to a high degree of precision. (The term ‘gauge’ refers to the knitting machines’ fineness size, which is measured by counting the number of knitting needles per inch.)
Designed for assembly tasks requiring a high degree of precision, Ansell says the HyFlex® 11-616 is intended for tasks that involve repeated flexing and pinching of the fingers and fingertips. The level of comfort and sensitivity achieved make the glove ideal for workers who are looking for gloves offering them a high level of fit, touch and precision.
Ansell recommends the HyFlex® 11-616 for handling and light assembly applications, such as: picking or fitting small pieces like screws, bearings, fasteners or springs; white-goods handling and production; fine assembly, repair, finishing works and packaging.
Even in very light assembly operations, wearing ultra-thin gloves helps avoid minor punctures (splinters, wires) and scrapes, which may become infected and painful. It protects skin from the formation of blisters and even from the drying effects of wood dust or glue, concludes Ansell.
Further information on Ansell and its products can be found at www.ansell.eu
