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The Right Glove Touch Makes All The Difference

Our Handgards glove ladder was created as a guide to our glove categories. Our primary goal is to educate users on how we categorize our gloves, from loose fitting to tight-fitting. We use this ladder to differentiate each glove from another; contrast each glove's features, and explain what glove works best for what general tasks. All of our gloves are designed and manufactured to bring the protection both expected and deserved. See our breakdown below and download your own copy at the bottom:

NITRILE
• Features a soft bare hand feel, high durability and polished look.
• A premium, puncture-resistant** alternative to latex
• For high-skill tasks, including breaking down raw meats and deboning fish

LATEX
• Highly form-fitting, with excellent flexibility
• Provides improved dexterity and superior touch sensitivity
• Recommended for precise work, including slicing or chopping

VITRILE
• Hybrid Nitrile and Vinyl
• Flexible, lightweight form-fitting design for improved dexterity
• High-quality, economical Latex alternative

SYNTHETIC
• Provides snug, comfortable fit, with increased touch sensitivity
• A cost-effective alternative to latex gloves
• Ideal for more strenuous tasks, including processing of meats, fish and poultry

VINYL
• Form-fitting with increased flexibility for comfort
• Offers improved dexterity and touch sensitivity
• Ideal for handling and prepping hot menu items

COMPOSTABLE
• Loose-fitting design for easy-on, easy-off use
• Compost to reduce landfill waste and methane emissions
• Made in the U.S.A. to reduce overall transportation emissions

HYBRID
• Hybrid gloves offer a second-skin fit
• Diamond pattern texture for improved grip and dexterity
• Ideal alternative to vinyl with increased elasticity

DOMESTIC POLY
• Loose-fitting design for easy-on, easy-off use
• Ideal when quick, frequent glove changes are required
• Recommended for light tasks such as salad and sandwich prep

POLY
• Most economical choice
• Reliable performance for short-term use applications when frequent glove
  changes are required
• Not reccommended to use around heat or hot surfaces

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