Hand Protection

pH7 supplies a comprehensive range of Ansell hand protection solutions, engineered for high performance across chemical handling, industrial operations, and general workplace safety. Our range includes:

• Examination and Disposable Gloves – Nitrile, neoprene and latex gloves designed for chemical splash protection, hygiene control, and precision handling in laboratories, healthcare, and light industrial environments.
• General Purpose Gloves – Durable gloves for maintenance, warehousing, manufacturing, and material handling, offering abrasion and grip performance for everyday tasks.
• Cut Resistant Gloves – High-performance gloves certified to EN 388 and ISO 13997, incorporating INTERCEPT™ yarns for protection against sharp edges, blades, and sheet metal.
• Impact Protection Gloves – Designed with ANSI/ISEA impact-rated TPR back-of-hand protection, ideal for construction, assembly, and environments with pinch, crush, or impact hazards.
• Chemical Resistant Gloves – Nitrile, neoprene, PVC, and butyl formulations tested for permeation resistance (EN 374) against acids, solvents, caustics, fuels, and aggressive chemicals.
• Thermal Gloves – Insulated gloves designed for heat resistance (EN 407) or cold environments, offering protection in foundries, manufacturing lines, cold storage, and outdoor winter work. As well as gloves suitable for welding operations.
• Electrical Gloves – Class-rated insulating gloves compliant with ASTM D120 / EN 60903, used for live electrical work and protection from arc flash and electrical shock hazards.
• Sleeves and Arm Protection – Sleeves used to protect forearms when working. Suitable for cut protection or general purpose.

Each product category is engineered by Ansell using advanced materials and ergonomic design technologies, ensuring your workforce meets both WorkSafe NZ requirements and industry best practice for safe, high-performance hand protection.

Choosing the right glove starts with identifying task type, chemical exposure, and mechanical risk levels. Each glove category in the pH7 range is engineered for specific hazards:

• Chemical Gloves – Select based on Ansell’s permeation and breakthrough time data for the exact chemical in use. Materials like nitrile, neoprene, PVC, and butyl offer different resistance profiles.
• Cut Resistant Gloves – Match the ISO 13997 cut level (A–F) to the severity of your task – from light assembly to handling sheet metal or sharp blades.
• Impact Protection Gloves – Choose gloves with ANSI/ISEA impact ratings for tasks where back-of-hand protection is crucial (construction, rigging, mechanical assembly).
• Disposable Gloves – Ideal for splash protection and precision work. Nitrile provides stronger puncture and chemical resistance than latex.
• Thermal and Cold-Weather Gloves – Select based on the required EN 407 heat rating or insulation level for refrigerated or outdoor environments, or welding operations.
• Electrical Gloves – Choose gloves with the appropriate ASTM D120 or EN 60903 class rating depending on the system voltage.

Our team can match your tasks and chemical inventory to the correct Ansell glove using SDS data, permeation charts, and WorkSafe NZ hazardous substance requirements. Ask our team about performing an Ansell GUARDIAN assessment which can lead to injury reduction, reduced cost to protect, increased compliance as well as PPE portfolio complexity reduction.

To ensure proper fit and performance:

• Measure hand circumference at the knuckles and match it to Ansell’s size chart.
• Gloves should fit snugly but not restrict movement – excess looseness reduces grip and increases snag hazards.
• For chemical gloves, ensure sleeves can be tucked over or under the cuff to maintain a sealed barrier.
• Inspect gloves before every use for degradation, cracks, swelling, thinning, or stiffening – all signs of chemical wear.
• Replace gloves immediately after any exposure to chemicals with short breakthrough times, or after physical damage.
• Follow manufacturer-recommended change-out schedules, especially for reusable chemical-resistant gloves.
• When connecting chemical gloves to a chemical suit consider the Ansell Glove Connector rather than using tape.

The lifespan of protective gloves depends on the material, exposure level, and application.

• Disposable gloves (nitrile or latex) are designed for single-use and must be discarded immediately after contamination, tearing, or chemical exposure.
• Chemical-resistant reusable gloves should be replaced when signs of swelling, tackiness, brittleness, softening, or discolouration appear – all common indicators of chemical degradation.
• Cut-resistant and general-purpose gloves wear out when the coating thins, fibres become exposed, or grip performance declines.
• Impact gloves should be replaced after significant impact events or if the TPR back-of-hand protection becomes damaged or detached.
• Electrical insulating gloves require regular dielectric testing and should be replaced immediately if cracks, pinholes, or signs of aging are detected.

Yes, our hand protection range is designed to integrate effectively with other PPE to maintain a continuous protective barrier.

To ensure compatibility:

• Chemical gloves should form a sealed overlap with coverall sleeves, either by tucking sleeves into gauntlets or using elasticated cuffs to prevent drips from entering the glove.
• Cut-resistant sleeves can be worn under or over gloves depending on the hazard, ensuring protection extends from the wrist to the upper arm.
• Disposable gloves pair well with respiratory protection and splash-resistant clothing in laboratory and chemical handling settings.
• Insulating electrical gloves must not contact conductive materials – pair them with electrical-rated leather protectors for mechanical protection.
• Thermal gloves should match the heat resistance level of any apron or garment being worn to prevent thermal bridging.

pH7 can recommend complete PPE system configurations, ensuring every glove type integrates safely with your PPE for full-site compliance.