In food handling and food processing, gloves serve the dual purpose of protecting the worker and protecting the food from human pathogens such as bacteria and viruses. These gloves, however, are made from a wide range of natural and synthetic chemicals. It is important that the chemicals in the glove material do not inadvertently migrate […]
FDA, food contact
Not so long ago, the presence of color in a disposable glove indicated a latex-free glove. Nitrile exam gloves were usually some shade of blue. Latex gloves were a natural color, and looked like – well, latex. But not anymore. Nitrile exam gloves are now available in a rainbow of colors. Nitrile cleanroom gloves come […]
cleanroom gloves, glove color, nitrile exam gloves, nitrile gloves
There are millions of types of viruses in the world. Viruses that infect human cells cause diseases ranging from the common cold and chicken pox to hepatitis C, SARS, Ebola and Zika. Healthcare workers, emergency responders and researchers are exposed to these sometimes deadly viruses. How can they be sure that their personal protective equipment […]
ASTM F1671, medical gloves, viral penetration test
Hand hygiene is the most effective means of reducing hospital-associated infections (HAIs.) Infection prevention is critical to saving lives and reducing cost of care. Yet maintaining a high level of hand hygiene compliance continues to be a real challenge. Hospital visitors may not be aware of the need to use handwashing stations available in hallways, […]
hand hygiene, hospitals
Endotoxins are large molecules found in the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria. If enough of the molecules get into the bloodstream of humans or animals, they produce a variety of inflammatory responses. Symptoms range from fever and septic shock to low blood pressure and respiratory distress. Gram-negative bacteria are ubiquitous – found in soil, water […]
cleanroom gloves. surgical gloves, endotoxin
Glove material strength and stretch are important factors in a glove’s quality and performance. Medical and cleanroom gloves undergo testing according to ASTM D412 to meet International standards. This ensures you get a glove that is not prone to tear or fail, and has adequate stretch. What is ASTM D412? ASTM D412 is one of […]
ASTM, glove testing
We are excited to announce the newest member of the HandPRO® family of nitrile exam gloves – RoyalTouch300™. This powder-free glove features a revolutionary design, providing the optimal performance and protection you desire. Strength + Sensitivity If you wear gloves, perhaps in a dental or medical office, laboratory or manufacturing environment, you know there is […]
nitrile exam gloves
When disposable exam gloves first came into high demand, most gloves were powdered. Without the powder, gloves were difficult to don and doff. But cornstarch powder became a problem. Today, powder-free exam gloves are the healthcare industry standard. So how do glove manufacturers make a glove donnable without cornstarch powder? Glove factories employ one of […]
chlorinated, polymer-coated
The superbug CRE, or carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, has roared back into national headlines. This multi-drug resistant hospital-acquired infection (HAI) is much feared for good reason. The death rate is as high as 50%. The current news reports are focused on hard to clean duodenoscopes. These scopes are used in more than half a million medical procedures […]
A temporary tattoo that monitors blood glucose levels. A new biomaterial that can potentially rebuild worn tooth enamel. A 3D printed titanium jaw implant. It all sounds rather sci-fi, but all of it is made possible by the booming field of nanotechnology. Nanotechnology is the manipulation of matter on an atomic, molecular, and supramolecular scale […]
nanotechnology