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147As well as the glove%u2019s gauge and coating material, the choice of glove material is crucial.Each fibre has different properties, so it is important to choose the one best suited to the main risk.The working environment and type of coating ....................................................................................................... You need to choose the glove with the most suitable coating, depending on whether you work in a dry, damp or oily environment.Types of fibres......................HAND PROTECTIONFibres Advantages ResistanceARAMID (Kevlar%u00ae) Exceptional flexibility and strength Very good resistance to cuts, heat and weldingACRYLIC Thermal insulation properties Very high UV resistanceCOTTON Comfortable -LEATHER Strong Good abrasion resistanceELASTANE (Lycra, Spandex) Elasticity and comfort Abrasion resistanceHPPE (Dyneema%u00ae) Strong and light Resistance to cuts and abrasionPOLYAMIDE (Nylon) Flexibility and strength Abrasion resistancePOLYESTER Elasticity, perspiration absorption Abrasion and UV resistanceDry Dry or damp Cold or dry Greasy or oilyPolyurethane (PU) coating Latex coating Polyurethane/nitrile blend coating Nitrile coatingBeyond the standard, you need to assess the major risks you face in order to choose the glove best suited to your activity. Performance is important, but comfort and dexterity must also match your needs and your working environment.Standard knitHeavy handlingVery fine knitPrecision work10 GAUGE 13 GAUGE 15 GAUGE 18 GAUGEThe higher the gauge, the more supple and comfortable the glove knit. For example, for precision work, it is advisable to use the higher gauge, whereas for handling heavy parts, it is advisable to use a lower gauge.COMFORT AND THE WORKING ENVIRONMENT7 000 g+6 000 g5 000 g4 000 g3 000 g2 000 g1 000 g0 g4999991 4992 1992 9993 9994 9995 9992002001 0001 5002 2003 0004 0005 0006 000TABLE 3 ANSI/ISEA 105-2016 CUT RESISTANCE CHART (GRAMS OF CUTTING FORCE RESISTED)