Imagine working on a construction site, surrounded by gear that doesn't quite do the job. For women, finding protective work clothes that are both comfortable, fitted and on-budget can be tough. That's where Supertouch comes in, aiming to provide inclusive, reliable and accessible workwear to women in industry. Despite the existence of female-specific work garments for some time, women often find...
Access to workwear and PPE that has been designed for the wearer’s comfort and protection is something all workers should have. This was confirmed in the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 and has been upheld since. Unfortunately, however, female workers across the nation still struggle to find workwear designed for them. Instead, we are finding that women working...
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Workwear specialist, Supertouch, has announced a strategic wholesale distribution partnership with Diadora Utility – leaders in high-quality safety shoes for everyday work. The brand new collaboration means Supertouch will hold UK stock for core Diadora Utility lines, for immediate availability – with additional options available on a two-week lead time. The move significantly strengthens Supertouch’s...
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Workwear specialist, Supertouch, has further enhanced its range of protective footwear with the introduction of new lightweight safety trainers. The BCG50 and high-top BXG50 shoes use a 200-joule fibre glass toe cap to reduce weight and support wearer mobility, making them an ideal choice for those in need of effective foot protection while on the...
The way that safety gloves are tested has changed over time. In part, this is due to the increased importance placed on the health and safety of employees, but it is also a reflection of improving hand protection technology. For those tasked with providing high cut resistant gloves, it’s important to familiarise yourself with how the testing works. This will...
Purchasing a new pair of stylish sunglasses is easy, most people pick the expensive brands that 'look the best', but have you ever checked EN conformity or considered what lens colour is the most suitable for a pair of holiday sunglasses? Probably not, and that's because the risks associated with leisure are slim. However, when it comes to safety glasses...
One of the biggest concerns for wearers of safety eyewear is the issue of fogging lenses, especially in dangerous and high-risk situations. For those who work with tools, machinery and hazardous chemicals, poor visibility or impaired sight could have catastrophic implications. Supertouch® has partnered with Pyramex® to stock and distribute Pyramex® Safety Eyewear across our network of UK distributors, including...
Supertouch® is proud to announce it has been granted Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status. AEO is an internationally recognised quality mark signifying Supertouch® is trusted by the EU, and other major trading nations with the UK, to have efficient & compliant customs control procedures in place and that its position in the international supply chain is secure. The...
For those working in the food manufacturing industry, there will always be a clear focus on delivering and maintaining the highest levels of health and safety. This is crucial for both employees and for consumers of the product, which is why PPE specification must be up-to-date, accurate and perfectly matched to the unique requirements of the application. In this...
The COVID-19 crisis has thrust personal protective equipment (PPE) into the spotlight, and as wearing masks becomes the norm, so too have conversations around the critical role of PPE. In this blog, we are going to look at how people can protect themselves when performing cleaning tasks in this strange new world, and cover a few best practices to minimise...
