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The SHIELD Scientific Glove selection guide lets you apply filters to match your criteria. Then choose up to three gloves from the results and click "Compare" to view them side by side with their full technical details in our Gloves comparator.
Chemical resistance guide
SHIELD Scientific has developed one of the most comprehensive chemical resistance guides, to help users in their risk assessments for evaluating personal protection to chemical exposure.
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An easy way to find your glove
Whatever your lab or cleanroom issue involving your hands protection or/and your working environment protection, you should find easily the appropriate glove using our gloves selection guide. But remember that a unique disposable glove will never provide protection in all applications, whatever its specifications and its quality (Type, material, thickness, length, cleanliness…). With our glove selection guide, you’ll be able to select single-use gloves’ type according to your environment, your gloves specifications requirements, whatever the nature of the contamination risk or chemical or biological hazards or the hazardous material handled, the task, the worker, and the workplace. Health and safety are of utmost importance, and this requires providing appropriate protective gloves to laboratory and cleanroom workers to meet your compliance, comfort and protection needs.
Choosing the right laboratory or cleanroom gloves depends on the hazard, exposure level and task performed. A glove selection guide or glove selection chart helps compare materials, thickness, length, Standards and performance criteria to identify the most suitable option for laboratory or cleanroom use.
Nitrile provides strong chemical resistance and durability, latex offers excellent elasticity and tactile sensitivity, while neoprene improves resistance to specific chemicals. A glove comparison based on compatibility data helps determine the best option for each application.
Disposable glove thickness directly affects protection and dexterity. Thicker gloves improve resistance to chemical and mechanical risks, while thinner gloves offer better tactile sensitivity. Finding the right balance is essential when following a laboratory or cleanroom glove selection guide.
Glove length determines coverage of the hand, wrist and forearm. Longer gloves help reduce exposure risks during handling tasks, especially in laboratory and cleanroom environments. Length is a key factor in glove selection charts and comparison tools.
Chemical or biohazards exposure time directly impacts glove performance and durability. Longer or repeated contact with chemicals may require thicker materials or extended length to maintain protection. Considering type and time of exposure is essential when choosing laboratory gloves.
Textured fingertips improve grip and control when handling small or delicate items. This is particularly useful with disposable nitrile gloves, helping reduce the risk of slips in both dry and wet environments while improving precision and safety during repetitive laboratory tasks.
For PPE gloves, sizing follows EN ISO 21420 and uses numerical sizes from 4 to 13 based on hand circumference and hand length. MDR gloves under EN 455 are defined by dimensions such as median length and width and are typically labelled from extra small to extra large.
The correct glove size ensures a secure fit without excessive tension or looseness. Gloves that are too tight may reduce comfort and tear more easily, while loose gloves can reduce dexterity and increase the risk of accidents. Matching hand size to standard sizing improves performance in cleanroom or laboratory tasks.
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Looking for answers about cleanroom gloves or laboratory gloves? This FAQ section covers key topics such as disposable glove usage, contamination control, hand protection and glove selection. Explore practical guidance or contact SHIELD Scientific to identify the most suitable solution for your cleanroom or laboratory application.
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