Nitrile vs Latex Gloves
Disposable gloves come in many shapes and forms, but the two most popular options have to be latex and nitrile gloves. Due to their popularity, there is often some confusion and uncertainty for consumers as to which disposable gloves are best and which they should opt for. But unfortunately it's not quite as simple as one glove being superior to the other. Both latex and nitrile gloves have their own qualities and characteristics, so really when purchasing disposable gloves you should be questioning which gloves are right for you and either your industry, job role or purpose for using gloves. We've created...
How To Stay Cool On Site This Summer
Working outside in the Summer can sound ideal - topping up your tan and enjoying the warm rays of the sun for 8 hours a day. But when you work in construction, you'll know too well the reality of how tough it can be. Intense heat combined with having to wear heavy boots, work gloves and a hard hat can make for a pretty uncomfortable, and very sticky, working day. Thankfully in the UK, we aren't always blessed with too many hot Summer days, but on the chance that we do have another heatwave this year, it's a good idea...
How To Make Your Packing Line More Eco Friendly
Sustainability has become a huge driver in decision making for most businesses, but one specific sector which has been identified as a big offender for carbon emissions is eCommerce. It's not surprising that online retail has such a negative impact on the environment when you consider the sheer amount of parcels sent every single day worldwide. Then try to imagine the volume of packaging all of these parcels entail, and you'll start to understand the scale of the issue. Online shopping has steadily been overtaking traditional retail for quite some time now, and since the start of the pandemic, eCommerce has...
Can Neodymium Magnets Damage Cell Phones?
Whether you're a frequent user of magnets or not, we've all heard of the dangers magnets can play on our personal devices and belongings. Whether that's our credit cards, laptops, or even our mobile phones, we've often been warned to keep them away from magnets - but do we even understand why? If you've started working with neodymium magnets, or even purchasing them to use in home DIY projects and crafts, you might be wondering - can neodymium magnets damage cell phones? After all, our mobile phones pretty much store our life on them: all of our most important contacts, our...
First Aid Must Haves for Motorhomes
With holidays abroad currently on hold, a lot of us are planning staycations and breaks a little less further afield. Here in the UK, we're lucky to have so many beautiful holiday spots practically on our doorstep, and most holiday destinations are no more than a 10 hour drive away, meaning there's no excuse not to get exploring! So it's not that surprising to hear that in the past year, motorhomes have become the number one choice of holiday for families, with sales and rentals of campervans increasing by the day. Not only are motorhome holidays ideal for families, as you...
What are the Best Work Boots for Gardening?
Whether you're a keen gardener, a professional, or have just moved into your first home with a garden, good footwear can make all the difference when gardening. While you might associate our safety footwear with construction sites, our work boots are actually incredibly popular with gardeners and landscapers alike - and for good reason! Not only are work boots designed with a great amount of safety features - great for preventing any accidents in the garden - but they can also be a good deal more affordable than boots marketed specifically at gardeners. When you break it down and actually take...
Disposable Gloves: The Ultimate Guide
Disposable gloves are one of the most versatile types of work gloves. Used in a wide range of industries, ranging from healthcare, to catering, mechanics and much more, they're also a household essential for many DIY'ers or hobbyists. An essential part of many business' and corporations essential PPE wear, thousands of pairs are used across the country on a daily basis. In fact, their use is so varied that we even dedicated a blog post to some of the more unusual uses we've uncovered for disposable gloves - which makes for quite an interesting read! Whether you're about to place your...
Are Neodymium Magnets Dangerous?
If you've heard of neodymium magnets before, chances are you may have read about them in a news article or seen them in a viral video. They've had some unfortunate media attention in the past, where these incredibly strong magnets have gotten into the wrong hands, haven't been handled correctly or have even caused accidents. But are neodymium magnets dangerous? Fundamentally, they are perfectly safe to be handled. Like any other magnet they do have their risks, but when used correctly there's no need to worry about them being dangerous. Their unrivalled strength gives them the potential to be used in...
