Dave Shutt coordinates Showa Best Glove’s new product development in general purpose, disposable and chemical-resistant glove lines among research and development, field sales and marketing teams, as well as distributor and end-user customers. A 20-plus-year veteran with industry players such as Reichhold, he most recently served as central region manager for Best Manufacturing, prior to the integration of Showa Japan and Best. He holds a degree in business administration from Malone College and is a Carnegie Graduate.
The FDA has specific requirements about how gloves are manufactured and used; their standards generally relate to a glove’s strength, length, width, elasticity and freedom from pinholes.
Today’s gloves can resist cuts, provide a microbial barrier, absorb oil, ensure grip, protect against heat, insulate against cold, protect sensitive equipment and resist chemicals.
The workplace can be a fast-moving environment. All too often, workers are ill-prepared for workplace safety — especially when it comes to wearing the proper hand protection. Employers and employees should be educated on what types of gloves offer the best protection for the environment and applications in which they work.