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G-Tek® Kev™ gloves with the new Kevlar® Engineered yarns

Hi-Vis Glove

December 1, 2016

Launched in collaboration with DuPont, the new G-Tek® Kev™ gloves go beyond the traditional yellow glove.

At National Safety Council 2016, Mount Vernon FR highlights FR fabrics engineered for durability

October 6, 2016

In keeping with the brand's commitment to manufacturing high-quality products, Mount Vernon FR is focused on its Resilience® line of flame resistant fabrics, which are engineered to take durability to the next level. The fabrics will be featured at Mount Vernon FR's booth (#3424) at the NSC show, October 17-19 in Anaheim, CA.

Southern Glove introduces new line of Kevlar® sleeves

July 31, 2014

Industrial glove manufacturer Southern Glove announced that it has introduced a new line of Kevlar® sleeves for protection in manufacturing environments where cuts and abrasions can occur.

Inventor of Kevlar dies at 90

Ultra strong fiber revolutionized hand protection, other products

July 14, 2014

Stephanie Kwolek, the DuPont chemist best known for inventing Kevlar, died June 18 at the age of 90. Kevlar is considered a “happy accident” within the scientific community. Kwolek and her colleagues at DuPont were attempting to develop a strong synthetic fiber that could be used in tires when she noticed a mixture of a polymer and a solvent that appeared cloudy – quite different from the usual translucent appearance of conventional polymer solutions.

Top products of the week

December 16, 2012

Here are the week's top Product Innovations as featured on www.ISHN.com:

Youngstown flame resistant Mechanics Hybrid glove offers the dexterity you need along with important safety features you can't be without

Retain Ability to Grasp and Hold Onto Tools, Parts and More While Keeping Hands Safe from Abrasions, Cuts and Burns

December 4, 2012

We've been told by repeatedly that workers need to "feel what they are doing" and that gloves oftentimes hinder their ability to diagnose and repair machinery, wiring and other mechanical and electrical issues. But the fact is between sharp edges, heat and even electrical elements, danger abounds and your hands are too valuable to be barehanded.

Trifecta of elite materials make Youngstown FR waterproof ultimate lined with Kevlar glove best in class for extreme climates, bar none

FR Nomex Insulation, FR Porelle Membrane and Kevlar Lining Pairs with Field-Tested Company Design to Protect Hands from Cold, Wetness, Burns and Cuts

December 4, 2012

It may be a snow day for the kids, but for you, wintry weather doesn't mean a day off. On days like these, turn to the Youngstown® FR Waterproof Ultimate Lined with Kevlar® glove to get work done safely and in comfort. Ideal for utility and oil/gas workers that need to complete tasks in unforgiving temperatures, the glove offers a unique combination of warmth, FR properties and unparalleled protection in cold, wet and wintry conditions.

Top Products of the Week

October 14, 2012

Here are the top Products of the Week as featured on www.ISHN.com:

What's new at Youngstown Glove Company for October 2012!

Youngstown FR Waterproof Leather Lined with Kevlar Glove takes performance leather to another level

October 9, 2012

There are performance leather gloves, and then there is the Youngstown® FR Waterproof Leather lined with Kevlar® glove which boasts the ultimate in protection and functionality for industrial, electrical and gas utility workers.

DuPont, Ansell protect workers’ hands with new technology

Ansell collaborates with DuPont to make ultra-lightweight gloves with DuPont Kevlar yarn and stainless steel

September 13, 2012

DuPont and Ansell, world leaders in protection technologies, have collaborated on Ansell’s newest ultra-lightweight and highly cut-resistant gloves to protect workers. The gloves, which feature DuPont™ Kevlar® yarns and Kevlar® in combination with reinforced stainless steel, are part of Ansell’s ActivArmr® portfolio.