Quality safety shoes
Shoes are an extremely important part of PPE. There are many hazardous aspects of a working environment that make having quality safety shoes a must-have protective clothing item. Whether you work outdoors in horticulture, agriculture, forestry, or construction; or indoors where heavy machinery, products, and chemicals can cause injury, safety shoes are a necessity. We, at uvex, have put an emphasis on stocking and designing safety shoes that are not only practical and safe, but also comfortable.
Safety boots vs shoes
Safety boots and shoes both provide exceptional protection for the foot. They can prevent against an array of hazards including burns, punctures, cuts, and heavy impact. The difference between the two is that safety shoes typically provide slightly less protection to the foot. Safety boots are also known for offering a higher level of ankle support which can be beneficial if one works outdoors or on uneven terrain.
Lightweight safety shoes and boots
In the past, safety shoes and boots were extremely heavy. This was due to the materials used; for example, a steel toe tip. However, today, as technology has evolved, safety shoes and boots are lightweight and flexible. The toe caps are now made from a lightweight, metal-free material that is antimagnetic and has no thermal conductivity.
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Comfortable safety footwear
Other than providing protection to the foot, safety footwear should also be extremely comfortable, as one is to stand in these shoes for hours at a time. Some of the features included in the uvex safety shoe and boot range include:
Waterproof Safety Shoe
A shoe that is not water resistant will typically wear quickly when frequently exposed to water. When a shoe leaks water it is also uncomfortable and can cause chafing. This is why investing in a waterproof safety shoe or boot is important. It is also important to ensure that you purchase an oil resistance safety shoe if you work in an environment that is prone to oil.
A Safety Shoe With Breathability
The quality and design of the insole of a shoe or boot is extremely important, as this will determine how comfortable the sole of your foot will be while wearing the shoe. It is advisable to opt for a shoe where the insole has additional shock absorption in the heel and at the forefoot. It is also beneficial if the insole has antistatic and moisture control technology.
Seamless Safety Shoe
Finding a safety shoe that is virtually seamless will eliminate pressure point agitation on the foot. This will provide an increased amount of comfort while working.
A Comfortable Insole
The quality and design of the insole of a shoe or boot is extremely important, as this will determine how comfortable the sole of your foot will be while wearing the shoe. It is advisable to opt for a shoe where the insole has additional shock absorption in the heel and at the forefoot. It is also beneficial if the insole has antistatic and moisture control technology.
Shock Absorption
A shoe or boot with multi-layer-shock absorption technology is advisable, as this will provide increased walking comfort. uvex makes use of dual-density polyurethane to achieve this anti-fatigue safety shoe.
Increased Padding
Finding a safety shoe that has a padded collar and tongue will ensure comfort around your foot and heel, minimising any chafing that could occur.
An Anti-Puncture
We at uvex realise that many working environments have puncture hazards, which is why we made sure to create an anti-puncture shoe . Therefore, you will not have to worry about nails, or other sharp object sticking into your foot while on the work site.
An Anti-Slip Sole
Ensuring that you have an anti-slip sole on your safety shoes and boots is important as this will allow you to walk firmly on slippery surfaces. This will prevent you from incurring falling injuries.
The safety shoe and boot range
Browse our range and find the perfect material or leather safety shoe for your working environment
Heckel SUXXEED OFFROAD high S3 CI SRC lace-up boot
Article number:62733
- Protection class S3 CI SRC in accordance with EN ISO 20345:2011
- Non-slip outsole, penetration-resistant midsole, oil and petrol resistant, cold-insulating, water-resistant upper
- 100% metal free
- Reflecting elements
- Material-protecting injection-moulded PU scuffcap
- Robust oiled grain leather, 3D-mesh lining
