Showa 330 Re-Grip Gloves

The Showa 330 Re-Grip Gloves feature a seamless cotton/polyester lining which is flexible and non irritating. The liner is combined with a latex-coated palm which provides excellent grip and resistance to abrasion, cutting and puncturing.  There is an additional reinforcement of latex in between the thumb and index finger, enhancing the lifetime of the gloves.  

Physical Resistance of the Showa 330 Gloves

The Showa 330 Re-Grip Gloves have been tested to EN 388, the European Standard that gauges a gloves resistance to a range of physical threats. Please see the table below for a breakdown of the results.

Key Features of The Showa 330 Re-Grip Gloves

• Latex coated for durability and protection
• Reinforced at the base of the thumb to extend lifetime
• EN 388 tear resistance level 4
• Resistant to abrasion and puncture
• Protects hands against harsh detergents and alcohol
• Rough exterior finish for enhanced grip
• Anatomical and seamless design for maximum comfort
• Anti-bacterial and anti-odour treatment for better hygiene
• Elasticated cuff for wrist protection
• Well ventilated to reduce hand perspiration
• Dark coloured exterior disguises dirt
• Available in sizes 7, 8, 9 and 10

Showa 330 Re-Grip Gloves Uses

Showa 330 Re-Grip Gloves are ideal for use in scaffold assembly, handling of metals, ropes and cables and many more. Please note: these gloves are poorly resistant to oil, grease and organic solvents.

Colour-Coded Cuffs

Each size of these gloves will feature a different cuff trim colour. This makes it easy to identify which size you are using at a glance, and improves the speed of size identification for easy selection on site.

Showa 330 Re-Grip Gloves Options

Showa 330 Re-Grip Gloves are available in a variety of sizes; please refer to the table below for more information on sizing.

Documentation for the Showa Gloves

Conformity Statement	Instructions for Use

Delivery

This item will be dispatched by Royal Mail, DPD courier or UPS courier.

The estimated delivery time for this item is usually 1-3 working days when ordered before 14:00, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays).

UK Delivery Charges

Certain orders delivered to the UK are subject to a delivery charge; refer to the table below for more information. Please note that all values are listed exclusive of VAT.

What is EN 388?

You might have noticed that this product adheres to EN standard EN 388. EN standards ensure that the product you are buying meets the safety standards of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), the highest standards organisation recognised by and working on behalf of the European Union. To pass any EN standard, a PPE product must undergo some of the most rigorous safety tests around.

There are many EN standards that our gloves adhere to. However, the EN standard that we’re concerned about here is EN 388. EN 388 stands for Mechanical Resistance, and informs you of your gloves' resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears and punctures.

How Do I Read the EN 388 Score?

Simply speaking, the higher the score that this product achieves, the better the product will be at resisting that hazard. Products will score between Level 0 and Level 4 for abrasion, tears and punctures, and if they weren’t tested for that hazard you will see N/A written instead of a number.

Cuts are a little different and, with the EN 388 standard rewritten in 2016, it means that gloves will either be tested to cut resistance or ISO cut resistance (sometimes called TDM cut resistance). Gloves tested to cut resistance will score between Level 0 and Level 5, and gloves tested to ISO cut resistance will achieve a score between Level A and Level F with the higher letter offering better cut protection.

Where Can I Find Out More?

This is just a brief overview of EN standard EN 388 so you know where you are standing. For further information, you can see the Introductory EN 388 Blog in our Knowledge Centre.