Skytec Torq Typhoon Highly Cut-Resistant Impact Gloves
Whether you're working in demolition, drilling or heavy engineering, the toughest jobs need a really tough pair of gloves. The Skytec Torq Typhoon Highly Cut-Resistant Impact Gloves feature dense TPR padding and a steel fibre lining that gives you fantastic resistance to impact and mechanical risks.
But it doesn't matter how sturdy a pair of gloves is if they're too bulky for tactile work. Smartly designed with dexterity in mind, the Torq Gloves have an ergonomic fit, so your hands can stay flexible.
What's Included?
Key Features and Benefits of the Skytec Safety Gloves
- Dense, moulded TPR protection is sewn into lining for stable and strong impact protection
- TPR split into zones on knuckles, fingers and back for ergonomic fit that reduces hand fatigue
- High levels of cut, abrasion and tear resistance
- Nitrile foam coating with sandy texture for excellent grip
- 13 gauge, HPPE and steel lining is thin, flexible and tactile enough for technical and fine work
- Elasticated wrist for secure and comfortable fit
Sizing Information
The Skytec Torq Typhoon High Cut-Resistant Impact Gloves are supplied in five sizes to suit most people. To find the right size for you, measure the length and circumference of your hand as demonstrated in the diagram and match your results to the sizing table provided.
| Size | Circumference (mm) | Length (mm) |
| Size 8 | 203mm | 182mm |
| Size 9 | 229mm | 192mm |
| Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm |
| Size 11 | 279mm | 215mm |
| Size 12 | >279mm | >215mm |
Read our guide to sizing for more information about finding your perfect size.
Mechanical Properties of the Skytec Torq Gloves
These gloves are tested to EN 388 (Protection Against Mechanical Risks) to ensure reliability. Please see a breakdown of the results in the table below.
| Resistance Type | Score |
| Abrasion Resistance | Level 4 |
| Blade Cut Resistance | N/A |
| Tear Resistance | Level 4 |
| Puncture Resistance | Level 2 |
| TDM Cut Resistance | Level E |
| Impact Protection | Pass |
Applications of the Skytec Torq High Protection Gloves
The Skytec Torq Gloves protect your hands from impact damage, as well as being highly resistant to cut, abrasion and tear. Together this makes them suitable for a range of heavy industry work including but not limited to:
- Construction
- Oil and gas
- Transport
- Mining
- Heavy engineering
- Demolition
- Extraction and refining
- Drilling
- Heavy handling
- Rigging
- Offshore work
Tough TPR Protection Where You Need It
These Skytec Gloves feature really dense patches of thermoplastic rubber (TPR) on the knuckles, fingers, thumb and back of the hand. They're specially moulded to each part of the hand for some seriously specialised impact resistance.
Fantastic Mechanical Resistance
On top of their impact protection, the Skytec Torq Gloves are highly resistant to abrasion, cut and tear, making them fantastically versatile safety gloves, suitable for a wide range of dangerous jobs.
Ergonomic Design for Comfort and Dexterity
With such a protective design, you might be thinking that the Torq gloves are uncomfortable or unsuitable for jobs that require finesse. However, the strategic placement of TPR padding as well as the thin, and flexible 13 gauge lining help to reduce fatigue and leave your hands dextrous enough for technical jobs.
Sandy Nitrile Coating for an Excellent Grip
The inside surface of the Skytec Impact Resistant Gloves are coated in a sandy nitrile foam that gives you a safe and secure grip that you can trust. The striated texture makes it easier to keep a hold of your tools, even in lightly wet or oily conditions.
Care Instructions for Skytec Torq Impact Resistant Gloves
- Cleaning: wipe with damp cloth
- Storage: store in dry conditions and away from direct sunlight
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