Tornado Zestos Insulated Work Gloves
It's important that you wear proper hand protection when working in cold environments to prevent the effects of frostbite, however many thermal gloves can be bulky and difficult to work with. Designed to provide warmth, grip and a good level of dexterity, the Tornado Zestos Insulated Work Gloves combine effective insulation with micro-latex palms. As a result, they are a fantastic choice for winter building, construction or other cold weather tasks that involve manual handling.
Applications of the Tornado Zestos Insulated Work Gloves
The Tornado Zestos Gloves are suitable for a number of dry, cold and dirty environment applications
The Tornado Zestos Gloves are designed to perform well in cold, dirty, dry, indoor or outdoor environments. They are therefore suitable for a number of applications, including:
- Agriculture
- Aviation
- Building and Construction
- Cold Store
- Freezer
- Logistics
- Machine Operation & Driving
- Railway Maintenance
- Transportation
- Utilities
- Warehouse Work
- Waste and Recycling
Ideal for Cold Weather Manual Handling
These gloves would excel in any manual handling application where protection from cold, dirt and scrapes is required. Made from bi-polymer material, they provide good flexibility, are insulated to help you maintain feeling in your fingers and total control in cold environments, and additionally have textured latex palms that maximise grip.
Testing of the Tornado Zestos Thermal Work Gloves
The test results of the Zestos Gloves according to EN388 Mechanical Risk specifications are outlined in the table below.
| Hazard | Resistance Rating |
| Abrasion | 2 |
| Cut | X |
| Tear | 4 |
| Puncture | 2 |
| Blade Cut | C |
What Do These Results Mean?
All the above properties are rated out of 4, except for cut resistance (which is out of 5) and blade cut resistance (rated from A-F). According to their scores, the Zesto gloves offer some abrasion and puncture resistance for protection against mild scratches and splinters, as well as outstanding tear resistance and good cut resistance. They are therefore best suited for environments where there is a decent risk of cuts or scrapes, however should not be used to frequently handle very sharp materials like blades.
How Do The Zestos Insulated Gloves Protect Me from Cold?
The Tornado Zestos Gloves have been tested for cold resistance according to EN 511 standards.
| Property | Resistance Level |
| Protection Against Convective Cold | N/A |
| Protection Against Contact Cold | Level 1 |
| Protection Against Water Penetration | N/A |
What Do These Results Mean?
The EN 511 standard rates gloves on their resistance to cold and liquid penetration. The Zestos Insulated Gloves achieve a Level 1 for contact cold resistance, meaning they can be used to handle cold or freezing items while keeping your hands warm and mobile.
Sizing of the Tornado Zestos Work Gloves
The Tornado Zestos Gloves are offered in three different sizes, the dimensions of which can be found below. To measure your hand, measure the circumference of your hand around the knuckles (excluding the thumb) with your hand open and your fingers together.
| Size | Circumference of Hand (mm) | Length (mm) | Minimum Length of Gloves (mm) |
| Size 8 | 203mm | 182mm | 240mm |
| Size 9 | 229mm | 192mm | 250mm |
| Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm | 260mm |
How Much Grip Do the Tornado Zestos Gloves Provide?
Fitted with textured latex palms that increase traction between the gloves and objects handled, these gloves offer excellent levels of grip and control. As they also provide contact cold resistance, they can help you handle cold tools or materials in wintry environments without difficulty or discomfort.
How Dexterous Are the Tornado Zestos Gloves?
Due to the bi-polymer coated design of the Tornado Zestos gloves, they provide protective insulation without relying on bulky layers. As a result, they can keep your hands warm without sacrificing your dexterity, allowing you to retain total control over tools and other manual handling components.
How Comfortable Are the Tornado Zestos Gloves?
By helping you retain warmth and mobility in cold environments, these gloves optimise comfort while you work. As you won't have to struggle to move your fingers in even harsh conditions, they can also reduce the risk of hand fatigue during long shift, so you can maximise your productivity throughout the day.
Can I Use the Tornado Zestos Gloves In Dirty Environments?
Not only do these gloves protect against cold and mechanical risks, they can also keep your hands clean in dry, dirty environments. Their coating protects against the ingress of dirt, while their cuffs fit snugly against the wrists so debris can't slip into the glove as you work.
Documentation for the Tornado Zestos Work Gloves
| Conformity Statement | Instructions for Use | Date Sheet |
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