3oTrimestre07 | PROTECCIÓN LABORAL 52 Productos de actualidad / Updated Products La elección de Tomás Bodero: Robustez, ergonomía y una elevada protección Tomás Bodero tiene un importante abanico de clientes de todos los sectores de actividad, y atesora una larga experiencia en el diseño de soluciones avanzadas para la protección de las manos, que no sólo incluyen la seguridad del usuario, sino el máximo rendimiento eco- nómico de la inversión en EPI de sus clientes. Analizando la situación de algunos de éstos, Tomás Bodero ha podido detectar algunos guan- tes, de otros fabricantes, que presentaban problemas en términos de portabilidad y confort del usuario. En dichos casos, los distribuidores de la firma burgalesa han recomendado el guante Showa 310, debi- do a tres razones esenciales: primero, su robustez (un par de guantes por persona y por semana de trabajo en determinados sectores industriales supone una tasa de consumo razonable); en segundo lugar, su ergonomía, que produce tal grado de confort que los traba- jadores usan los guantes sin reticencias durante toda la jornada labo- ral; la tercera razón es el alto grado de protección que ofrece al tra- bajador. Aunque el precio del Showa 310 supera el promedio para este tipo de EPI, ello queda compensado por el hecho de que dura más. Con el 310, empresas medianas del ramo del metal (250 traba- jadores) obtienen ahorros en torno a los 2.500 euros al año, sólo en el capítulo de guantes, en comparación con los productos que habí- an estado empleando con anterioridad. En cuanto a los accidentes de las manos, su frecuencia se reduce drásticamente entre los usuarios de este producto. “Es obvio que la reducción de la siniestralidad de las manos entre los trabajadores de nuestros clientes se debe al guante en sí mismo y al confort que apor- ta el modelo Showa 310, lo que ha supuesto que los empleados lo utilicen toda la jornada laboral, circunstancia que difiere totalmente de lo que pasaba antes, según constatamos entre nuestros clientes, cuya satisfacción es ahora total gracias al 310”, concluye Tomás Bodero Sáiz, responsable de marketing de la firma, que tiene la dis- tribución exclusiva de Showa para España y Portugal. Created almost 30 years ago, Showa 310 gloves for handling materials continue to be a point of reference in international markets. Is there a secret to such longevity? If there were a secret to long-standing, continuous success, we would probably find it in the manufacturing process. In fact, Showa’s 310 and all other gloves are hi-tech products subjected to strict quality control systems that guarantee “Zero defect” production processes. However, success is also due to the coating processes implying that the latex layer covers a seamless fabric glove made of cotton-polyester yarns. For years now, the legion of imitators of Showa’s 310 gloves have been unsuccessfully invading markets, never succeeding at imitat- ing the ergonomics, protection, comfort and resistance of the 310. High profitability In spite of the countless number of cheap imitations, Showa 310 continues to be par excellence the chosen glove for handling mate- rials. “With our 310 we have had and continue to hold a privi- leged position in the marketplace”, states Michael Easton, Com- mercial Director of Globus, Showa’s business partner in the United Kingdom. And in general terms, this is due to two major reasons: first, the cost of gloves will be truly assessed in terms of use/time. 310 is so resistant clients find that they do not need to replace gloves with the same frequency as with imitations. This means, without a doubt, that our gloves offer the best perfor- mance-price ratios. And in addition, its perfect grip and comfort make them highly acceptable among users, in comparison with other products. This has a major impact on expenses, for with fewer accidents workers are more aware of the need to use PPE, and in the presence of injuries they will find out it was because they were not wearing the gloves!”. 310, with a version for each type of need Showa 310 is available in four different sizes and three colours: -The orange series meets the requirements of working handling materials in general. -The green coating is specifically for agriculture, horticulture and forestry purposes, even though it will frequently be used by work- ers in the construction and public works sectors. -The black version, with grey knitted fabric support, will resist dirt and is known as 330 because of its reinforcement between the thumb and palm of the hand. It is recommended for people work- ing on scaffolding, and for all those who handle large bulks, like in warehouses or logistics, and also for distribution of goods. The 310 glove is especially resistant to tears, stretching and abra- sion, offering effective protection against all major hazards in workplaces mentioned above. And mostly, it is extremely comfort- able because of the elasticity of woven fabric on the back of the hand, allowing for free movement and flexion, while its breath- able fabric lets the skin breathe. Fifty years of R+D work The Japanese term “Showa” means “seeking the balance among various elements”. In a way, it is the art of committing to protec- tion, comfort, strength and dexterity. “Never imitate others!”, was the motto created by Akeo Tanaka for his employees. As the founder of Showa decided to work in accor- dance with this tenet, Showa has always attained international development on the basis of R+D efforts: in 1954, the company invented the first PVC gloves; in 1983, the ultra light nylon gloves with polyurethane coating. In 1993 they patented a number of original coating processes. Other innovative creations include the Kevlar® or Dyneema® cut-protection gloves. Today, the two Research Centers owned by Showa in Himeji (Japan) and Penang (Malaysia), where over forty scientists work to develop hi-tech fab- rics, new coating materials and even bio-degrading materials to help protect our environment through the use of disposable gloves, Showa 310 gloves, a point of reference PARA MÁS INFORMACIÓN, CONTACTE CON: comercial@prensa-tecnica.com